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Electronic signatures have become an essential part of any company's digitalization strategy. There are plenty of reasons to make the switch: first, electronic signatures are much more efficient, thanks to faster processing times and lower costs. They also avoid the need for constant trips back and forth between printer, scanner, and post office. They enable documents to be signed securely anywhere, at any time.

However, there is a fundamental difference between how digital signatures are interpreted and handwritten signatures. Unlike handwritten signatures, the authenticity of a secure electronic signature is not based on its visual appearance but on the associated **electronic certificate** provided by the Trusted Service Provider.

If the concept is still unclear to some, this article explains how 2.0 signatures work and their legal value.

### 3 types of electronic signatures and their legal value

**a. Simple Electronic Signature (SES)**

The SES is the basic level of electronic signature. It is generally used for documents where the risk of liability is low. For example, the minutes of an informal team meeting can be signed with a SES. Its legal value is recognized, but it does not provide a strong identification of the signatory or a guarantee of the document's integrity.

**b. Advanced Electronic Signature (AES)**

The AES offers a higher level of security than the previous one. It is uniquely linked to the signatory using a pre-registered cell phone number. Project meeting minutes, where details are more critical, may require an AES. This signature ensures better traceability and is widely recognized by law.

**c. Qualified Electronic Signature (QES)**

The QES is the most secure form of electronic signature. It is based on a qualified certificate and a secure signature creation device issued by a Trusted Service Provider (TSP). This registration must be carried out beforehand, on an online platform or in person, to guarantee maximum security. For important or sensitive meetings, such as boards of directors or general assemblies, where decisions have significant legal and financial implications, the QES is generally required. It is recognized as the only form of electronic signature equivalent to a handwritten signature under the European Union's eIDAS regulation and the Swiss federal law on electronic signatures (ESigA).

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### Qualified Electronic Signature (QES): the ultimate in security

The QES represents the ultimate in security and trust in the field of electronic signatures. It requires rigorous identity verification and is generated via a secure device. To use a QES, the signatory must obtain a qualified certificate from a Trusted Service Provider, such as Swisscom. This certificate contains verified data on the identity of the signatory.

A QES is therefore always personal and cannot be repudiated. This means that in cases where the law requires a handwritten signature for a document, this can be substituted by a QES. Companies operating in highly regulated environments can opt for the QES as their standard signature method, to ensure they meet compliance requirements.

**3. How to use the QES**

To set up a QES, follow these steps:

- Choose a certified trusted service provider. In this case, WEDO is working with Swisscom, whose service covers the whole of Europe and meets the legal requirements of the European eIDAS regulation and the Swiss federal ESigA law.
- Have your identity verified. You can validate your identity online, or by visiting an authorized Swisscom shop. Visit [this page](https://srsident.trustservices.swisscom.com/en/) for more information on the various registration options.
- Get your qualified certificate.
- In your WEDO network, create your signature on first use and validate it by uploading your qualified certificate.
- Sign the document in one click.

### How does a Qualified Electronic Signature work?

From a technical point of view, a QES is generated using asymmetric cryptography. For each signature, there is a public key, enabling anyone to verify the signature, and a private key, reserved exclusively for the signatory. This private key can only be activated and used by obtaining a certificate, issued by a Trusted Service Provider as mentioned above. The certificate issuer guarantees, through certified technical and organizational procedures, that only the applicant may use the private signature key in connection with the certificate.

The certificate attests to the identity of the signatory, while the signature itself indicates the time of signing and guarantees the integrity of the document, ensuring that the PDF has not undergone any modification after signing.

With WEDO, this technical complexity goes unnoticed by users, since all external steps are integrated into the platform to ensure a straightforward process.

### Do e-signatures comply with data protection laws for Swiss and European companies?

The legal value of the QES is guaranteed by the Trusted Service Provider (TSP), Swisscom, which, as the issuer of the certificate, is regularly audited and certified by a government agency.

WEDO not only guarantees robust security, but also ensures the most comprehensive data protection thanks to its qualified electronic signatures. WEDO fully complies with the requirements imposed by the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) as well as the Swiss Federal Data Protection Act (DPA). WEDO's hosting service benefits from ISO 27001 certification, with the exclusive location of its servers in Switzerland, guaranteeing a level of security comparable to that of Swiss banking institutions.

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The use of electronic signatures for reports and minutes: a complete guide to their legal value

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Determining compliance with the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) or the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) depends on several factors related to your company's business. Here are some guidelines to help you determine which regulations your company must comply with:

## If your company is based in Switzerland:

- **FADP:** All Swiss-based companies must comply with the FADP when processing personal data. The FADP is the main data protection legislation in Switzerland. It aims to protect the privacy of individuals by regulating the way in which personal data is processed by private entities and federal authorities.

## If your company operates within the EU or offers services to EU residents:

- **RGPD:** The RGPD applies to all companies that process personal data of EU residents, regardless of where the company is based. This includes Swiss companies that offer goods or services to people in the EU or monitor their behavior (e.g. online tracking of their activities within the EU).

