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Can Global Immigration Save Your Business Money?

October 31, 2023

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By: Liat Zudkewich

Many businesses continue to look for ways to manage costs in periods of economic uncertainty while trying to stay both competitive and profitable.

One pathway to achieving these goals is through innovative global mobility strategies. When approached thoughtfully, immigration can save employers money through process optimization, leveraging strategic immigration policies and visa categories, and integrating cutting-edge technology.

Process Optimization

Streamlining operations is key for employers because it allows their talent, operations and mobility teams to increase efficiency and reduce costs while still meeting the needs of their global workforces. When employers look to hire new employees, they engage in specific onboarding processes, such as pre-hire assessments as a first introduction to the employer and their businesses.

Employers can look to these onboarding processes as potential areas for streamlining and reducing costs. By standardizing and refining the onboarding process as it relates to immigration, businesses can avoid unnecessary delays, saving both time and money.

Efficient pre-hire assessments and clear workstreams can minimize administrative burdens and ensure a smooth transition for new employees and key stakeholders within the business, which can positively impact overall productivity.

Leveraging strategic immigration solutions

A proactive immigration strategy can yield substantial cost savings for businesses. Employers can work with immigration counsel to proactively identify key jurisdictions where immigration offers an opportunity for cost savings and incentives to attract and retain talent. Check out our previous blogs on attracting, retaining and developing talent for more insights.

These strategies are key because they not only save employers money but attract a highly skilled talent pool which directly contributes to the business’ innovation and growth. When looking for cost-saving opportunities, there are many jurisdictions, such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Canada, that offer incentives to employers and individuals to attract highly skilled workers.

It is also important to look at variations in government filing fees as a cost containment tool. By reviewing timing for any fee increases or identifying advantageous strategies, such as visa length, businesses can not only save money but also gain a competitive edge by accessing top talent more quickly and cost-effectively.

Integrating innovative technology

The integration of innovative technology into the immigration process can lead to critical cost savings for employers.

Fragomen offers a variety of advanced technologies that optimize key immigration processes, including the WorkRight, WorkReady Estimator and Parking toolsβ€”all key differentiators that streamline processes and reduce costs for companies.  

These tools significantly reduce manual intervention, resulting in quicker processes with less potential for error. Further, leveraging data analytics can help identify trends and potential challenges in the immigration process, allowing businesses to make informed decisions and optimize their strategies while focusing on cost containment.

Consideration for employers

Global immigration has the potential to be a powerful cost-saving and cost-containment tool for employers who are focused on growing and supporting their most valuable assetβ€”their employees. Through process optimization, strategic immigration strategies and the integration of innovative technology, employers can streamline operations, tap into highly skilled talent pools and enhance the overall efficiency of their operations.

However, employers must approach global immigration strategically and take compliance considerations fully into account. Partnering with experienced immigration professionals and utilizing advanced technology can help employers navigate the complex global immigration landscape while maximizing cost savings. By embracing immigration as a strategic investment, employers can support their employees while also reducing costs and driving long-term success.  

Need to know more?

Fragomen’s unique Immigration Program Management group supports and delivers strategic solutions for clients. For questions, please contact Senior Associate and Immigration Program Manager Liat Zudkewich at [email protected].

This blog was published on October 31, 2023, and due to the circumstances, there are frequent changes. To keep up to date with all the latest updates on global immigration, please subscribe to ourβ€―alertsβ€―and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

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Liat Zudkewich

Liat Zudkewich

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New York, NY, United States

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T:+1 646 861 6943

Related insights

  • Leveraging Immigration as a Benefit Part 1: Attracting Talent
  • Leveraging Immigration as a Benefit Part 2: Retaining Talent
  • Leveraging Immigration as a Benefit Part 3: Developing Talent

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Liat Zudkewich

Liat Zudkewich

Senior Associate

New York, NY, United States

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[email protected]

T:+1 646 861 6943

Related insights

  • Leveraging Immigration as a Benefit Part 1: Attracting Talent
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  • Leveraging Immigration as a Benefit Part 3: Developing Talent

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