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Work anywhere, together

Framework to support the workforce of the future

Having to respond to what


could be the fastest social
change in modern times,
companies worldwide
enabled remote workforces
nearly overnight. What
started as an extraordinary What are we
“work anywhere” pilot is Business
hearing from
now considered permanent drivers the market?
in many organizations’
operating model framework. Strategy
As a result, the new reality is and policy
a world where we focus on Structure
the work, instead of where
it happens. We describe this
transformation as, “Work
anywhere, together.” It’s the Work
anywhere
new reality of work.
In this interactive framework
you will find the following:
Risk and data
What are we hearing
1 analytics
from the market? Compliance
What are the business and process
2 drivers in this
context? Key Take the
considerations Pro first step
ent
What are the key
3 gram e m
considerations as manag
you consider your
operating parameters
and future options?
How do you take the
4
first step?

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Business drivers
The remote work trend has accelerated the need for evolution of global mobility.
Companies that react and adapt quickly will find business as usual, while others may struggle.

Key business drivers

Talent

Risk management

Business alignment

Cost management

Employee experience

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What are we hearing from the market?

80% of U.S. workers say they would turn down a job that did not offer flexible working 1

25%–30% of the workforce will be working from home by 2022” 2

79% of remote employees say remote work increases their productivity/focus 3

$7+ trillion to be invested in making work more digital by 2023

A 50% increase in remote work could lead to over $11,000 in savings annually per employee 4

1
FlexJobs, Remote Work Statistics: Shifting Norms and Expectations, Beth Braccio Hering (February 13, 2020)
2
Global Workforce Analytics, San Diego, Kate Lister
3
Global Workforce Analytics, Telework Savings Potential, San Diego
4
Global Workforce Analytics, Latest Work-at-Home/Telecommuting/Mobile Work/Remote Work Statistics, San Diego (March 13, 2020)

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What are the key considerations for “work anywhere”?

Income and social security tax

International corporate tax

State and local tax

Employment tax

Enterprise-wide

Program shaping

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Take the first step
Let’s have a conversation to discuss your needs, identify areas of potential risk, and allow us to demonstrate our industry leading approach.
We can help you implement the right compliance processes supported by a robust policy framework with a focus on the employee experience.
Let us help you Discover, Define, Design and Deploy Sample outcomes

Phase Outcome Risk analysis Policy development Enterprise-wide strategy

Identify appropriate employee


groups, business units, locations
where “Work anywhere, together”
Discover should be explored

Develop design concepts and


assess viability and impact
of each approach to support
Define “Work anywhere, together”

Formulate detailed future-state


design and transition plan,
considering and planning for
Design impact on key functions and
stakeholder group

Implement a well-thought-
out and balanced approach
with focus on compliance and
Deploy employee experience

Next steps: Focus on work, not where you work!


We’re witnessing an accelerated evolution…from global mobility—to global immobility—to the new reality of working from
anywhere. “Work anywhere, together” is an employee-centered approach to supporting the transition from working from home
to working anywhere in the world.

Let us help you explore if this might be right for your organization.

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Bring “Work anywhere, together” to life
Strategy and policy
A clear, documented strategy that aligns with
your overall business and talent strategy while
minimizing organizational risk

Strategy Structure
and policy

Work
anywhere

Risk and data Compliance


analytics and process

Pro
gram e ment
manag

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Structure
An organizational structure that allows
you to operate in a tax-compliant manner,
anticipating global and local compliance
requirements

Strategy Structure
and policy

Work
anywhere

Risk and data Compliance


analytics and process

PrCo nntt
hgarn mee
ag maannaaggeem
me m

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Compliance and process
An automated process to assist with
managing complex global tax and
regulatory requirements based on
employee location, value, and service
considerations

Strategy Structure
and policy

Work
anywhere

Risk and data Compliance


analytics and process

Pro
gram e ment
manag

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Risk and data analytics
Detailed cost analysis of the operating
model, risk assessment, and quantification
and measure of return on investment

Strategy Structure
and policy

Work
anywhere

Risk and data Compliance


analytics and process

Pro
gram e ment
manag

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Program management
Deliberate and considered approach
to initiating change and managing
transformation

Strategy Structure
and policy

Work
anywhere

Risk and data Compliance


analytics and process

Pro
gram e ment
manag

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About us
The KPMG Global Mobility Services practice is revolutionizing the future of mobility
through innovation. We have the insight, people, and experience to provide your KPMG Global Mobility Services
organization with integrated, technology-supported solutions designed to both — Technology — Compensation
address today’s business challenges and seize new opportunities.
— Tax — Rewards
Together, we can give your organization a competitive edge. We can help you
— Payroll — Compliance
manage risk, reduce costs, enhance the employee experience, and attract and retain
top talent. — Outsourcing
We provide tools and critical business insight that empower you to manage your — Business travel
mobile workforce with confidence. Let us show you how.

Contact us
Bob Mischler David Mayes Kshipra Thareja
Principal and National Principal, Tax Managing Director, Tax
Service Line Leader, Tax Global Mobility Services Global Mobility Services
Global Mobility Services T: 617-988-1083 T: 973-912-4628
T: 212-872-3174 E: dmayes@kpmg.com E: kthareja@kpmg.com
E: rmischler@kpmg.com
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