### Key points for determining compliance:

**1. Location of your company:** If your company is based in Switzerland and does not process data from EU residents, you will mainly need to comply with the FADP.
**2. Target audience:** If your company targets or provides services to EU residents, you must comply with the GDPR, in addition to the FADP.
**3. Personal data processing:** Assess the nature of the data processing carried out by your company. If the processing includes data from EU residents, the GDPR applies.
**4. Presence in the EU:** Having a physical presence or legal representatives in the EU to process personal data also implies compliance with the GDPR.

Compliance with the FADP and the GDPR are not contradictory. In many cases, Swiss companies interacting with EU residents need to ensure that they comply with both the FADP and the GDPR. A clear understanding of your business model and data processing operations is essential to determine specific regulatory obligations.

## Differences between FADP and GDPR:

Although their objectives are similar, there are several key differences between the two regulations:

**1. Consent:**
    - **GDPR**: requires explicit and clear consent from individuals for the processing of their personal data for one or more specific purposes.
    - **FADP:** consent is only required when it serves to justify data processing that infringes on personality. For example, if sensitive data is communicated to third parties, or if the data is reused in campaigns. Consent should not be confused with the duty to inform, which applies prior to consent. The duty to inform applies even when personal data is not collected directly from the data subject, but via third parties (art. 19, para. 1, FADP).
    
**2. Individual rights:**
    - **GDPR**: offers extensive rights to individuals, including the right to be forgotten, the right to data portability, and the right of access and rectification.
    - **FADP:** provides similar rights, but there may be nuances in how these rights can be exercised. For example, the data controller may now refuse, restrict or defer the communication of information when the request for access is manifestly unfounded or procedural. (art. 26, para. 1, let. c, FADP).
    
**3. Data breaches:**
    - **GDPR**: companies must notify data breaches to the supervisory authorities within 72 hours of their discovery, and, in some cases, to the individuals affected.
    - **FADP**: notification of data breaches is also required, as soon as possible, without any particular specification.
    
**4. Sanctions:**
    - **GDPR**: penalties for non-compliance can reach up to 4% of the company's worldwide annual sales or €20 million, whichever is higher.
    - **FADP**: sanctions under the FADP are generally less severe than under the GDPR, although they can include fines and penalties for data controllers.
    
**5. Data Protection Officer (DPO):**
    - **GDPR:** organizations may need to appoint a DPO to oversee compliance with the GDPR.
    - **FADP**: the need for a DPO is not mandatory, but strongly recommended for large companies.
    
**6. International data transfer:**
    - **GDPR:** the transfer of data outside the EU is strictly regulated and may only take place to countries recognized as offering an adequate level of protection, or through specific data protection mechanisms.
    - **FADP**: requirements for international data transfers may be less stringent, but transfers must always guarantee an adequate level of protection. It is important to consult the list of states and international organizations offering an adequate level of protection, defined by the Federal Council.

In reality, for many small and medium-sized businesses, appointing an in-house Data Protection Officer is not always a wise decision. Indeed, depending on the density of processing, the actions to be undertaken are limited and do not justify a dedicated position over the long term.

Companies can, however, benefit from the support of consultants specialized in compliance with legal requirements. Calling on external experts to take on the role of DPO offers access to precise expertise when specific needs arise.


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Data protection has become a major concern for organizations of all sizes, whether public or private. Faced with a steady increase in cyber-attacks and the risk of data leakage, it is imperative to adopt robust IT security strategies. The hosting of computer data and the software used in day-to-day business activities play a major role in the risks incurred. Careful selection can significantly reduce vulnerabilities and offer solid protection against these increasingly sophisticated threats.

## Hosting your data

The choice of a data hosting provider should not be based solely on performance, availability and scalability. Security and compliance aspects must be considered as a sine qua non, as well as aspects related to the hosting country.

1. **Security and compliance**: the hosting provider must offer robust security measures to protect your data against intrusion, loss and leakage. Look for recognized security certifications, and make sure the hosting provider meets the compliance standards specific to your industry.
    
    The *ISO/IEC 27001:2013* standard establishes a set of criteria designed to help entities secure their assets, including people, infrastructure and reputational information. The standard is applicable to any organization, regardless of its size, field of activity or sector, and represents the most universally recognized method for managing information security.
    
2. **Hosting location:** the country of the hosting provider is crucial for several reasons:

    - **GDPR and FADP legal compliance:** data protection laws vary from country to country. Hosting your data in a country with strict data protection standards can help ensure compliance with applicable regulations, such as **GDPR** in Europe or **FADP** in Switzerland.
    - **Data sovereignty:** some countries impose restrictions on the transfer of data beyond their borders, which may affect your ability to access or transfer your own data. This ensures that European countries are not dependent on non-European suppliers, who may be subject to conflicting foreign legislation (such as the US Cloud Act), which could compromise the security and confidentiality of European data.

In particular, you are advised to be vigilant with regard to countries that do not have strong data protection laws or are known for their extensive government surveillance:

- **Without strong data protection legislation**: countries without strict data protection laws or a clear regulatory framework may expose your data to confidentiality and security risks.
- **With extensive government surveillance:** some countries are known for their intrusive state surveillance, which could compromise the confidentiality and integrity of your data.

