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International business travel is more important than ever. Even though the digital age has made it easier to collaborate with others, human contact still counts. In-person meetings increase rapport, facilitate cooperation and enhance bonds. The ROI on business travel is also very strong. Oxford Economics USA reports companies realize $12.50 in incremental revenue for every […]

A business entering a new market must consider how it will staff its new operation. Many companies are conflicted between two options: hiring in-country or sending an employee from home. Deciding between the two requires an examination of the pros and cons, as well as identification of the key success factors offered by highly ranked […]

A non-governmental organization or nonprofit faces unique challenges in addition to those routinely encountered by business expanding internationally. NGOs and nonprofits may offer economic, environmental or social benefits in regions which can directly or indirectly highlight governmental and political issues. Consequently, it can be tougher for the organization to penetrate the market, but it isn’t […]

According to the Institute for Mergers, Acquisitions and Alliances, 49,000 international mergers and acquisitions occurred in 2018 alone with an estimated value of $3.8 trillion. Over a third of the value of these transactions involved U.S. companies. Growing Trend Deloitte predicts merger and acquisition activity will increase, in both the number of transactions and deal […]

Brexit’s impact on international business is yet to be fully realized. Even though the UK voted to leave the European Union (EU) trading bloc over three-and-a-half years ago, they’re still no closer to figuring out precisely how it will happen. Even worse, the UK government appears poised for a legal showdown as the October 31 […]

Global expansion can provide asset diversification, a richer talent pool, access to countless new markets, and fantastic business opportunities.  However, the world is a big place and it can be difficult to decide which country to choose. Fortunately, there’s a strong case for doing business in Latin America. Here’s why.  Untapped LATAM Markets  The U.S. […]

Contractor or employee? It’s an important decision for business, especially when looking to expand internationally.   Generally, hiring contractors costs less since your company does not need to pay benefits. Independent contractors are also a good choice for organizations wanting to expand, but unwilling to invest in employees until they test the new overseas market and […]

Hiring in Europe involves finding the right talent at the right price. This involves many factors, including costs and complexities that are not often considered.  While Europe is an attractive business area with affluent markets, stable economies, and accessibility, it is also vast and varied. Here are just a few of the main costs your business should consider when hiring in Europe and ways to overcome these challenges.  European Payroll  Payroll […]

Costs of hiring in Africa vary greatly. The continent of Africa presently includes 55 countries, all with varying economic, cultural, and political conditions.  When you recruit for Africa you can’t rely on the same methods you use in your host country. Accounting, payroll, tax, and other requirements often differ greatly. Additionally, some African countries are better-suited for foreign business than others.  Fortunately, Blueback Global can help your business overcome these challenges. Here […]

A look at how and why Living Goods moved their headquarters from San Francisco to Kenya as presented at #OpExDC2019 In this age where we hear so much about globalization and how remote talent can help organizations all over the world from anywhere in the world, Living Goods recently moved their headquarters, and all leadership […]

Debbie Pollock-Berry shares Save the Children U.S.’s strategies for a cultural shift at Humentum’s #OpExDC2019 Conference Debbie Pollock-Berry has been the CHRO at Save the Children U.S. for roughly 745 days. It was around day 200 when she realized her organization’s culture needed a major overhaul. “Save the Children was founded on the belief that […]

Highlights from Ann Mei Chang’s Keynote at Humentum’s #OpExDC2019 Conference The global development community is at something of a crossroads, says Ann Mei Chang, author of “Lean Impact.” There are several trends happening that have led to a pivotal moment in the nongovernmental organization (NGO) industry, she says. And the direction that NGOs should pivot […]