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They are springing up like mushrooms: remote working spaces. But what is the buzzword remote working all about and what advantages do these flexible workspaces have to offer? You can find them on every street corner these days: remote working spaces. Not just startups are opting for flexible workplaces, but rather traditional swiss companies and […] more…

After a mixed start into the new year, the number of startups rose again last month. In February 2021, a total of 4386 companies were founded in Switzerland. The foundation figures of the previous month were exceeded by 17.68% and those of the previous year by 10.84%. Over 4000 new companies in Switzerland In February […] more…

Huge online store with more than 3 million different products: If you rarely order from FLYERALARM, or if it’s your first time, you’ll be overwhelmed. Here’s a guide to help you find the right products, generate the print data, and conclude the ordering process. more…

Anyone who is active in the startup scene is familiar with the term unicorn as a designation for a startup. Increasingly, however, young companies are also being called zebras. Find out what the new animal name is all about in the article below. In the startup scene, a company that is already worth at least […] more…

In comparison with the record year 2020, the January 2021 startup report shows moderate figures. With a total of 3625 company foundations, the start into the new year is quite average. Compared to December 2020, the number of startups has decreased by -17.69%. Compared to January 2020, the decrease results to -3.85%. Significant decreases recorded […] more…

Due to the change from office to home office, many employees had to set up a workplace at home. The infrastructure costs to create a workspace at home can be deducted in the tax return if certain conditions are met. Learn all about home office tax deductions. Home office tax deductions In addition to the […] more…

Creating a startup from scratch seems like an impossible task to many individuals. Undoubtedly, it is not an easy job to open an innovative company. However, those who start with a creative idea and a well-developed business plan are likely to succeed. 1. The Idea Every startup begins with an idea. Said idea is characterized […] more…

One last time, the year 2020 is good for a surprise. In December 2020, for the first time, there were more than 5000 company foundations in one month. The new record value is 5069 startups. Thus, the results of the previous year were exceeded by 15.10% and those of November 2020 even by 21.41%. Over […] more…

If an employment contract is terminated without notice, this often results in legal disputes. The Federal Supreme Court has clearly stated its position on dismissal without notice in two cases. For important reasons, an employment relationship can be terminated with immediate effect (Art. 337 para. 1 CO). Good cause is deemed to exist if the […] more…

Anyone who founds an innovative start-up may have to apply for a patent to protect his ideas from imitators. Find out in the article which conditions must be met to obtain a patent. Swiss patent law is governed by the Federal Act on Patents for Inventions (PatA) and the associated Ordinance on Patents for Inventions […] more…