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### Hosting in the USA for a Swiss or European company: good or bad idea?

Hosting data in the USA presents specific challenges for Swiss and European companies, mainly due to the differences in data protection regulations between Europe (including Switzerland) and the USA.

**1. Different regulatory framework:** the US does not offer the same level of personal data protection as the GDPR in Europe or Swiss data protection laws. This can create complications for Swiss or European companies in terms of legal compliance.
**2. Surveillance laws:** the United States has laws that allow governments to access data stored on its territory as part of investigations. This includes laws such as the Patriot Act and the Cloud Act, which can compel cloud service providers to disclose data, including that belonging to foreign entities, to US government agencies.
**3. International data transfers:** for European and Swiss companies, transferring personal data to the USA requires ensuring that this data will benefit from an adequate level of protection. This may involve setting up standard contractual clauses, binding corporate rules or other legal mechanisms to ensure compliance with the GDPR.

## What role does the softwares you use play?

**Your server hosting may have been carefully selected, but what about the data available in the many software applications used by your staff?**

Today, the use of software is virtually indispensable to business development. Payroll management software, CRM for customer follow-up, marketing platforms for campaign management, task managers, instant messaging software, and so on. All these tools enable optimal management of business activities, as well as smooth and efficient collaboration. However, each of them stores personal and potentially sensitive information about the company's customers, users and collaborators, representing a security risk.

**This means that the softwares they use must be chosen with the utmost care to guarantee compliance.**

This means asking precise questions about how the software collects, processes and stores personal data. It's also important to check whether the supplier offers features that make it easy to manage users' rights, such as the right to be forgotten, data access and data portability.

### How to choose secure, GDPR- and FADP-compliant software.

**1. Give preference to transparent and cooperative suppliers**

Choose suppliers who are transparent about their data protection practices and willing to cooperate to ensure compliance. This can include providing detailed documentation on data security and compliance measures, as well as support in the event of an audit or inspection by data protection authorities.

**2. Ensuring data security**

Compliance doesn't stop at privacy; it also encompasses data security. Make sure that the software you choose offers solid security guarantees, such as encryption of data in transit, regular backups on a second server, and protection against unauthorized access. These days, for example, it's unimaginable to connect to a cloud service that doesn't use HTTPS (hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) or offer 2FA (two-factor authentication).

**3. Choose software that hosts its data in Europe**

For the same reasons that you should choose to locate your servers in Switzerland or Europe, it's a good idea to choose software that follows this strategy. By hosting their data in the EU, companies can ensure that they comply with EU directives, thereby avoiding potential sanctions which can be particularly severe. They also avoid conflicts of data sovereignty and boost user confidence.

### The little extra: support for the Swiss and European technology sector

Choosing Europe as the location for data hosting offers significant economic advantages. Firstly, it stimulates the local economy by promoting the development of digital infrastructures and data centers, and creating jobs in the technology sector. Secondly, it encourages innovation by providing startups and enterprises with secure, regulated access to crucial data, facilitating the development of new technologies and services. In addition, the existence of a clear regulatory framework and the geographical proximity of data centers can improve the performance and responsiveness of online services.

**Now that you know everything, why not do a little audit of the software used by your company?**

- Are they hosted in Switzerland? In Europe? In the USA?
- Are their data centers ISO 27001 certified?
- Do they have independent audit certificates (e.g. SOC 2 Type II)?
- Do they use HTTPS protocol for Cloud software?

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## What is Health Data Hosting (HDS) certification?

HDS certification is a mandatory French standard for companies storing or processing personal health data. Introduced to ensure that sensitive data is securely hosted, protected against unauthorized access, and managed in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements, HDS certification is much more than a simple legal obligation; it represents a guarantee of quality and security in the hosting of healthcare data. Responding to the major challenges of sensitive data protection, regulatory compliance and user confidence, HDS certification is essential in the era of digitization of healthcare services, to guarantee the security and confidentiality of healthcare data.

## Why is HDS certification essential?

### Protecting sensitive data

Health data includes sensitive information about a person's state of health, treatments and medical history. A breach of this data can have serious consequences for the privacy and dignity of individuals. HDS certification ensures that hosting providers implement rigorous security measures to protect this information.

### Regulatory compliance

In France, the legislative framework surrounding the protection of healthcare data is particularly strict. HDS certification, which complies with RGPD (General Data Protection Regulation) standards and French legislation, enables healthcare establishments to meet their legal obligations in terms of data protection.

### Trust of patients and healthcare professionals

Certification offers a guarantee that data is managed professionally and securely, boosting the confidence of patients, who are increasingly concerned about the protection of their personal data. Healthcare professionals can rely on reliable hosting services for the management of medical records.

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## Scope of application for HDS certification

### Field of application 1: Hosting of electronic medical records

A hospital chooses an HDS-certified provider to host its electronic medical records, thus ensuring the protection of patient data against cyber-attacks and data breaches, while guaranteeing fast and secure access to medical information by authorized personnel.

