new white paper released! the impact of a group move on employee retention

group moves: top 10 takeaways

Short on time? Enjoy these bite sized takeaways.

1. What are they? Group moves are specialized corporate relocations, involving a group of employees moving to the same destination. They typically promote company objectives and must be approached differently than the move of an individual employee.
2. The world has changed, and so should we! In our post-pandemic climate, there are new complexities that require intuitive and customizable strategies to be utilized when managing a group move.
3. It’s not personal. Group moves may not feel personally beneficial to some employees, causing them to want to seek new employment in the home location. So, it is important concentrate on employee satisfaction and retention when implementing relocation processes.
4. Are we clear? Each stage of the relocation process should have specific check points to ensure the appropriate amount of transparency for each stakeholder.
5. Rumors, rumors, rumors! When employees sense a change to their jobs and lives, rumors may begin to circulate. These can erode the confidence and security that employees have built in the company. So, it is pivotal to give thought to a robust communication strategy. 
6. Communication and timing have consequences. A formal communication strategy is paramount to the triumph of a group move. Dispensing ongoing clear, and concise communication can lessen employee anxiety and strengthen their trust in the overall organization.
7. No takebacks! It can be extremely counterproductive to the business if word of the move leaks to employees before the company has established a firm communication strategy. Thus, it is necessary for companies to control the messaging around the group move to inform employees in the most constructive manner.  
8. Time to assess. To make it feasible for families to accept a move, companies can utilize a confidential needs assessment. This assessment will allow organizations to establish more customized benefits/solutions that provide employees and their families with knowledge and support.
9. Choose your own adventure. Consider allowing each employee to choose relocation support services that are specific to their unique family needs by offering a set of core benefits and resources accompanied by flexible options.
10. Change it up! It is important to update and edit relocation processes and policies because each move holds its own distinct set of circumstances and challenges.

Continue the conversation by contacting your Cartus representative to further discuss group moves or any other aspect of your relocation program. Or feel free to email us at cartussolutions@cartus.com.