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As1 is a solution that unifies and streamlines global payroll operations. It works by connecting your HRIS, payroll systems, and other data sources into one centralized platform, transforming complex multi-country payroll processes into a simplified, standardized workflow.

The system handles the entire payroll cycle: automatically importing data from your HRIS, validating and transforming payroll information according to business rules, securely transferring data to local payroll providers, and consolidating results back into unified global reports. Through our proprietary Global Compensation Tree technology, As1 standardizes payroll data across all countries, enabling accurate global reporting and analytics despite varying local systems and currencies.

APPLIC8 provides payroll processing services through a comprehensive platform that combines automation with customizable features. Our solution stands out through several key differentiators:

Our system provides multilingual capabilities with a rules-based engine incorporating native payroll functions. We offer true retroactive calculations functionality and unlimited multi-calculations within the same period. The solution includes customizable drag-and-drop reporting tools and seamless integration capabilities with major HRIS and ERP/Finance systems.

Organizations benefit from full application setup autonomy, paperless processing, and a proactive error detection system. We’ve also incorporated an equity management module, four-eyes principle for enhanced accuracy, and comprehensive audit trail reporting.

APPLIC8’s Payroll Outsourcing service provides comprehensive management of your Swiss payroll operations. Our experienced team handles all aspects of payroll processing while ensuring compliance with Swiss regulations and providing you with real-time visibility into your payroll operations.

The APPLIC8 Time Management and Absence Tracking suite is a comprehensive workforce management solution accessible through both web and mobile platforms. This integrated solution addresses key operational challenges by providing automated time tracking, leave management, and workforce analytics in a single platform.
The solution encompasses several core functionalities:

• Time tracking and attendance management
• Leave request handling and approval workflows
• Employee schedule management
• Absence tracking and monitoring
• Real-time analytics and reporting
• Integration with payroll systems

The system eliminates manual processes, reduces administrative workload, and provides real-time visibility into your workforce operations, making it ideal for both office-based and remote work environments. By synchronizing all workforce data in real-time and allowing access from any device with an internet connection, it supports modern work arrangements while maintaining organizational efficiency.

Yes, APPLIC8 is Swissdec certified, ensuring compliance with Swiss payroll standards and regulations.

As1 is a solution that unifies and streamlines global payroll operations. It works by connecting your HRIS, payroll systems, and other data sources into one centralized platform, transforming complex multi-country payroll processes into a simplified, standardized workflow.

The system handles the entire payroll cycle: automatically importing data from your HRIS, validating and transforming payroll information according to business rules, securely transferring data to local payroll providers, and consolidating results back into unified global reports. Through our proprietary Global Compensation Tree technology, As1 standardizes payroll data across all countries, enabling accurate global reporting and analytics despite varying local systems and currencies.

No, we are not a global payroll provider. Applic8 is a technology company that developed As1, a unified global payroll solution that connects your existing HR systems and payroll providers. We work alongside your current payroll providers to streamline and automate your global payroll processes. As1 acts as a central hub that seamlessly integrates with the major payroll providers worldwide, allowing you to maintain your preferred local payroll solutions while gaining centralized control, standardized processes, and unified reporting across all countries.

As1 is designed to be fully flexible and can integrate bi-directionally with any HRIS platform, external payroll data sources, and payroll systems or providers. Unlike closed proprietary solutions, our technology allows for seamless connectivity across your entire payroll ecosystem. We have already established integrations with over 50 major local and global payroll providers, and our platform continues to expand its integration capabilities.

No. As1 is a non-intrusive solution that works alongside your existing systems and providers. You can maintain your current HRIS and payroll providers while implementing As1 to unify and automate your payroll processes. Our solution simply plugs into your existing ecosystem to enhance its efficiency and provide unified control.

As1 primarily serve multinational companies that manage payroll across multiple countries. Our typical users include payroll managers, HR directors, finance teams, and C-level executives who need centralized control and visibility over their global payroll operations. These stakeholders often face challenges with data management, compliance, and reporting across different countries and systems. As1 helps them streamline these processes, reduce manual work, and gain better insights into their global payroll landscape.

As1 implements multiple layers of security measures to protect data and maintain compliance.

Multi-factor authentication and encryption of data at rest and in transit ensure secure automated data flows between integrated systems. The system provides centralized control for monitoring all operations and automated validation of payroll transactions against corporate compliance rules.

Regarding GDPR and other regulations, As1 maintains data within appropriate jurisdictional boundaries, provides audit trails of data access and modifications, enables control over data retention and deletion, ensures data minimization through structured workflows, and allows configuration of access rights and permissions based on roles.