### Field of application 2: Mobile health monitoring application

A start-up develops a mobile application enabling users to track their health, set reminders to take medication, and share their health data with their doctor. By choosing an HDS-certified hosting provider, the start-up guarantees the protection of users' health data, and ensures that its application complies with current regulations.

### Field of application 3: Hosting of data transcribed into the various management software packages used by healthcare establishments

Like any business, healthcare establishments require the help of management software to ensure information and file sharing, collaboration between departments and staff, and administrative management, for example. Such software inevitably contains sensitive data, whether concerning patients or staff. It is therefore imperative that these programs host their data in an HDS-certified data center.

## WEDO: Secure administrative management software for healthcare establishments

WEDO is a secure cloud solution that enables healthcare professionals to collaborate easily. Thanks to its numerous data protection features and HDS-certified datacenter ([Exoscale](https://www.exoscale.com/compliance/hds/)), WEDO enables sensitive information to be processed, stored and communicated securely within its network. Here are just a few examples of how data can be processed using WEDO software:

**Processes and checklists**

WEDO's checklist templates unify internal processes:

- Checklists for welcoming residents
- Checklists for events
- Placement of residents in departments and cantons

**Rotating teams**

WEDO streamlines and centralizes communication between rotating teams:

- Task delegation
- Reading the activity feed to see what happened on the previous shift
- Important notifications during shift rotation
- Review of files

**Medical interviews**

WEDO keeps track of medical discussions and facilitates their retrieval:

- Bilateral interviews with patients
- Interviews with healthcare professionals
- Care meetings
- Any other sensitive meeting

**General administration and human resources**

Simple management for all the facility's professions:

- Unification of processes within the facility
- Comment system for tasks
- Easier transfer of knowledge and processes when changing employees within an administrative or care team.



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Today, there is more public interest in the activities of the financial industry than ever before. Data protection is essential to prevent cyberattacks that can lead to data breaches, financial losses, and reputational damage. The banking and financial industries must invest in robust data security measures: employee training, access controls, encryption, and regular assessments are essential to any effective strategy.

Last November, the business management software "Winbiz", was the victim of a virulent cyberattack leading to the temporary shutdown of the software. The software host was storing sensitive information.

The software used by organizations represents a significant risk. Today, cloud platforms are considered as irreplaceable allies of administrative professions: they help us manage human resources, track projects, share files and content, build a customer history, etc. However, each more sensitive than the last, this data must be subject to strict and robust measures to prevent cyber threats and to comply with regulatory requirements.

The advent of telecommuting in recent years reinforces the importance of data protection through the software employees use. Thus, the choice of software must be documented for a secure integration. The criteria to be taken into account during the selection are the following:


### Data hosting

#### Data storage location:

Some companies are surprised to learn that their data is stored in a third country. SaaS provider is free to host their data in any country they choose, regardless of where their headquarters are located. Knowing the hosting country is crucial to ensure that the country in question has strong, strict and transparent legal and political stability.

If the data is stored in a trustworthy country, ensuring that the provider does not practice "temporary data transfer" is also relevant. This phenomenon, more frequently used by global IT providers, implies that the data passes through foreign servers before being stored in Switzerland. It is, therefore, essential to verify that this transfer is legal and complies with GDPR standards.

#### Reliability of the hosting provider:

Certifications standardize the information security of web hosts. Among them, the most recognized certification is ISO/IEC 27001.


### Data protection certification

Companies that outsource their critical systems and processes need to ensure that vendors have strict, independent controls over data management. One such independent certification is SOC 2, issued by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and used by organizations in the software-as-a-service (SaaS) industry. It assures customers that the organization has designed and implemented adequate controls for security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. This standard has existed in the United States for many years and has a worldwide equivalent in ISO 270001.

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Switzerland is considered to be behind the US and the rest of Europe concerning SOC 2 reporting. The first significant moves towards certification were made by large companies subject to strict regulations, such as the financial sector. These companies require their service providers to comply with the SOC 2 standard and provide an annual report to meet internal and external requirements. *1

### Authentication and account access

Software of any kind is a critical source of information for an organization. Thus, access to the tool must be secure, so it is recommended to inquire about the availability of the following features:

- Availability of two-factor authentication
- Availability of SAML authentication, if relevant for the customer
- Possibility of managing rights in a personalized way within the tool, in order to only give access to information to the persons concerned.

### Encryption

If a company uses a web application, it must ensure that the app in question uses an HTTPS connection secured by SSL certificates to prevent espionage on the web and email correspondence. In addition to encryption in transit, data encryption at rest prevents a situation like the one experienced by WinBiz and its customers.

### WEDO: the secure solution for collaboration in the financial sector

Sensitive topics and privacy policies are at the heart of employees' daily tasks in the financial industry. From task management to the content of all kinds of meetings, such as team meetings, bilateral talks, customer/insurer meetings, and board meetings, the traceability of discussions is as crucial as their discretion.

