Worldwide consulting limited is an italian-based service company with activities in 23 countries. the company operates by embedding a large number of expatriates in foreign subsidiaries, even though the expatriates are not always familiar with the host country to which they are assigned. what is the most important benefit worldwide consulting is most likely to achieve through this practice? an exchange of information and knowledge across subsidiaries facilitated by the expatriates. the presence of expatriate employees enhances the prestige of the foreign subsidiaries and increases client satisfaction. the presence of a large number of expatriates improves employee motivation and reduces employee turnover. having ex-pat employees allows the parent company to keep tighter control of its offshore subsidiaries.