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Legal obligations

Weekly working hours in Switzerland – what are the rules?

How many hours are you allowed to work per week? Weekly working hours in Switzerland are clearly regulated – but are often misunderstood. Find out what the limits are, when overtime begins, and what companies must take into account.

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System, Introduction, Benefits

The costs and benefits of electronic time-recording systems

Is electronic time tracking really worth it? Find out what costs you can expect, where the hidden savings opportunities lie, and why modern time tracking systems often pay for themselves sooner than you might think.

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System, Introduction, Benefits

Introducing time tracking – how to successfully implement it in your business

From planning to rollout: this guide shows you how to successfully implement a time-tracking solution and avoid common pitfalls.

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System, Introduction, Benefits

A comparison of time tracking options – PC, smartphone, tablet or terminal?

Choosing the right time-tracking system is crucial for efficiency, user acceptance and legal compliance within a company. Today, there are various systems available – from traditional terminals to mobile apps on smartphones or tablets. But which solution is right for your business? In this article, you’ll find a clear overview of the main options, along with their pros and cons.

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Time recording

Mandatory time recording in Switzerland: What does the law require?

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Time recording

Simplified time tracking

Not every time recording needs to go into great detail. Under certain conditions, simplified time recording allows for significantly less documentation – we’ll show you when this is possible and what you need to bear in mind.

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Time recording

Storage, directories, documents

Wie lange müssen Arbeitszeitunterlagen in der Schweiz aufbewahrt werden? Unternehmen sind gesetzlich verpflichtet, Verzeichnisse und Unterlagen korrekt zu führen und mehrere Jahre bereitzuhalten. Dieser Artikel zeigt, welche Fristen gelten und worauf Sie bei der Aufbewahrung achten müssen.

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Time recording

Opting out of time recording

Can you really do without time recording in Switzerland? In principle, there is an obligation to record working hours, but there are clearly defined exceptions. Find out under what conditions companies are permitted to do without it and what you absolutely must bear in mind.

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Breaks, rest periods

Legal breaks in Switzerland

What breaks are required by law in Switzerland? Find out when employees are entitled to breaks, how long they must last, and what companies need to bear in mind.

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Breaks, rest periods

Morning and afternoon breaks

How long does a break have to be to count? Not every interruption qualifies as a legally required break. Find out how long breaks need to be to count—and when they don’t count legally.

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