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Practical articles on compliance, time tracking, whistleblowing channels and SME digitalisation. Updated regularly.
FEATURED Top 10 mistakes when implementing HR software in an SME
The 10 most common mistakes when digitalising HR in a Spanish SME and how to avoid them. Step-by-step implementation checklist.
Remote Work in Spain 2026: Legal Obligations and Software to Comply
Ley 10/2021 updated for 2026: when a remote work agreement is mandatory, expenses to reimburse and software that manages it automatically.
Time tracking in hospitality: a practical guide for restaurants and hotels
How to manage clock-in in hospitality without the pain: split shifts, multi-site, Labour Inspection and recommended software for 2026.
Time tracking in manufacturing and workshops: rotating shifts and collective agreements
Guide to clocking in for manufacturing and workshops: 24/7 rotating shifts, metal and construction agreements, overtime and 2026 compliance.
Biometric contract signing: what it is and how to roll it out in your SME
Complete guide to biometric signing of employment contracts: eIDAS legal validity, how it works, benefits and how to roll it out in 48 hours.
Clocking in with your phone: is it legal and does it meet the new 2026 rules?
We settle whether clocking in with your phone is legal in Spain in 2026, what the app must comply with and how to avoid Inspección de Trabajo penalties.
How to migrate from Excel to HR software without losing data in 2026
Step-by-step guide to migrate people management from Excel to modern HR software, without losing information and in under 72 hours.
Penalties for failing to comply with time tracking in 2026: updated table
Updated 2026 penalty table for breaching time-record rules: from €751 to €10,000 per employee. What the Labour Inspectorate checks and how to avoid it.
Factorial Alternatives in 2026: Pricing and Features for SMEs
Updated April 2026 guide to the main Factorial alternatives in Spain: real pricing, lock-in periods and features for SMEs.
How much does HR software cost for a Spanish SME in 2026?
Real HR software prices for SMEs in Spain (2026): from €2/employee to €15. Comparison, cost factors and an ROI calculator.
Mandatory whistleblowing channel: which companies need one and what the penalties are
2026 guide to the mandatory whistleblowing channel: which companies are obliged under Ley 2/2023, deadlines, penalties and how to set one up in 48 hours.
New digital clock-in law 2026: what it requires and how to comply
Complete guide to Spain's new digital clock-in law 2026: technical requirements, banned methods, penalties and how to comply in under 48h.
It Takes Two to Argue, Unless LAPSO Says Otherwise
See how LapsoWork's audit and traceability module logs every communication and prevents workplace disputes with objective, irrefutable evidence.
LapsoWork launches, and it's here to stay
LapsoWork arrives: HR software for Spanish SMEs — time tracking, payroll, holidays and shifts in one platform. Get started in under 10 minutes.
Turbulent Times LapsoWork Will Help You Weather
Uncertainty, remote work and new labour rules: see how HR software helps your SME stay in control through turbulent times.
LapsoWork drives innovation with the rollout of the R&D&I Project «Verso 20»
LapsoWork rolls out the R&D&I Project Verso 20: pseudonymisation, AI and workplace wellbeing to measure SME productivity without compromising privacy.
Penalties for not having a whistleblowing channel
Penalties for not having a whistleblowing channel under Ley 2/2023: fines of up to 1 million euros, types of infringements and how to avoid them in your SME.
Whistleblowing channel and data protection: how to comply with the RGPD
2026 guide to reconciling the mandatory whistleblowing channel with the RGPD: confidentiality, retention periods, data access and the DPO's role in your SME.
Whistleblowing channel management: who runs it and what responsibilities it carries
How to manage the whistleblowing channel under Ley 2/2023: who should be the system officer, requirements, the 7-day and 3-month deadlines and best practices.
Whistleblowing channel procedure: a step-by-step guide for companies
How to define the whistleblowing channel procedure under Ley 2/2023: investigation and resolution phases, deadlines, conflicts of interest and the findings report.
