Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Destination Service?

What makes an employee-focused global destination services program for relocation?

Most relocation programs include some type of Global Destination Service offering. However, the level of benefits can vary considerably. Regardless of the scope or cost, the goal is to provide each relocating employee and accompanying families with the necessary resources to support a smooth transition into the new foreign location.

Top 3 Considerations

1. Know why it is important to provide destination services as part of your relocation program?

Global Destination Services (GDS) eases transition of relocating to countries worldwide, freeing up the employee to concentrate on the business mission.

2. Implement clear policy or program parameters?

Executive Levels – two (2) home finding trips for up to ten (10) days total. Typical costs covered by the relocation or assignment include airfare, meals, and lodging, transportation, and consultant rates. Additionally, 60 to 90 days temporary living is often in scope or approved.

• Management Level – one (1) home finding trip five (5) to seven (7) days. Typical costs covered by the sponsoring company include airfare, meals, and lodging, transportation, and consultant rates. Additionally, 30 to 60 days temporary living is often in scope or approved.

• Professional Levels – one (1) home finding trip three (3) to five (5) days. Typical costs covered by the sponsoring company include airfare, meals, and lodging, transportation, and consultant rates. Additionally, up to 30 days temporary living is often in scope or approved.

3. Know what to expect from destination consultants?

A comprehensive program typically consists of area tour/orientation, home finding and temporary housing coordination, schooling assistance and settling in services.

To learn more about Global Destination Services, please contact us.