Plenary - As businesses navigate an increasingly complex global landscape, the role of global mobility continues to evolve from a transactional function to a strategic driver of growth and value.  This session explores how organisations are shifting from operational execution to future-focussed mobility strategies that attract top talent, support business expansion and drive competitive advantage.  We’ll discuss key trends from our Managing Mobility Survey, as well as share insights from fellow ECA clients, demonstrating how innovative approaches can transform global mobility into a powerhouse for business success.

Keynote - In today’s rapidly shifting global landscape, the effects of changing geopolitics are being felt across borders, creating both challenges and opportunities. Join us as we delve into the key geopolitical shifts that are impacting cross-border mobility, from trade agreements and political instability to regulatory changes and workforce trends.

Panel - Now looking through the global mobility lens, our panellists will discuss how teams can best adapt to these geopolitical shifts and how to leverage opportunities to drive a more agile and future-ready global mobility programme.

Case study - Discover Jotun’s penguin culture and what makes their employee offering so unique. Find out how Jotun have transformed their policies, spearheaded new benefits and how technology is more important than ever for aligning GM with business strategy.

Plenary - With the evolving landscape, GM teams need to streamline and optimise mobility workflows, enhance employee experience, and ensure compliance across borders. Discover our roadmap to making the complex simple, and the technological steps we've taken to help you stay on top of an ever-changing world.

Case study - While we are all familiar with traditional international assignments for strategic and executive roles, especially since the pandemic, virtual assignments have also been on the rise. Virtual assignments can vastly increase the talent pool that a business can choose from, often being more attractive to employees with family commitments in the home, as well as being judged more cost-effective by the business. However, is this borne out by all the stakeholders involved? What are the pros and cons of virtual assignments? Are shared services centres an answer? Join this session to hear from NN Group and their thinking on balancing different stakeholders' interests.

Insights - As remote work continues to evolve, companies must shift from theory to execution. But how do you navigate the complexities of changing legislation and company policies? Follow Borealis’s journey of implementation, and uncover their three steps to success and the common pitfalls to avoid. Find out how automation and agility are key to streamlining your remote work requests, while also ensuring compliance and delivering an enhanced employee experience.

Discussion - Join us to hear about the highs and lows of mobility transformation. Discover ways to stay agile and pivot when things do not go to plan – turning challenges into opportunities!

Insights - Global mobility is facing new challenges as rising trade barriers, climate change, and geopolitical uncertainty impact the cost of living worldwide. Hear of strategies for aligning cost of living data with business objectives and employee needs while leveraging insights to take a proactive approach to mobility challenges.

Case study - Launching a global mobility function from scratch presents both challenges and opportunities. Join us for a practical discussion on overcoming roadblocks, lessons learned and setting up a global mobility function that is agile, effective, and future-ready.

Case study - Many organisations are facing the challenge of maintaining consistency in policies while also addressing unique employee needs. We all have experienced times where we have been asked to make exceptions for a particular person or situation whilst simultaneously been tasked with reducing exceptions and cost cutting. Join us to find out how Philips have been balancing it all.

Panel - Reflecting on the day’s key insights, our expert-led panel will discuss key strategies for success to thrive in this dynamic era and emerge as the Global Mobility leaders of the future.