Whistleblowing channel protocol: what it is and how to write it step by step
Learn what the whistleblowing channel protocol required by Ley 2/2023 is, what it must include and how to roll it out step by step in your company in 2026.
Whistleblowing Directive: what it is and how to comply in your company
What the Whistleblowing Directive (EU 2019/1937) is, who Ley 2/2023 obliges, deadlines, requirements and how to set up a reporting channel in your SME.
Ley 2/2023 whistleblowing channel: what it requires and how to comply
Practical guide to the Ley 2/2023 whistleblowing channel: purpose, scope, requirements and deadlines so your SME complies without penalties.
Mandatory whistleblowing channel: which companies need one under the law
2026 guide to the mandatory whistleblowing channel: which companies are required by Ley 2/2023, deadlines, fines up to 1 million and how to set it up.
What is a whistleblowing channel and how does it work in your company?
What a whistleblowing channel is, what Ley 2/2023 requires, who is obliged to have one, how it works and the penalties for not having it. A practical guide for SMEs.
Functional organisational chart: what it is and how to create it step by step
Learn what a functional organisational chart is, what it's for and how to create one in your SME step by step. Benefits, example and differences with the structural chart.
Time tracking comparison: Factorial HR vs LapsoWork
We compare time tracking in Factorial HR and LapsoWork in 2026: clock-in, features, legal compliance, price and ease of use for SMEs.
App to sign documents: 2026 comparison for businesses
Comparison of apps to sign documents at work: DocuSign, SigningHub, PDFelement and LapsoWork. eIDAS legal validity and which to choose in 2026.
Document management systems: frequently asked questions
What a document management system is, what it's for and how to choose the right one for your SME. The most common questions answered in 2026.
Software as a Service (SaaS): how does it help HR in an SME?
What software as a service (SaaS) is and how an HR SaaS helps your SME clock in, manage holidays and payroll, and comply with the law without installing anything.
Most used payroll software in Spain (2026)
A comparison of the most used payroll software in Spain in 2026: A3Nom, Nominasol, Sage and more. Pricing, features and which to pick for your SME.
How Woffu works: a practical guide to the HR software
What Woffu is and how its HR software works: time tracking, holidays and shifts explained step by step for Spanish SMEs in 2026.
How to create work schedules: a practical guide for SMEs
Learn how to create work schedules step by step: shift planning, dividing up working hours and building legal rotas without wasting hours in Excel.
Five-shift schedule: what it is, examples and how to build the rota
A practical guide to the five-shift schedule (5x2 pattern): what it is, rotation examples, working hours and rest periods, and how to build the rota hassle-free.
Rotating shift work schedule: a practical guide for SMEs
Learn what rotating shifts are, the most common patterns (6x2, 5x2, 4x3) and how to build a rotating shift work schedule without mistakes.
How to create a shift schedule step by step
Learn how to build a work shift schedule from scratch: what it is, legal requirements, steps for rotating shifts and how to do it in Excel or with software.
Recording working hours: paper or digital? Frequently asked questions
Time record on paper or digital? We answer the common questions: what it is, how long to keep it and which method best meets the 2026 rules.
Apps to clock in at work: 2026 comparison
We compare the best apps to clock in at work in 2026: time tracking, geolocation, legal reports and what to check before choosing one for your SME.
Ways to clock in at work: 6 methods and which one meets the law
Discover the 6 ways to clock in at work (biometrics, mobile app, QR, card...) and which one meets the time-tracking rules in force in 2026.
The obligation to clock in at work: everything you need to know in 2026
Is clocking in at work compulsory? We explain who must record working hours, the exceptions, how to do it right and the penalties updated for 2026.
Employee time tracking: the law, your obligations and FAQs
Everything about mandatory time recording in Spain: what the law says, employer obligations, updated penalties and how to comply without the hassle.
Breach of working hours: penalties for the employee and the company
Which penalties apply for breaching working hours: for the employee (Estatuto art. 54 and 58) and the company for failing to keep time records. 2026 guide.
Who pays for sick leave due to a workplace accident?