As1 helps our clients dealing with compliance with local payroll regulations through multiple layers.

The system provides automated data validation and transformation according to corporate business rules, while maintaining direct integration with local payroll systems and providers who maintain compliance at the country level. The centralized view of all payroll operations allows for monitoring and oversight, while pre-payroll orchestration validates and transforms base payroll data. Through its global view of all local data and results, As1 ensures comprehensive compliance tracking.

As1 simplifies global payroll management through automation and standardization of the entire payroll cycle. Our solution transforms complex, scattered processes into a streamlined workflow by automatically importing HR data, validating information against corporate rules, and securely distributing it to local payroll providers. It eliminates manual data entry and reconciliation, reducing errors and saving significant time.

The system creates a unified view of all payroll operations through our Global Compensation Tree technology, which standardizes payroll structures across countries. This enables accurate global reporting and analytics, providing real-time insights for better decision-making.

Yes. As1 provides comprehensive visibility and control across your entire global payroll landscape by unifying all your payroll operations into a single, cohesive system.

Through As1’s unified platform, you can monitor and manage payroll processes across all countries in real-time, ensuring standardized data flows between your HRIS and various payroll providers. The solution automatically validates and transforms payroll transactions according to your corporate business rules, significantly reducing errors and facilitating compliance.

One of As1’s key strengths is its ability to create a unified Global Compensation Tree that standardizes payroll structures across countries. This means you can easily compare payroll data between different regions and providers – essentially comparing “apples to apples.” You’ll have access to accurate global reporting regardless of varying systems and currencies.

As1 significantly simplifies global payroll management by acting as a central orchestration platform between your HR systems and various payroll providers. Instead of dealing with complex many-to-many integrations, As1 creates a standardized, single-flow process that handles all data exchanges automatically.

At its core, As1 transforms scattered payroll operations into a unified workflow. When employee data enters from your HRIS or other sources, As1 automatically validates and transforms this information according to your business rules before distributing it to the appropriate local payroll systems. This automation eliminates the need for manual data entry and reduces the risk of errors that often occur when managing multiple systems independently.

Yes. As1 reduces costs primarily by automating data gathering, validation, and preparation processes, which constitute the most significant hidden costs in payroll processing. The system eliminates manual data handling, reduces errors, and streamlines operations across multiple countries through automated data transfers and unified workflows.

Cost savings come from automated data transformation and validation, reduced time spent on compliance checks, simplified global reporting, decreased need for manual intervention in data transfers, streamlined communication between different systems and providers, and efficient management of payroll cycles.

As1 supports global expansion through its integration with 50+ global and local payroll providers and the ability to easily add or change payroll providers per country without disrupting existing operations. The system offers standardized data transfers and processing across all countries, built-in compliance management, and a unified global payroll database that handles multiple currencies.

The non-intrusive implementation allows you to keep existing local systems while providing automated data transformation to align with each country’s requirements. The Global Compensation Tree standardizes payroll structures across countries, enabling seamless connection between your HRIS and new country payroll systems.

Yes. As1 is designed to scale with your organization as it connects with any HRIS and payroll system/provider, has already integrated with over 50 major local and global payroll providers, and can easily add or change local payroll systems without disrupting operations. The system handles payroll operations regardless of varying systems, currencies, or countries, supports bi-directional integration with any data source, and adapts to different local legislative requirements while maintaining global standardization.

Yes. As1 provides centralized global reporting capabilities across all countries. The system consolidates payroll data from different countries, systems, and currencies into a unified database, allowing for accurate global reporting. You can generate comprehensive reports regardless of the varying payroll systems used in different locations.

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No. As1 is non-intrusive and non-disruptive. It works alongside your existing payroll systems and providers, acting as a control centre that orchestrates operations without disrupting local payroll processes. You can continue using your current payroll vendors while As1 handles the data flow, validation, and consolidation between systems.

The As1 implementation process follows a waves approach, where integration and configuration are rolled out in manageable phases, focusing on specific regions or processes first to ensure smooth adoption and minimize disruptions, before scaling globally for full optimization.

The implementation process of As1 begins with a thorough analysis of your current systems and workflows, followed by seamless integration using our smart connectors, tailored configuration to fit your unique needs, and comprehensive training and support to ensure a smooth transition and optimal utilization.

As1 offers three scalable pricing plans tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses:

Baseline Plan: ideal for companies seeking essential features to manage global payroll efficiently, by unifing their payrolls and leveraging powerful global reporting and GL posting. Simplify your payroll processes with a streamlined setup that provides employee self-service and basic HRIS connectivity for smooth data access.