The WEDO SaaS software, developed and hosted in Switzerland, is a collaborative platform designed to address security challenges in sensitive sectors. Thanks to its task manager and its customizable meeting module, the platform makes it possible to share files and centralize the information necessary for team collaboration while giving the possibility to configure the access rights of each user.


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Every day, we juggle a series of tasks, from answering emails and attending meetings all the way to cooking dinner or finally folding that pile of laundry staring us down for days. Task management is everywhere around us, whether we realize it or not. 

But here's the catch: managing tasks is more than checking boxes. It's making sure the right boxes are checked at the right time, by the right people.

For individuals, good task management can mean less stress and more time to spend on what matters most to them. For teams and organizations, it's the difference between controlled chaos and seamless collaboration. When done well, task management becomes a superpower, moving businesses toward growth and ensuring projects are delivered on time (and with fewer sleepless nights).

In this guide, we're going to explore strategies, tools, and best practices that turn task management into a fine-tuned system. Whether you're wrangling your own to-do list or leading a team toward big goals, this can be your roadmap to staying on top of your game. 

Let's get started!


The Ultimate Guide to Task Management: Strategies, Tools, and Best Practices

Have you ever started the day with good intentions, only to have emails, meetings, and last-minute requests completely derail your focus? You had a plan, maybe even a neatly written task list, but by lunchtime, you’ve barely touched the important work you meant to do. Instead, you’ve been bouncing between messages, putting out fires, and somehow adding more to your plate than you’ve checked off.

Sound familiar?

The problem often isn’t that you’re not working hard enough. It’s that without task prioritization, everything feels urgent, and you end up reacting instead of executing. Without a clear system to organize tasks, distractions take over, and the work that truly moves the needle gets buried.

That’s why good task management means so much more than making lists. tIt helps you stay organized, prioritize your tasks effectively, and structure your day so you can actually complete tasks, not just plan them.

This guide will walk you through how to schedule tasks, set due dates, and use task management tools to focus on what really matters. Whether you're juggling a growing workload, leading a team, or just trying to save time and work smarter, these strategies will help you cut through the noise and get things done—without the stress.

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## Why Most People Struggle with Task Management
You’re not alone if you feel like there’s never enough time in the day. Task management sounds simple—write things down, get them done—but in reality, most people get stuck in a cycle of reacting instead of prioritizing.

We won’t even mention reaching for your phone, getting lost in a personal conversation, or sneaking in a quick break. Let’s focus on the business side of things, where even the best intentions get derailed.

Here’s why:

**- Too many tasks, not enough time** – Without task prioritization, everything feels urgent. You start the day with a plan, but by noon, your task list has doubled, and the most important tasks are still untouched.
**- Constant distractions** – Emails, Slack messages, unexpected meetings… Your day gets sliced into a dozen tiny pieces. Every interruption steals focus, making it harder to complete tasks efficiently.
**- No clear system** – Writing things down is one thing; knowing how to organize tasks is another. When your workflow is scattered across sticky notes, notebooks, and half-updated task management tools, you waste time figuring out what to do next instead of doing it.
**- Task lists that never shrink** – Ever feel like you’re just moving tasks around instead of finishing them? Without due dates, clear priorities, and a way to delegate tasks, some things linger on your list for days (or weeks).

The result? Missed deadlines, mounting stress, and the constant feeling that you’re always playing catch-up.

But here’s the good news: managing your workload doesn’t have to be chaotic. The key is to stop treating all tasks as equal and start prioritizing tasks based on impact, urgency, and effort.

Next, we’ll show you exactly how to take control of your tasks, without working longer hours or burning out.

## How to Organize and Prioritize Your Daily Tasks Effectively
Let’s talk about structuring your workload so you can actually get things done. Writing a task list is easy, but sticking to it and finishing the right tasks at the right time is the real challenge. Without a clear system, it’s too easy to waste time on low-priority work while the most important tasks stay unfinished.

Here’s how to organize tasks, prioritize your tasks, and ensure you can complete tasks efficiently every day.

### Step 1: Capture All Tasks in One Place
Scattered notes, mental reminders, and a dozen half-updated apps will only make you feel more disorganized. If your task management system is fragmented, you’ll waste time figuring out what needs to be done instead of actually doing it.

- Start by centralizing everything in one place. Whether it’s a kanban board or a structured notebook, the goal is to make sure no task is forgotten or misplaced.
- Use a digital tool: A task management software like WEDO keeps everything organized while linking tasks to meetings, deadlines, and team members. This ensures follow-ups don’t slip through the cracks.
- If you prefer a manual system, commit to a single planner or notebook. Update it daily and avoid using sticky notes or loose scraps of paper for critical tasks.
By keeping your task lists in one place, you eliminate the stress of searching for information and create a reliable system that makes staying organized easier.

