Mobility: Worldwide Survey of International Assignment Policies and Practices, Global

Access current trends and benchmarking data about strategic mobility management and long-term assignment policies and practices.

One of the most comprehensive and established market surveys of its kind, our Worldwide Survey of International Assignment Policies and Practices (WIAPP) helps you uncover the current trends in global mobility programs in general and long-term assignment management in particular, in order to gain actionable insights and benchmark your approaches.

Details

The latest reports from our Worldwide International Assignment Policies and Practices survey (WIAPP), conducted during February and March 2023, offer current and comprehensive insights into:

Strategic mobility management

Based on data from over 360 participating organizations, the report outlines the why and how of global talent mobility programs, their direction and how they fit within broader company strategies.

What drives international talent mobility
Where mobility management fits within an organization
How it relates to talent management
The organization and responsibilities of the mobility function, including operating models, digitalization and technology
Demographic trends
International assignment policy framework trends

Long-term assignment* policies and practices

The report explores long-term assignment (LTA) policy and practice trends from over 300 participating organizations, and their evolution since the 2020 survey edition.

LTA trends and demographics, policy frameworks and program administration
Remuneration approaches
Tax, social security and compliance
Allowances and benefits including cost of living (COL) / goods and services (G&S), housing, education, transportation and more
Hardship / quality of living (QOL) premiums and rest-and-recreation leave
Security and emergency evacuation measures
Pre-assignment support and relocation assistance
Repatriation and localization

The WIAPP also facilitates a review with Mercer's Policy Benchmarking service . We can assess your mobility program using precise benchmarking tools and report on gaps in your program that could be costing you money or valuable competitive advantage. For more information, please contact us or speak to your mobility consultant.