Intermediate Plan: in addition to the baseline, this plan transforms your global payroll by ensuring a controlled and validated end-to-end flow of data through a comprehensive data integration from HRIS and other systems. Benefit from advanced data validation, consolidation, and transformation to increase data accuracy and a seamless experience across your global payroll operations.

Advanced Plan: in addition to the intermediate, this plan unlocks the full potential of your payroll process with enhanced automations, workflows, and AI-powered insights. Access compliance dashboards and predictive analytics to drive accuracy and efficiency, giving you greater control over payroll cycles and strategic decision-making.

APPLIC8 provides payroll processing services through a comprehensive platform that combines automation with customizable features. Our solution stands out through several key differentiators:

Our system provides multilingual capabilities with a rules-based engine incorporating native payroll functions. We offer true retroactive calculations functionality and unlimited multi-calculations within the same period. The solution includes customizable drag-and-drop reporting tools and seamless integration capabilities with major HRIS and ERP/Finance systems.

Organizations benefit from full application setup autonomy, paperless processing, and a proactive error detection system. We’ve also incorporated an equity management module, four-eyes principle for enhanced accuracy, and comprehensive audit trail reporting.

Our system automatically manages all mandatory social insurance contributions including:

• AHV/AVS (Old Age and Survivors’ Insurance)
• IV/AI (Disability Insurance)
• EO/APG (Loss of Earnings Insurance)
• ALV/AC (Unemployment Insurance)
• UVG/LAA (Accident Insurance)
• BVG/LPP (Occupational Pension)

For tax management, the system:

• Calculates source tax for foreign workers as well as swiss workers
• Handles monthly withholding tax reporting
• Generates annual salary certificates (certificate de salaire/Lohnausweis)
• Ensures compliance with canton-specific regulations and rates
• Maintains Swissdec certified standards

The system automatically updates when there are regulatory changes to contribution rates or thresholds.

APPLIC8 ensures compliance through multiple mechanisms:

• Swissdec certification, guaranteeing adherence to official Swiss payroll standards
• Rules-based engine with built-in Swiss payroll functions
• Audit trail reporting for complete transparency and documentation
• 4-eyes principle implementation for enhanced accuracy and verification
• Automated compliance checks and proactive error detection
• Regular updates to reflect the latest Swiss regulatory requirements
• Dedicated team of Swiss payroll experts monitoring regulatory changes
• Customizable accounting interfaces aligned with Swiss requirements
• Secure data handling in accordance with Swiss data protection laws

As a Swissdec certified solution, APPLIC8 maintains constant compliance with Swiss regulations. Our team monitors legislative changes and updates the system accordingly to ensure your payroll always remains compliant. System updates incorporating new labour laws are implemented automatically, at no additional cost to our clients.

Yes. APPLIC8’s payroll system can handle multiple employment contracts within Switzerland. Our rules-based engine supports unlimited multiple calculations within the same period, accommodating various employment arrangements and contract types. The system is Swissdec certified and fully compliant with Swiss payroll regulations.

We manage all aspects of expatriate and foreign employee payroll including:

• Cross-border taxation compliance
• Source tax calculations and deductions
• Benefits and allowances specific to expatriate packages
• Multi-currency payment processing
• Documentation in English, French, German, or Italian
• Management of posted worker notifications
• Application of bilateral social security agreements
• Generation of Swiss salary certificates and tax documents

All processing is fully compliant with Swiss labor law, social security requirements, and international agreements while maintaining the same high level of automation and reporting available to local employees.

Our comprehensive security infrastructure includes:

• State-of-the-art hosting infrastructure
• Multi-factor authentication
• Data encryption
• Regular and rigorous data backups
• Strict data confidentiality protocols
• Audit trail reporting capability
• 4-eyes principle implementation
• Secure hosting within Switzerland
• Comprehensive compliance with Swiss data protection regulations

Our system provides extensive reporting options across four main categories:

1. Payroll Reports
   • Monthly/annual salary statements
   • Salary certificates
   • Social insurance declarations
   • Tax at source statements
   • Wage statistics (BFS)
2. Financial Reports
   • Labor cost analysis
   • Department cost allocation
   • Accounting reconciliation reports
   • Bank payment files
3. HR Analytics
   • Headcount reports
   • Employee turnover analysis
   • Absence tracking
   • Overtime statistics
4. Compliance Reports
   • Audit trail reports
   • Social security compliance
   • Tax compliance verification
   • Swissdec certified reports

Our system addresses errors and corrections through a multi-layered approach:

1. Proactive Error Detection: Our system automatically identifies potential errors before they occur through built-in validation checks.
2. True Retroactive Calculations: When corrections are needed, our system can automatically recalculate past payrolls and adjust current payments accordingly.
3. 4-Eyes Principle: All payroll changes and corrections undergo a dual verification process, requiring two separate approvers before implementation.
4. Audit Trail Reporting: All corrections are documented in detail, maintaining a complete record of changes for compliance and transparency.
5. In case of errors:
   • Immediate notification to relevant parties
   • Swift implementation of corrections
   • Automatic adjustment in the next payroll cycle
   • Documentation of all changes for audit purposes

APPLIC8 simplifies payroll processing through:

• Automated calculations and data entry elimination
• Drag-and-drop reporting tool for easy report creation
• Multilingual interface supporting multiple languages
• Paperless processing of all payroll documents
• Direct integration with major HRIS and ERP/Finance systems
• Rules-based engine that automates payroll functions
• Proactive error detection system to catch mistakes early
• Multiple calculations possible within the same period
• True retroactive calculation capabilities
• Complete autonomy in application setup and configuration
• Built-in Swiss compliance and Swissdec certification

Yes. APPLIC8 offers extensive customization options including:

• Custom deductions
• Personalized reporting
• Flexible system setup to match your organization’s structure
• Rules-based engine adaptable to your requirements
• Multiple calculation options within the same period
• Customizable accounting interfaces
• Integration capabilities with major HRIS and ERP/Finance systems

APPLIC8’s Payroll Outsourcing service provides comprehensive management of your Swiss payroll operations. Our experienced team handles all aspects of payroll processing while ensuring compliance with Swiss regulations and providing you with real-time visibility into your payroll operations.

Our outsourcing service offers significant benefits:

Time and Cost Benefits:

• Time savings of up to 30% by eliminating manual payroll tasks
• Elimination of in-house payroll staff expenses
• No need to invest in payroll software and maintenance
• Reduced training costs
• Lower risk of costly compliance errors and penalties
• Streamlined processes reducing administrative overhead

Operational Benefits:

• Guaranteed compliance with Swiss payroll regulations
• Enhanced security features including data encryption and multi-factor authentication
• Access to comprehensive reporting and analytics tools
• Accurate and timely employee payments
• Professional handling of complex payroll requirements
• Freedom to focus on core business activities

We manage your payroll through:

• Accurate calculations and timely filing handled by our experienced team
• Full compliance with Swiss regulations
• Automated processing to eliminate manual calculations
• Proactive error detection system
• Swissdec-certified processes
• 4-eyes principle for quality control
• Comprehensive audit trail reporting
• Multi-calculation capabilities within the same period
• True retroactive calculations when needed
• Secure data handling with encryption and multi-factor authentication
• Regular data backups
• Real-time access to payroll metrics and reports
• Integration with major HRIS and ERP/Finance systems

Yes. With our outsourcing service, you maintain full access to:

• Real-time payroll metrics
• Labor cost tracking
• Customizable reports through our drag-and-drop reporting tool
• Audit trail reports
• Custom reports based on your specific needs

These insights remain available through our secure platform, allowing you to maintain visibility and make data-driven decisions while outsourcing your payroll operations.

We protect your data through:

• State-of-the-art hosting facilities
• Multi-factor authentication systems
• Regular data backups
• Data encryption protocols
• Strict access controls
• Adherence to Swiss data protection regulations
• 4-eyes principle implementation
• Regular security audits and updates

Yes. As part of our payroll services, we handle comprehensive year-end reporting and filing requirements including:

• Annual salary certificates
• Social insurance declarations
• Tax at source statements
• Swissdec certified reporting
• Yearly reconciliation reports
• Generation and distribution of employee tax documents

Our system automatically generates required documentation and our team ensures timely submission while maintaining compliance with Swiss regulations.

Yes, APPLIC8 is Swissdec certified, ensuring compliance with Swiss payroll standards and regulations.

Yes. APPLIC8 offers easy interfacing capabilities with major HRIS and ERP/Finance systems. The system includes customizable accounting interfaces to ensure smooth integration with your existing infrastructure.

Yes, you can request a demo to see how our Swiss payroll solutions work in action.

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Our sales representatives are available during Swiss business hours and are ready to discuss your specific Swiss payroll needs, whether for processing or outsourcing solutions.

The APPLIC8 Time Management and Absence Tracking suite is a comprehensive workforce management solution accessible through both web and mobile platforms. This integrated solution addresses key operational challenges by providing automated time tracking, leave management, and workforce analytics in a single platform.
The solution encompasses several core functionalities:

• Time tracking and attendance management
• Leave request handling and approval workflows
• Employee schedule management
• Absence tracking and monitoring
• Real-time analytics and reporting
• Integration with payroll systems

The system eliminates manual processes, reduces administrative workload, and provides real-time visibility into your workforce operations, making it ideal for both office-based and remote work environments. By synchronizing all workforce data in real-time and allowing access from any device with an internet connection, it supports modern work arrangements while maintaining organizational efficiency.

