Business management
A five-day deadline can end on different dates depending on which days count. Swiss contracts may use the French terms jours ouvrables and jours ouvrés differently. For payroll and annual leave, start with the applicable calendar and the employee’s actual work schedule....
Geneva combines international finance, trade, manufacturing and a broad service economy. For an entrepreneur, its international reach creates opportunities—but payroll costs, competition and practical setup requirements need to be assessed just as carefully....
The canton of Vaud combines a large service economy with research, precision industries, tourism and agriculture. This guide explains its main sectors, the latest dated indicators and what they mean when choosing where to establish a business....
A low management fee is not enough to choose an umbrella company. Check the employment structure, relevant permits, insurance and the calculation from client billing to take-home pay. In Switzerland, arrangements often described as “portage salarial” must be assessed under Swiss rules....
Validate demand, clarify your business model or delegate more effectively: choose a book that matches the problem you face, then turn the reading into a practical action. These four books serve different purposes and can support decisions at different stages of a business....
Start by calculating the investment and cash runway your business needs. An established SME, a new service business and a pre-revenue start-up cannot support the same commitments. Compare debt, equity and commercial funding, then prepare the evidence lenders, investors or crowdfunding backers need....
When a business faces a crisis, the first priorities are to understand the situation, protect available cash and make documented decisions without delaying the legal steps that may be required....
A successful business sale takes more than finding a buyer. You need reliable accounts, a clear understanding of the proposed price and carefully negotiated transfer terms. Here is how to prepare a Swiss business for sale, assess an offer and plan the financial, tax and...
Competitive analysis helps you compare the options available to your customers and decide how to position your business. Porter’s five forces adds a wider perspective: how competitors, customers, suppliers, new entrants and substitutes can affect your margins. This article connects the two approaches, with a...
Track business expenses with clear categories, a monthly budget review and practical Swiss examples. Understand costs, VAT, cash flow and useful savings....