Who pays for sick leave after a workplace accident: the company, the mutua or the Social Security? We explain delegated payment, how much you're paid and the 2025 timeframes.
Who pays for maternity leave?
Does the company or Social Security pay for maternity leave? We explain who covers the benefit, how long it lasts and how to manage it in your SME in 2026.
Who pays for sick leave? A guide for employers and employees
Who pays for sick leave? We explain who covers each stage, the first 3 days, the benefit percentages and how to manage it in your SME.
Permanent seasonal contract: what it is and frequently asked questions
What the permanent seasonal contract is, how long it lasts, how the recall works and what obligations the company has. Practical guide for SMEs.
Temporary contract for production circumstances: updated 2026 guide
What the production circumstances contract is after the labour reform, how long it can last, when to use it and how to avoid penalties in your SME.
How to calculate severance pay for dismissal: a practical guide for SMEs
Learn how to calculate severance pay for dismissal in Spain: the formula, days per year by type of dismissal, monthly salary caps and worked examples.
Types of dismissal in Spain: a practical guide for SMEs
Types of dismissal in Spain in 2026: disciplinary, objective and collective. Grounds, severance pay and the difference between fair, unfair and null dismissal.
Recruitment tools: the technology that speeds up your hiring processes
Discover the key recruitment tools to automate job postings, assess candidates and manage the paperwork of your hiring processes in an SME.
What is a 360-degree performance appraisal for?
Discover what a 360-degree performance appraisal is, what it is for and how to roll it out in your SME to measure competencies and boost team performance.
How to reduce employee turnover in your company
A practical guide to reducing employee turnover in an SME: 8 real talent retention strategies and how to measure staff attrition in 2026.
Team building: activities for companies that actually work
Team building ideas and activities for companies: sports, getaways, icebreakers, challenge-based dynamics and virtual team building.
How to motivate employees: 10 practical tips for SMEs
Learn how to motivate employees in your SME with 10 practical strategies: recognition, incentives, flexibility, remote work and real company examples.
People and team management: what it is and how to do it well in your SME
What people and team management is and how to do it well in an SME: objectives, motivation, communication and the tools that make it work.
Human resources metrics: the KPIs every SME should track
A practical guide to the human resources metrics (KPIs) that help SMEs measure turnover, absenteeism, retention and cost of hire.
Human Resources Competencies in a Company
Discover the 5 key human resources competencies in a company: analysis, strategic decision-making, people management, communication and technical mastery.
How Is a Human Resources Department Organised?
Discover how a Human Resources department is organised, its key functions and how to structure it in an SME even without a dedicated HR team.
How to plan a company holiday calendar
Practical guide to organising your company holiday calendar: when it's set, who chooses the dates and how to manage it without conflicts or Excel.
Employer-imposed holidays: are they legal and how are they managed?
Can your employer impose holiday dates? Find out what article 38 of the Estatuto de los Trabajadores says, the notice periods and how to plan without conflicts.
Holiday days per month worked: how to calculate them
How many holiday days do you accrue per month worked in Spain? We explain the calculation using the 2.5 calendar-day rule, with examples and what the law says.
Do holidays carry over from one year to the next?
Can annual leave be carried over from one year to the next in Spain? We explain what the Estatuto de los Trabajadores says, when you can roll it over and how to avoid losing it.
Remote work tools: a practical guide for SMEs
The best remote work tools for 2026: communication, files, project management and HR so your SME can work remotely without friction.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Remote Working
Advantages and disadvantages of remote working for SMEs in 2026: efficiency, work-life balance and talent versus cybersecurity and switching off. A practical look.
How to Record Working Hours When Remote Working?
A practical guide to complying with time recording in remote work: what Ley 10/2021 requires, how to track hours remotely and with which software.
How to implement remote work in a company
Practical guide to implementing remote work in your SME in 2026: agreement, tools, training, time tracking and clear objectives, step by step.
Remote work law in Spain: what it says and what it requires you to do
A clear guide to the remote work law in Spain (Ley 10/2021): definition, when it applies, mandatory agreement, penalties and employee rights.
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