Category: Mass dismissal

Leading Through Terminations Rather Than Just Managing Them – Why Leadership Is Decided Right Here

In many companies, separation management is well-established from a formal standpoint, yet many separations often fail because of leadership issues…

Why standardized reorganizations and mass layoffs often fail

Many reorganizations and mass redundancies are structurally well planned. Nevertheless, many of these projects...

Mastering mass redundancies: legally compliant, fair - and humane

An article by Michael Hasler in HR Profi Mass redundancies are also a reality in Switzerland. This makes it all the more important for companies to ensure that such processes are not only legally compliant, but also fair and empathetic. In his article in HR Profi, Michael Hasler, Managing Director of newplace AG, shows what is important here. The basis for this is the Swiss Code of Obligations (Art. 335d [...]

Change with vision: Successful restructuring with empathy and planning

An article by Michelle Ballmer and Michael Hasler in HR Profi In a time of rapid change, many companies are faced with the challenging task of transforming their personnel structures for the future as part of comprehensive downsizing programs. Such restructurings are far more than just business and organizational challenges - they have a profound impact on the reality of work and the lives of [...]

Do you take the duty to consult seriously?

In difficult economic times, many companies are forced to restructure or consider mass redundancies. Particular caution is required here, as clear legal requirements apply in Switzerland - first and foremost the obligation to consult with employees, regulated in Article 335f ff. of the Swiss Code of Obligations (CO). What does this mean in concrete terms? Before notices of termination can be issued, [...]

Mass redundancies in Switzerland: implementing the consultation procedure correctly

In economically challenging times, companies are often faced with the difficult decision to cut jobs. If a large number of redundancies are made, this is referred to as a collective redundancy - and this is clearly regulated by law in Switzerland. When does a mass redundancy occur? According to Art. 335d et seq. of the Swiss Code of Obligations (OR), a mass dismissal is deemed to have occurred if, within [...]

Stakeholder involvement: the key to successful separation management

A stakeholder analysis is a crucial tool in separation processes. It makes it possible to identify all relevant interest groups and incorporate their needs into the process.

Not to be forgotten: The Survivors

Many stakeholders are often taken into account in separation management, but the focus is usually on those directly affected and the decision-makers. The remaining employees (survivors) often receive too little attention, even though they are crucial to the company's success, especially in times of crisis.

Mass redundancies - they are on the increase again.

We are currently experiencing an increasing number of large-scale job cuts in various sectors, also known colloquially as mass redundancies. We are aware that redundancy processes are extremely difficult, especially when many employees are affected at the same time.

"Survivors" are often forgotten during reorganization measures

There are many stakeholders in severance management, and the focus is usually on those directly affected, the line managers and HR decision-makers. However, redundancies are also drastic experiences for the remaining employees (survivors).