Co-founder and Managing Director of axelity ag | Product strategist of the Swiss signing solution actaSIGN®
Thomas Moretti writes on the actaSIGN blog about electronic signatures, their legal framework in Switzerland and the DACH region, and the digitalisation of contract processes. As co-founder and Managing Director of axelity ag, he is responsible for the product strategy of actaSIGN®.
The articles provide general orientation and do not constitute legal advice.
Signing a contract for work digitally: when SES or AES suffices, when a Swiss QES is required, and what the 2026 construction-defect reform changes.
Signing a rental agreement digitally: when SES or AES is enough, when a Swiss QES is required, and which official forms remain — status 2026.
Which HR documents in Switzerland can be signed with SES, AES or QES, where the statutory written form applies, and how the written-form clause changes everything.
Sign contracts and documents online — legally valid in Switzerland, Germany and Austria. What applies, which signature level fits, and how it works.
The qualified electronic signature (QES) is equivalent to a handwritten signature. When QES is required, when AES is enough — and how to create a QES.
Which HR documents in Germany can be signed with SES, AES, QES or still require handwritten paper signatures, with practical guidance and legal bases.
Paper and postage cost CHF 3–4. The true price of a paper contract in Switzerland is around CHF 58 — and 78% of that is labour time. The full breakdown.
Which e-signature provider suits Swiss businesses? What to look for — and why actaSIGN stands out with transparent pricing, included signatures, and personal support.
Digital signature or electronic signature? Learn the difference, the legal framework in Switzerland, and which solution fits your business.
Many companies digitize inefficient processes as-is. Why real digitalization starts with simplification — and what role the right signature level plays.
The legal framework for electronic signatures in Switzerland and the EU: ZertES, eIDAS and eIDAS 2.0, levels of assurance, recognition between Switzerland and the EU, and what it means for businesses.
Healthcare is short tens of thousands of professionals. At the same time, paper-based processes slow down onboarding. Why digital signatures are an underestimated lever.
The revised eIDAS Regulation introduces the EU Digital Identity Wallet by end of 2026. What does this mean for businesses in Germany, Austria and Switzerland?
Which e-signature provider fits German businesses? We compare actaSIGN, Skribble, DeepSign and DocuSign — focusing on eIDAS, data protection and pricing.
Sign contracts between Switzerland, Germany, Austria and Liechtenstein digitally — legal frameworks, practical guidance and tips for cross-border signatures.
Electronic signatures in Germany are governed by the eIDAS Regulation and BGB §126a. Learn about the three signature levels and when QES is required.
Learn the difference between SES, AES, and QES – the three levels of electronic signatures. Find out which signature type meets your requirements under Swiss and EU law.