Household Goods Shipping Services

Relocating your employees can be challenging, with many moving parts to keep in sync. But your team doesn’t have to manage all the details: you can leave them to us. At ARC, we offer a wide spectrum of relocation services to individuals, corporations, and government agencies worldwide. Our detailed guide to relocation makes the process easier for everyone. Discover why we are your choice for shipping household goods hassle-free:
A Smarter Way to Relocate Your Employees
Distance should never be a factor in getting the top talent into your company. ARC offers a streamlined employee relocation process.
We will coordinate all aspects of your employee’s move: taking inventory, arranging insurance documentation and customs clearance, packing, loading, temporary accommodation, transportation, storage, shipment tracking, delivery and unpacking. Leave all the details to us!
Why Choose ARC to Coordinate Your Household Goods Move?
ARC offers innovative commercial relocation services for corporations across industries and government agencies. We provide:
- Single Point of Coordination: Moving involves many providers and stages. ARC provides you with a single point of contact relocation counselor. Your counselor will coordinate all aspects of your move.
- Global Network of Carriers: ARC is a third-party global relocation company with an expansive carrier network to meet our clients’ diverse relocation needs.
- End-to-End AI-Backed Management: Our proprietary AI-based technology stores movers’ rates and customer feedback. We can quickly compare many global movers for pricing and service quality to help you make the best choice.
- Employee Support: We provide personalized relocation services. Your ARC relocation counselor connects you with many service providers, such as movers, realtors, loan officers, temporary housing providers, appraisers, inspectors, and immigration attorneys.
How ARC Manages the Shipping Process
Shipping household items involves many steps:
Step 1: Move Planning
Our employee relocation services strategize all phases of your move:
- Communicating the Relocation Package: Your relocation package will outline key items. These include your employer’s obligations, covered expense categories, temporary housing support, family support, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Budgeting for Your Move: Your ARC relocation counselor will discuss your moving budget, ensuring we cover all your essentials.
- Arranging Insurance Coverage: We coordinate your moving insurance to safeguard your household goods during transit.
- Securing Customs Clearance: Shipping household goods across countries means dealing with customs. We’ll handle all the details for you!
Step 2: Carrier Coordination
Your relocation counselor will help you review the carriers’ estimates and terms of service. After reviewing your options, your counselor will help you make the best choice for your budget and relocation needs.
Step 3: Oversight and Support
ARC coordinates logistical support for your move:
- Moving Services: Your relocation counselor will coordinate with a reliable moving company to transport your household goods.
- Shipment Tracking: While your goods are in transit, you can track the shipment at every stage.
- Temporary Housing: We’ll secure temporary accommodations for you and your family, accounting for location, budget, and duration.
- Visa and Residency: ARC’s relocation consultant will connect you with immigration attorneys to guide you in all visa and residency requirements.
- Family Considerations: We support you with school searches, childcare arrangements, and other household needs.
- Financial and Legal Requirements: Your relocation consultant will review your relocation package. They will ensure your tax compliance (especially for international relocation) and connect you with legal support for property ownership.
Step 4: Delivery and Follow-Up
After delivering and unpacking your household goods, it’s time to settle into your new environment. We help you adapt to your new location, arranging for language support where needed. Your relocation counselor will also check in regularly to help you address ongoing needs and get comfortable in your new location.
Domestic and International Capabilities
Need to relocate overseas? No problem! We’ll help you navigate the international relocation process.
ARC has extensive expertise with international regulations, customs documentation, and time-bound scheduling for an overseas move.
Benefits for HR Teams and Business Leaders
When you choose ARC for your employee relocation, there are many benefits:
Benefits for HR Teams
- Efficiency: ARC handles all administrative tasks such as international payroll, visa processing, and legal compliance. This frees HR to focus on other strategic requirements.
- Expertise: We are experts at navigating the complexities of relocation. ARC also offers valuable insights into creating and managing effective relocation policies.
- Compliance: ARC is current with immigration, visa, tax, and labor laws. We ensure compliance and support a smooth employee transition.
- Network: ARC leverages our connections with movers, realtors, tax advisors, and other vendors for your relocation.
- Data Reporting: We offer in-depth data reports on employee satisfaction, relocation costs, and other metrics to support data-driven decisions.
Benefits for Business Leaders
- Retain Top Talent: An effective relocation program enhances employee satisfaction and helps attract and keep the best talent.
- Wider Talent Pool: ARC helps you access a global talent pool from various countries and cultures for greater innovation.
- Strategic Expansion: Our relocation program facilitates easy employee relocation to new markets to support growth initiatives.
- Cost Savings: We leverage our expertise and connections to negotiate the best rates, helping companies save on relocation costs.
- Smooth Transitions: An easy relocation process reduces stress on employees and their families, facilitating better transitions.
- Enhanced Productivity: A seamless relocation means employees are more likely to be engaged and productive at work.
Why It Matters for Your Employees
Moving for a new job is challenging for each employee/transferee. Working with ARC ensures your employee has the necessary support and personalized services:
- Pre-Move Planning: We’ll consult with your employee to determine their relocation requirements and take inventory of all items to move.
- Insurance and Customs: ARC arranges all insurance documentation and navigates the destination country’s customs regulations. We’ll keep track of all the paperwork!
- Packing and Loading: We arrange for the careful packing of all household goods and specialized packing of fragile items. Once your employee’s home is all packed, the movers will load the items into a container for secure transportation.
- Transportation and Storage: Household goods travel by sea, air, or land. If storage is needed, we’ll arrange it!
- Tracking: Your employee can track their shipment at every stage, giving peace of mind.
- Delivery and Unpacking: The moving company will unload all items and safely unpack them into your employee’s new home.
Trusted by Leading Organizations
ARC has managed employee relocations for top-tier organizations and government agencies. Here are some of our satisfied clients:
Let ARC Help With Your Employee Relocation
Shipping household goods doesn’t have to be overwhelming. ARC is your expert partner in the relocation process to ensure a hassle-free experience for all. You save time, your employee gets the necessary support, and your company creates a reputation for prioritizing its people.
Let’s discuss how we can help you simplify your employees’ relocation process: