blogs / 20 Apr 2023

benefits and challenges of capped move programs

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While organizations may wish to utilize a managed capped move program to control costs, it is important to consider all the factors that may have an impact on this type of program, including employee productivity and experience, relocation goals, talent management, company culture, and exception management. Our latest white paper, “Benefits and Challenges of Capped Move Programs,” explores these elements and looks at the best practices required to successfully design such a policy.

what is a capped move?

In a capped move program, the relocating employee is provided with a relocation policy which includes various service offerings and a maximum dollar amount that cannot be exceeded. Some corporations choose to cap a policy benefit versus capping the total relocation costs.

  • Capped move—provides a limit on total spending by the employee for all relocation benefits (e.g., $50,000).
  • Capped benefit—provides a limit on spending by specific policy components (e.g., house hunting is not to exceed $2,500, or household goods weight is capped at 18,000 lbs.) The employee has a relocation policy to follow and is reimbursed only up to the specific capped amounts for each benefit.

If a capped move is what you decide to provide, taking a thoughtful approach upfront to managing the program will save you time and frustration down the road.

find out more

Our white paper shares key considerations for administering a capped move relocation program, including the typical benefits that should and should not be included, to ensure a positive employee experience.

For more information on how our Consulting Solutions team can help you, contact consultingsolutions@cartus.com or contact your Cartus representative.

Cindy Madden

about the author

Cindy Madden is Director of the Cartus Consulting Solutions practice, which supports clients and prospects in the areas of Global Policy and Program Design, Group Moves, Destination Location Research, and the development of customized mobility websites. Cindy has more than 25 years’ experience in the relocation industry in a variety of roles, including account management and sales