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Who we are Our journey began in Passau (Germany) in 2001. Today, as a globally operating family business, we are represented at over 20 locations worldwide , have expertise for more than 75 countries , and maintain long-term partnerships with our customers and employees. Our team consists of around 200 permanent employees and 350 freelance consultants from over 40 nations, speaking more than 50 languages. We are passionate about consulting, enabling and accompanying companies on their global...

Data protection and IT security are key pillars of our software solution. In the following, you will find detailed information on the safeguards we have implemented to ensure the highest standards of security and compliance. For further questions or individual feedback, please feel free to reach out to the contact provided at the end of this page. Application specific Security Features Encoded Application Connection In general, all client connections to the application and application...

Veröffentlicht am 04. Sep 2025

International mobility without digital support? It feels like navigating without a map—you'll get there somehow, but not without detours. Attracting international talent is one thing—successfully guiding them through all the steps of the process is another. When multiple cases are running in parallel, different departments are involved, and external partners come on board, traditional tools such as Excel quickly reach their limits. The introduction of specific software can be a decisive lever...

Veröffentlicht am 28. Jul 2025

Why high-performing international teams don't happen overnight There's more to a successful global team than just talent and technology – it takes focused relationship building . Intercultural teams bring diverse perspectives, working styles, and expectations to the table. But this diversity can only reach its full potential if we consciously work to build understanding and trust . When team members understand the cultural influences and working styles of their colleagues, collaboration...

Veröffentlicht am 25. Jul 2025

Mastering intercultural collaboration – what tips and tools can help? Do you work in an international environment – or will you soon be welcoming new colleagues from other cultures? How can communication succeed when not everyone is on the same language level? What should you do when small talk creates closeness in one culture but seems strange in another? How can you present yourself in a way that ensures your message is understood internationally? Our compact intercultural toolkits for...

Veröffentlicht am 25. Jul 2025

"72% would leave – for a more inclusive employer." That’s what the Workforce Happiness Index reveals (CNBC/SurveyMonkey, 2021). If you still see DE&I as a "nice to have," you risk losing top talent. Our whitepaper "DE&I as a Strategic Competitive Advantage" shows how companies with a truly inclusive culture not only retain employees but also measurably boost innovation and profitability. Whether it’s honest feedback, consciously inclusive meetings, or small everyday nudges, inclusion starts...

Veröffentlicht am 25. Jul 2025

“I want to be an ally—but where do I start?” Many people initially associate allyship with being friendly and not discriminating against anyone. But that's not enough. It's not enough to not be part of the problem. The key is to take responsibility. That means actively supporting where passivity is not enough. Privileges are often invisible. Here are a few examples: Viewing an apartment without worrying about being rejected because of your appearance. Having a name that doesn't raise...

Veröffentlicht am 24. Jul 2025

New job, new city – check But lunchtime in the cafeteria? Silent. Your partner at home? Alone. Your child? Still without a place in daycare. Welcome to Germany – or maybe not? Belonging doesn't happen by itself. Integration can only succeed if both sides actively participate – the company as well as the international talent themselves. This often determines whether talents stay or are already thinking about leaving. Integration means giving them and their families the chance to gain a...

Veröffentlicht am 24. Jul 2025

Global diversity, local impact. Our motto: Good training doesn't just come from input – it comes from genuine interaction. What makes training truly effective is not just methods and models – it's the people who apply them. At ICUnet.Group , we have experts with expertise in over 75 cultures and 50 nationalities: Our international network of over 300 experienced trainers combines specialist knowledge with cultural sensitivity, pedagogical finesse, and many years of experience in dealing with...

Veröffentlicht am 24. Jul 2025

What do I say when my gut feeling raises alarm bells during a conversation with new applicants, but I don't know exactly why? This is a classic scenario and an example of how unconscious assumptions shape our decisions – subtly, often with good intentions, but nevertheless effectively. Our e-learning courses on unconscious bias and psychological safety address precisely these issues: How can I recognize what is (unconsciously) influencing me? How can I create spaces where people feel...

Veröffentlicht am 24. Jul 2025