### Step 2: Categorize Tasks by Priority and Effort
Some tasks move you toward your long-term goals, while others are just busywork. The problem? Without a clear way to prioritize your tasks, it’s easy to get caught up in low-value work while truly important tasks get delayed.
Break tasks into clear categories so you always know what deserves your attention first. A simple but effective method is to group tasks based on urgency and importance:

- **Must-do today:** These are the high-impact tasks that must be completed by the end of the day. Missing these can lead to missed deadlines or delays for your team.
- **Should-do soon:** Important but not immediately urgent. These should be scheduled strategically so they don’t become last-minute emergencies.
- **Nice-to-do:** These tasks are useful but not essential. If time allows, work on them, but they shouldn’t interfere with your top priorities.
- **Delegate or eliminate:** Some tasks don’t require your direct attention. If possible, assign them to the right team members or remove them from your list entirely.

### Step 3: Break Large Tasks into Actionable Steps
One of the biggest reasons people procrastinate is that their tasks feel overwhelming. A broad task like “Launch a marketing campaign” has too many moving parts, making it hard to know where to start. Instead of letting large projects sit unfinished, break them into clear, actionable steps.

For example, instead of writing “Prepare quarterly report,” break it down into:

- Gather data from sales and marketing teams
- Review key performance metrics
- Draft report outline
- Finalize and format report
- Send for approval

This makes task progress more visible and helps prevent last-minute scrambling. If a task still feels too big, keep breaking it down until each step feels doable within a set timeframe.

### Step 4: Schedule Tasks into Your Day
A never-ending task list without structure will set you up for failure. If you rely on an open-ended list, you’ll likely spend too much time deciding what to work on instead of making progress. Instead of tackling tasks at random, schedule tasks into specific time slots.

- **Use time-blocking**: Assign dedicated blocks of time for focused work, meetings, and admin tasks. This prevents your entire day from being consumed by emails and interruptions.
- **Set realistic due dates**: Overloading one day while leaving another nearly empty creates an unbalanced workload. Set due dates that allow for steady progress instead of last-minute rushes.
- **Build buffer time**: Unexpected work will come up. If you schedule every minute of your day, one unexpected email or urgent request can throw everything off track. Leave space for flexibility.

A task management system should help you schedule tasks in a way that makes execution easier, not just track what you need to do. WEDO, for example, lets you link tasks to meetings so that follow-ups are scheduled immediately, reducing the risk of delays.

By structuring your tasks with clear priorities, breaking work into actionable steps, and scheduling effectively, you create a system that saves time and helps you stay focused.

Next, let’s explore some of the most proven prioritization methods that can help you refine your system even further.

## Proven Methods for Task Prioritization
Even with a structured task management system, knowing what to work on first can still be a challenge. That’s where prioritization methods come in. Different techniques work for different people, and the best approach is often a combination of methods that fit your workflow.

Here’s a breakdown of some of the most effective task prioritization strategies and how they can help you stay organized, complete tasks efficiently, and save time.

### Eisenhower Matrix: Sorting Urgent vs. Important Tasks
**Best for:** Gaining clarity on what truly matters
**How it works:** This method divides tasks into four quadrants based on urgency and importance:

- **Urgent & Important** – Do these immediately. These are high-priority tasks with pressing deadlines.
- **Important but Not Urgent** – Schedule these. These contribute to long-term goals but don’t require immediate attention.
- **Urgent but Not Important** – Delegate these. If possible, assign them to the right team members so they don’t consume your time.
- **Neither Urgent nor Important** – Eliminate these. If a task isn’t adding value, remove it from your list.

**Why it works:** Instead of treating everything as urgent, the Eisenhower Matrix forces you to prioritize tasks based on impact, ensuring that truly important tasks don’t get pushed aside by minor urgencies.

### Eat the Frog: Tackling the Hardest Task First
**Best for:** Overcoming procrastination

**How it works:** The concept is simple: start your day with the hardest, most important task (your “frog”). Once that’s done, everything else feels easier.

**Why it works:** People tend to delay difficult or unpleasant tasks, which only makes them more stressful. By completing tasks that require the most effort early in the day, you avoid spending mental energy dreading them.

### Time Blocking: Scheduling Focus Work
**Best for:** Avoiding distractions and managing time effectively
**How it works:** Instead of jumping between tasks all day, schedule tasks into dedicated time blocks on your calendar. Each block is assigned a specific task, such as deep work, email responses, or meetings.
**Why it works:** This method reduces context switching, which drains focus. It also ensures that high-priority tasks get done before your day gets filled with unexpected distractions.

### ABCDE Method: Structuring Workload by Importance
**Best for:** Systematically ranking tasks
**How it works:** Assign each task a priority letter to determine its importance:
**- A –** Critical tasks that must be completed today
**- B –** Important but not urgent; should be done after A tasks
**- C –** Nice-to-do tasks with minimal consequences
**- D –** Delegate these tasks if possible
**- E –** Eliminate these tasks if they don’t add value

**Why it works:** This method forces you to organize tasks based on real impact, making it easier to focus on the right work instead of getting lost in less important details.

### Which Prioritization Method is Best?
There’s no single best approach. Many people combine techniques to create a system that works for them.

For example:
- Use the Eisenhower Matrix to categorize tasks.
- Apply Eat the Frog to knock out the hardest task first.
- Use Time Blocking to structure your day.
- Rank remaining tasks with the ABCDE Method.

