On Friday, 10th November 2017, the winners of this year’s FEM EMEA EMMAs were announced at a glittering gala dinner at the InterContinental London - The O2.

The FEM EMMAs are the premier awards for the global mobility and HR industry and on Friday night, following a highly successful two-day Summit 400+ key figures, leaders and companies gathered to celebrate global mobility's brightest and best in EMEA.

All submissions were judged by a panel of independent experts against a set of strict criteria, who noted that the standard of entries was very high yet again.

The winners of the FEM EMMAs in the EMEA 2017 are:

Best Business Travel Framework
Rolls-Royce Plc
“Great to see such a comprehensive solution to this increasingly tricky challenge. A really excellent programme form Rolls Royce.”

Best Redesign of Global Mobility Strategy  
Aon
“A very thorough and thought-out implementation. The ‘decision tree’ will make the process easier for the business and the mobility team to implement.”

Best ROI or Cost Effectiveness Strategy in a Global Mobility Programme
SAP SE
“A good matrix to measure against and clear process with good definition. Love the idea that business can build a CE themselves. All HR systems connected to make the process fluent & simple!”

Best Use of Data Analytics within Global Mobility
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
“An innovative and intuitive analytics offering which provides both the mobility team and the business with a tool to help inform and shape business decisions. Extremely impressive.”

Global Mobility Team of the Year (Small Programme)
Improbable Worlds Limited
“It is great to see a mobility function that is seen as being instrumental in the growth of the business by sourcing and supporting key talent globally.”

Global Mobility Team of the Year (Large Programme)
WorleyParsons
“Excellent demonstration of a strategic GM function that clearly understands and responds to business need and finds solutions that are tailored to the needs of the organization. Extremely impressive.”

Best Family Support Programme
Learnlight
“A holistic programme demonstrating industry-leading standards in all areas.”

Best Vendor Partnership – Relocation Management Company
SIRVA Worldwide Relocation & Moving - SAP SE
“Fantastic example of collaboration, numerous examples and benefits. Very professional cooperation, with all parties striving for excellence.”

Best Vendor Partnership – Other
Equus Software - Standard Chartered Bank
“Incredible savings and efficiencies delivered through this partnership, supported by an innovative approach.”

Most Innovative Use of Technology in Global Mobility – Assignee Management
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
“Their system has revolutionised how mobility is managed at HP. This looks like the new ultimate tool. I want it!”

Most Innovative Use of Technology in Global Mobility – Bespoke
Heineken
“Heineken has produced an excellent technology solution. They have focused on stakeholder needs and customers and also embraced modern technology. Amazing, and again Heineken refreshes parts others don't reach!”

Outstanding Corporate and Social Responsibility Initiatives
SAP SE
“An excellent initiative which addresses an extremely complex and relevant problem. There has been a clear and tangible impact on the lives the programme has touched and it is extremely impressive.”



Thought Leadership – Best Survey or Research Study of the Year
HSBC Expat
“Great research product, invaluable to any expat or expat to be and their families. HSBC turn survey results into improvements. Excellent.”

Corporate Housing Provider of the Year
Nomad Temporary Housing
“A really unique market proposition and one which will save money for clients via their mini auction methodology if this truly operates in free market terms. Hugely impressed by innovation-focused approach.”

Destination Services Provider of the Year
Going-there Global Destination Services
“A consistent and global approach. Going-there is the 'fresh' and new DSP company we were all looking for. Big compliments to the team!”

Employee Benefits Services Provider of the Year
NetExpat
“NetExpat seeks to deliver with style and thoughtfulness. A thought leader acutely aware of the pitfalls which commonly contribute to the failure of any assignment.”

Expatriate Banking and Financial Services Innovation
HSBC Expat
“HSBC deserve recognition of their initiatives for a holistic approach - not only ensuring excellence in meeting immediate banking requirements - but providing resources to assist in the international transfer and starting a new life in a new location.”

Immigration Provider of the Year
EY
“A very good example of strategic partnership aligning with the desire for instant access. Great entry from EY - particularly with the client feedback - there is no greater measure!”

International Moving Company of the Year
Santa Fe Relocation
“Santa Fe is clearly focused on best in class client service, and is going the extra step of introducing real time portals with assignees which is impressive.”

International Healthcare and Risk Management Provider of the Year
International SOS
“International SOS combines technology solutions and constant focus on improvements to reach high-level customer experiences. Splendid!”

Relocation Management Company of the Year      
Santa Fe Relocation
“Great focus on looking ahead of the game and providing fit for purpose service at a high certified standard.”

Tax Provider of the Year
Immedis
“Comprehensive approach, with payroll, tax services and software. High level professional experts provide full consultancy and have a strong relationship with the clients. Global Mobility Tracker and Global Mobility Reporter help to reduce administrative burden.”

Global Mobility Professional of the Year
Vicki Marsh
“Vicky is a true global mobility specialist, but her outstanding performance is due to the fact that she also is a global mobility generalist. She speaks the same 'language' as her customers. Compliments!”

Global Mobility Rising Star of the Year
Eleanor Winder
“Elly has a clear focus on operational excellence and an ability to operate outside the 'standard' GM advisor role remit. She has delivered both value and innovation for her team, which is excellent.”

Outstanding Contribution to Global Mobility
Peter Sewell, Regional Director – Northern Europe, Crown World Mobility