Monthly Archives: September 2016

Hong Kong – Xpatulator cost of living

Hong Kong is a special administrative region of the People’s Republic of China. Hong Kong’s highly favourable geographical position and trading opportunities are wealth-generating assets. The cost of living for expatriates / professional migrants in Hong Kong as at 1 … Continue reading

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Singapore, Singapore – Xpatulator cost of living

The cost of living for expatriates / professional migrants in Singapore as at 1 September 2016 is very high in comparison to other places in the world. Singapore is a blend of Western, Chinese and Asian culture. Expatriate business dress … Continue reading

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China, Shanghai – Xpatulator cost of living

Shanghai is the largest city in China, and one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world. The population of Shanghai is 34 Million (2016 est.), while the inflation rate is 1.8% (2016 est.). The cost of living for expatriates … Continue reading

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United Arab Emirates, Dubai – Xpatulator cost of living

The cost of living for expatriates / professional migrants in Dubai as at 1 July 2016 is very high in comparison to other places in the world. In Dubai, the cost of each basket, based on local prices, compared to … Continue reading

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What does Strategic mean in a Job Description?

Paterson Job Evaluation is the predominant job evaluation system used in Southern Africa. This article makes reference to Paterson Bands (F is the top – CEO level; A is the lowest level). From C Band upwards there is a requirement … Continue reading

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