The key is to choose a system that helps you complete tasks efficiently without overcomplicating your workflow.

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## Mistakes That Destroy Productivity
Even with the best task management system, bad habits can derail your progress. Many people set up a structured plan, only to find themselves falling into the same traps that keep them from getting things done.

Here are the most common mistakes that make task management tools ineffective and how to fix them.

### Overloading Your Task List
Writing down everything you need to do feels productive, but a never-ending task list can lead to decision paralysis. When your list is too long, you spend more time figuring out where to start than actually making progress.

**Fix it:**
- Keep your task lists realistic. Focus on your top three to five most important tasks per day.
- Use task prioritization techniques like the Eisenhower Matrix or ABCDE Method to ensure your list only includes meaningful work.
- Schedule secondary tasks for later in the week instead of cramming everything into one day.

### Not Accounting for Interruptions
No matter how well you schedule tasks, unexpected emails, urgent requests, and last-minute meetings will pop up. If your day is packed too tightly, a single disruption can throw everything off track.

**Fix it:**
- Leave buffer time in your schedule. Time-blocking is effective, but don’t schedule every minute of your day.
- Plan for deep work during hours when you’re least likely to be interrupted.
- If a new task comes up, decide immediately whether to delegate tasks, reschedule them, or eliminate them instead of reacting on the spot.
 
### Multitasking Instead of Focusing
Juggling multiple tasks might feel productive, but studies show that multitasking reduces efficiency and increases mistakes. When you split your focus, everything takes longer, and the quality of work suffers.

**Fix it:**
- Work on one task at a time. If you need variety, batch similar tasks together (like responding to emails all at once).
- Use kanban boards or a task management software to visually track progress so you stay focused on one item at a time.
- If you find yourself constantly switching between tasks, ask yourself if you’re working on important tasks or just reacting to whatever pops up.

### Letting Meetings Take Over
Unstructured meetings can easily eat into your important work time. Without a clear purpose, they become just another distraction.

**Fix it:**
- Only attend meetings where your input is necessary. Declining unnecessary meetings saves time management headaches.
- Use a task management tool like WEDO that integrates meeting takeaways into actionable tasks, so follow-ups don’t get lost.
- Set strict meeting agendas and time limits to keep discussions focused.

Fixing all these mistakes requires better structure, better tools, and better habits. The right task management softwarewill help you stay organized, track task progress, and ensure nothing slips through the cracks.

Next, let’s explore the best tools for managing daily tasks and how they compare.

## The Best Tools for Managing Daily Tasks
Now that we understand the human factors that make or break productivity—how we get distracted, procrastinate, or overload ourselves—let’s talk about the systems that help us stay on track.

As it’s probably clear by now, the right task management tool does more than just store your to-do list; it helps you stay organized, track task progress, and ensure important tasks get completed. Some tools focus on simple task lists, while others offer kanban boards, collaboration features, or automation for long-term goals.

Let’s take a look at how some of the most popular tools compare, so you can find one that fits your workflow and actually saves time instead of adding complexity.

![Comparison table of task management tools, Monday.com, Trello, Notion, ClickUp, OneNote, Asana, and WEDO, highlighting features like task lists, kanban view, task dependencies, subtasks, collaboration, meeting management, file sharing, and data hosting.](https://wedo-assets.sos-ch-gva-2.exo.io/How_to_Choose_the_Right_Task_Management_Tool_for_Your_Team_en_34ea7daf49.png)


Among these options, WEDO stands out as the best choice for most teams because it connects tasks to meetings and follow-ups, ensuring that nothing slips through the cracks. Instead of managing projects in one tool and meeting notes in another, WEDO seamlessly links them together, turning discussions into action items and making sure every task gets completed.

Want a deeper comparison? Read our full breakdown of [WEDO vs. other task management tools](https://wedo.com/blog/6-asana-alternatives-for-efficient-team-collaboration).

## Take Control of Your Daily Tasks with the Right System
At the end of the day, no matter which tool you use, it should help you focus, stay organized, and make real progress without constantly feeling behind.

The key is keeping it simple and sustainable. Prioritize wisely, schedule realistically, and don’t overcomplicate things with unnecessary steps. The best system is the one you can actually stick to—one that helps you stay on top of important tasks without drowning in endless lists.

WEDO is designed to do just that. It keeps tasks, meetings, and follow-ups connected, so nothing slips through the cracks. No scattered to-dos, no forgotten action items, just a clear, structured way to get work done.

Ready to manage and complete your tasks without the chaos? [Try WEDO for free today](https://wedo.com/signup)! 


Learn how to manage and prioritize your daily tasks with proven strategies, smart workflows, and the right tools to stay organized and productive.

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Every team needs structure. Without it, tasks slip through the cracks, priorities get lost, and productivity takes a hit. A great task management tool solves this by keeping everyone aligned, making it easy to organize work, set deadlines, and track progress. 

But not every tool is a good fit for every company.
Choose the one that doesn’t align with your business, and instead of streamlining work, it becomes another obstacle; forcing your team to adapt to its rigid structure, adding unnecessary complexity, or bombarding everyone with notifications that create more noise than value.