Our solution transforms traditional time tracking through a comprehensive digital approach. Employees can log their time through our web platform or mobile apps, with automated calculations of working hours. Managers gain real-time visibility of attendance through a centralized dashboard, eliminating the need for manual tracking and spreadsheets.

The system provides automated time logging, digital clock-in/clock-out functionality, and real-time monitoring capabilities. By integrating directly with payroll, it ensures accurate processing of time-based compensation while providing analytics to monitor attendance patterns.

Our absence management system provides comprehensive leave management capabilities:

For Employees:

• Digital submission of leave requests through web or mobile platforms
• Real-time view of leave balances across different leave types
• Ability to upload supporting documents when required
• Status tracking of submitted requests

For Managers:

• Automated approval workflows
• Team calendar views showing scheduled absences
• Real-time analytics on absence patterns
• Compliance monitoring with labor regulations

The system handles all types of leave including vacation, sick leave, and maternity/paternity leave, with automatic balance updates and direct synchronization to payroll for accurate leave payments.

Our solution supports global operations through several key features:

Compliance Management:

• Adaptation to country-specific labor laws
• Configurable leave types based on local requirements
• Automatic calculation of leave entitlements per jurisdiction
• Built-in compliance checks for working hours and rest periods

Cross-Border Functionality:

• Multi-language interface support
• Standardized processes across locations
• Country-specific public holiday calendars
• Location-specific policies and rules

Global Reporting:

• Cross-location absence analysis
• Country-specific compliance reporting
• Unified view of global workforce data
• Multi-currency support for time-based compensation

Our system maintains compliance through automated tracking and validation:

• Built-in rules enforce minimum leave requirements and maximum working hours
• Automatic updates to reflect changes in labour laws
• Real-time monitoring of compliance-related metrics
• Standardized approval workflows that follow regulatory requirements
• Comprehensive audit trails for compliance verification
• Automated alerts for potential compliance issues

The solution is available through:

Web Platform:

• Full system access through any modern web browser
• Complete functionality for both managers and employees
• Real-time synchronization with mobile apps

Mobile Applications:

• Native apps for both iOS and Android devices
• Full feature parity with web platform
• Secure remote access capabilities
• Real-time notifications and updates

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect sensitive workforce data:

Technical Security:

• Industry-standard encryption for data transmission and storage
• Multi-factor authentication
• Role-based access control
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Secure Swiss-based data centres

Compliance:

• Adherence to GDPR and Swiss data protection regulations
• Regular compliance audits
• Automated system monitoring
• Comprehensive audit logging

Data Protection:

• Regular encrypted backups
• Disaster recovery protocols
• SSL/TLS encryption for all communications
• Strict access controls based on user roles

Our solution provides comprehensive analytics across several key areas:

Workforce Analytics:

• Working hours by employee and department
• Attendance patterns and trends
• Overtime analysis
• Resource allocation insights

Absence Analytics:

• Leave usage patterns
• Absenteeism rates and trends
• Department-wise absence overview
• Future availability forecasting

Compliance Reports:

• Working time compliance monitoring
• Break time adherence
• Overtime tracking
• Leave entitlement verification

All reports can be customized by date range, department, or employee, providing the insights needed for effective workforce management decisions.

The system provides direct integration with the APPLIC8 Payroll Suite, enabling seamless data synchronization and automated payroll processing based on time and absence data. For integration with other HRIS systems, our technical team can evaluate specific requirements and discuss integration possibilities.

The system automatically synchronizes all time and absence data with the APPLIC8 Payroll Suite, ensuring accurate processing of:

• Regular working hours
• Overtime calculations
• Leave payments
• Time-based allowances
• Absence-related deductions

This integration eliminates manual data transfer and reduces the risk of payroll errors.

Yes, our solution scales effectively for organizations of any size. The cloud-based system automatically adapts to your workforce size without requiring additional infrastructure. Whether managing 10 or 1000+ employees, the system maintains consistent performance and functionality while keeping all data synchronized across the platform.

No. Our system is designed for non-disruptive implementation alongside your existing processes. The platform can be implemented gradually, with our integration team ensuring a smooth transition that doesn’t impact daily operations. The system adapts to your current workflows while introducing automation to enhance efficiency.

We welcome the opportunity to demonstrate how our Time Management and Absence Tracking suite can benefit your organization. Contact our team to discuss your specific needs and see the system in action.