Race for global tech talent heats up

Australia, the UK and the US all have new visa initiatives to boost innovation and tech-sector hiring. David Sapsted reports.

UK tech investment hits record levels

Despite Brexit, the UK’s tech startups attracted more investment from venture capitalists last year than any other country except for the US and China, according to the 2021 annual report from Tech Nation.

Pandemic lessons set to boost UK tech

Widescale investment by businesses in new IT projects this year is set to drive a further expansion of the UK’s tech sector, according to a new survey.

London trails only San Francisco in fintech race

Pandemic or not, investors are continuing to pump money into global fintech companies, according to the latest survey data.

'Office for talent' created to lure skills to UK

A cross-departmental unit to attract overseas scientists, tech innovators and researchers to the UK is to be established in the prime minister's office, the government announced on Wednesday.

UK tech seeks to capitalise on US visa bans

The UK's tech sector is trying to lure overseas skills and entrepreneurs affected by President Donald Trump's latest immigration curbs, according to a CNBC report.

Create 'digital age' immigration system, says CBI

A massive re-skilling programme for millions of Britons and an effective immigration system to enable the UK to attract overseas IT specialists are called for in a major report on the future of the nation's digital economy.

UK steps up overseas tech drive

The UK government has launched a range of measures to boost international digital trade in a bid to turn the nation into a "global tech powerhouse".

applicants for uk jobs by overseas professionals are rising

Overseas skills 'only attracted by £30,000-plus'

A new report highlights the difference the £30,000 salary threshold makes for skilled foreigners looking for jobs in the UK, and the potential problem sectors.

What makes Amsterdam a tech hub to compete with London?

Amsterdam is gaining pace as a European base for relocating large companies and start-ups, and not just because of Brexit. What are the key attractions?

UK tech firms looking abroad for sales, skills

The overwhelming majority of UK tech firms are looking to expand into new markets overseas in the coming year, according to research by business expansion consultants, Velocity Global.

Crown Worldwide acquires Premier Workplace Services

Crown Worldwide has cemented its commitment to growth in international workspace services with the acquisition of Premier Workplace Services, hailing it as “one of the most significant in its history.”

Relocate magazine autumn 2018: out September!

Relocate magazine autumn 2018: Out Now!

The autumn conference issue of Relocate Magazine is now available with a focus on the evolving role of global mobility. In addition we take a look at post-Brexit trade partners, gender in AI and put President Trumps “America First” agenda in the spotlight.

IKAN report: Hyderabad – India's new tech hub

Hyderabad – India's new tech hub

Since 2014, Hyderabad has established itself as India's IT hub and increasing numbers of expatriates are relocating to the region as affordable office space and residential properties see companies opening there.

Kieran Earley speaking at the Relocate Festival of Global Mobility

Building the workforce of the future

The afternoon of Relocate’s Festival of Global Mobility Thinking welcomed an interactive afternoon panel, which discussed mobility’s widening role and responsibility in developing and enabling future talent for the sector.

How the digital revolution will affect the future workforce

As social media technology continues to develop rapidly, how can businesses respond to ensure younger employees feel engaged while on overseas assignments?

Steven Van Belleghem, customer management expert and author of Customers the Day After Tomorrow

What can data analytics do for the global mobility sector?

In a 2017 Deloitte Global Workforce Trends report, 53 per cent of companies reported aligning mobility with talent strategy as a chief challenge. Could data analytics be the solution?

Can Birmingham compete with London on tech talent attraction?

Innovation and urban migration helped Birmingham build its reputation as workshop of the world in the first Industrial Revolution. In today’s Digital Revolution, these trends appear to be on repeat.

Steve Black talking at Relocate Networking Event

Co-founder of MOVE Guides discusses Polaris acquisition

The co-founder of the relocation management company, MOVE Guides talks about what the acquisition of Polaris Global means for the company and why it came about.

Two people shaking hands against background of flags

Business travel 2.0: What role for global mobility?

Business travel compliance has been high on the agenda. Yet a panel led by Fragomen's Robert Horsley at the WERC London Summit suggests more scope for mobility expertise, writes Ruth Holmes.

Technology replacing the human touch for international assignments

Can technology replace the human touch?

Technology is becoming increasingly essential to our professional lives. What does this mean for the international assignee and how can technology and human service be balanced in global mobility?

UK tech growth through expanded visa programme

UK to double tier 1 visas to lure foreign tech talent

Tier 1 visas are set to double in order to increase the migration of tech based talent to the UK. The new immigration plan is a statement of Britain’s aim to remain open to business post-Brexit.

Will AI make work more human?

Artificial intelligence is developing at a rapid rate, raising serious philosophical and practical questions. Clare Dillon, a tech evangelist formerly of Microsoft, ponders should we fear AI?

Talent and technology: creating a modern, mobile workforce

A positive mobility experience can pay dividends for employers, who will benefit from a more diverse and engaged workforce, explains Peter Clarke, practice leader at PwC Global Mobility Services.