"Geographical differentials in remuneration arise out of market forces and laws. Wage rates run highest in rich, developed economies with high standards of living. And employee benefits dovetail with local laws.... Yet in recent decades business drivers have pushed multinationals to align or harmonize certain pay, bonus and benefits offerings internationally ... [T]oday's cross-border project teams and instantaneous internal communications motivate employers to extend certain compensation and benefits offerings across borders."  MORE >>