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Tuesday, September 27th, 2011
8:04 pm	Corporate Housing – Several Reasons Why Companies Should Have It Multi-national corporations are now becoming aware on the impact of having corporate housing in terms of expanding their business worldwide. It is a great option for providing the lodging needs of the employees while attending to various business transactions in other cities or countries. This type of accommodation doesn't only offer good cost-cutting solution but also provides a positive impact to the business as a whole. If your company is still skeptical about this fact, below are several reasons to give you a better picture on how it works. Different services and amenities are available in this kind of housing just like with those found in expensive hotels. Corporate housing provides housekeeping and concierge services to ensure the comfort of the occupants. Various relaxation facilities may also be present like fitness gyms and spas. It is a great way to have stress relievers after a tiresome work. The location of this housing accommodation usually has convenient access to major establishments within the city. Transport facilities like airports, train stations, bus stops, etc are also near the place to assist in easy transportation. It allows the employees to have a faster mastery of their new location. It offers larger space compared to hotel rooms. Occupants can have a home-like atmosphere and comfort while enjoying enough space that can be used for leisure activities. Cooking facilities and other entertainment appliances can be placed on this extra space giving the occupants the freedom to pull-over some friends for a little gathering which is quite impossible for a hotel accommodation. Even working away from home, workers can still be highly productive. Working abroad can be demanding because of the various deadlines and meetings but with the services present in a corporate housing like telephone services and broadband internet connection it will ensure full assistance to the workers. Occupants may also set up a private office within the house if needed be to ensure optimum work productivity. Fully functional kitchen is usually available. Occupants have the freedom to prepare and cook their own food leading to reduction of food expenses. Aside from that they will not anymore be forced to dine out every night. They can have their favorite foods assuring that they are safe to eat. In addition to lesser food expenses, laundry expenses may also be reduced because washing machines and dryers are present among the list of appliances available. Several employees can be housed in the same roof. It is very useful in a large group of people working on the same project. Aside for its cost-effectiveness, it also promotes team bonding among the members. Corporate housing offers an excellent accommodation in training employees because their seniors can teach them easily because they live in the same roof. Security is provided among each housing unit. Employees are the most important asset in any form of business so they must be protected round the clock especially when they are working on a foreign land. Most housing units within a residence complex has a 24-hour security to ensure the safety of the occupants. (Comment on this)
7:42 pm	Tips on Bringing Pets While Having a Corporate Housing Accommodation There has been increasing concern of traveling employees about them accompanying their pet or pets when they are relocated to a far away land for business purposes. There are employees who are single or has nobody to carry along with in the new location. This makes them realized about bringing their pet, most commonly dogs. Companies who provide lodging needs on their employees through hotel accommodations will surely have no chance in bringing pets with them. However, if the company provides them with a corporate housing then there is a chance to carry along your favorite pet. Most corporate housing providers allow pets on their units but there properties that restrict certain breed of dogs like Rottweiler, pit bulls, chows, or German shepherds. Pet interviews are sometimes required before allowing pets in the units. It will be beneficial to have time attending to obedience classes with your pet as this can help you during pet interviews. It is very challenging to find a house for rent that allows pets in the property. However, it is important to consider the amount of stress that they will endure during transportation. Following these tips will help you to get along with it. It is advisable to take your dogs first on shorter trips. Through it you'll have an idea on the anxiety levels of your pet while on the move. Vets will prescribe tranquilizers if necessary. It is better to position your dog in the back seat and avoid exposing their heads out of the window. It prevents the entrance of cold air in their lungs and the possibility of meeting injuries. Instead of water, ice cubes can be used to your pet when it experiences motion sickness. Dogs should not be left alone in parked car as it can heat up to as much as 160 degrees which has the potential to cause brain damage, stroke, and even death. Contact information should be marked clearly on your dog's crate when you travel by plane. Rabies tag should also be present. There is a business that transports your pet for a fee like Pet Airways. It caters with great efficiency so your pets can have a safe travel. See to it that your pet is in good health when you decide to travel with them. Corporate housing owners usually require your pet’s certificate of health which you can get through their veterinarian. Updated vaccination could also ensure the well being of your dog. Always keep a proper documentation about them. It would be helpful to ask your current veterinarian for references of a reliable animal clinic located near your new home. Keep the clinic's contact numbers all the time. Although there are lots of concerns that need to be addressed when you take your pet with you as you travel for work, it is appropriate to be always ready for emergencies. Lonely business trips can be reverted into a happy experience because pets can be an excellent companion. At the end of a long day, it is nice to see and play with your friendly pet. (Comment on this)