But with so many options available, how do you pick one that actually makes work easier? The answer isn’t in feature lists or brand names. It’s in how well a tool fits your team’s workflow.

This guide walks you through the key factors to consider, common pitfalls to avoid, and a practical approach to testing tools before committing. By the end, you’ll have the confidence to choose a task management solution that works for your team, not against it.

## Start with Your Team’s Workflow, Not the Software’s Features
It’s easy to get caught up in flashy features when comparing task management tools. Gantt charts, kanban boards, automation—these all sound useful, but they won’t help if they don’t align with how your team actually works.

Instead of starting with a tool’s feature list, start with your team’s workflow. 

A task management tool should adapt to your processes, not force your team to change how they work just to fit its structure. Before jumping into comparisons, take a step back and assess your team’s needs:

**- Project complexity** – Do you need a simple to-do list for individual tasks, or a full-fledged project management system with dependencies and milestones?
Collaboration style – Does your team work in real time, asynchronously, or a mix of both?

**- Task visibility** – Do team members manage their own tasks independently, or is shared visibility across projects essential?
**- Integration needs** – Is it really essential for the tool to sync with your email, calendar, or document storage?
**- Scalability** – Will the tool still be useful as your team grows, or will you outgrow it quickly?
**- User preferences** – Does your team prefer structured task management (lists, priorities, deadlines) or a more flexible system (boards, labels, workflows)?
**- Compliance & security** – If your industry has strict data security or compliance requirements, does the tool meet those standards?

By answering these questions, you can filter out tools that don’t support your team’s workflow. This way, you’ll avoid getting lost in the feature lists and instead focus on choosing a tool that actually helps your team get work done.

## What a Task Management Tool Needs to Do Well
A good task management tool should feel like an extra team member, one that organizes work, keeps priorities clear, and makes collaboration seamless. A bad one? It’s just another thing to manage.

Too many teams fall into the trap of picking a tool that looks powerful on the surface but ends up slowing them down. Clunky dashboards, endless customization options, and a flood of notifications can turn a well-intentioned solution into a daily frustration.

So, what actually makes a task management tool useful?

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✔ **Simple, flexible task organization** – Whether your team prefers lists, kanban boards, or timelines, the tool should adapt to different workflows, not lock you into a rigid structure.

✔ **Clear deadlines and priorities** – Tasks shouldn’t pile up unnoticed. That means making it easy to set deadlines, assign priorities, and prevent tasks from piling up unnoticed. [Milestones](https://help.wedo.com/en/projects/gantt-chart-key-concepts) are especially useful here, helping teams track progress on larger goals by grouping related tasks. Some tools also support prioritization frameworks like the Eisenhower Matrix, which can help teams focus on what’s urgent versus what’s important.

✔ **Collaboration without extra effort** – Comments, mentions, and file sharing should streamline discussions, not create more side conversations outside the tool. The goal is to keep work and communication in one place.

✔ **Smooth onboarding** – A task management tool should simplify work, not create more of it. If it takes weeks to learn, adoption will be an uphill battle. A great tool is intuitive enough for teams to start using right away, with minimal setup or training. To help teams hit the ground running, WEDO offers set-up meetings for new customers, ensuring networks are properly configured from day one.

✔ **Reliable integrations** – A tool should work with your existing workflow, not against it. Seamless integration with email, calendars, and other apps reduces friction and keeps everything in sync. While WEDO is actively expanding its integration capabilities—including upcoming connectivity with Teams and bi-directional calendar syncing—it's important to evaluate what your team needs now and what’s on the horizon.

Where teams often go wrong:

🚫 **Overloaded dashboards** – Just because a dashboard looks impressive doesn’t mean it’s useful. Too much information at once can slow down decision-making.
🚫 **Too many customization options** – If a tool requires configuring everything from scratch, it can create more work than it saves. While flexibility is great, teams need structured simplicity to get started quickly.
🚫 **Alerts and notifications that create more noise than value** – Constant pings and reminders can be distracting. A great tool provides smart notifications, just enough to keep things moving, without overwhelming your team.

## Mistakes That Lead to the Wrong Choice
Even with the best intentions, teams sometimes end up choosing a task management tool that doesn’t actually work for them. Maybe it’s too complicated, too rigid, or just doesn’t get used at all. Avoiding these common pitfalls can save your team from frustration and from having to switch tools again in a few months.

**Ignoring user adoption** – If your team doesn’t use the tool, it doesn’t matter how many features it has. A flashy dashboard or an extensive settings menu won’t help if people avoid using the tool altogether. The best solution is one that fits into daily workflows with minimal resistance.

**Underestimating the learning curve** – A tool should simplify work, not require hours of training just to complete basic tasks. If the interface is overwhelming or requires constant troubleshooting, adoption will suffer.

**Choosing based on brand recognition** – Just because a tool is popular doesn’t mean it’s the right fit. Many teams default to well-known names without considering whether the tool actually matches their workflow. A good fit is more important than a big name.

**Overlooking long-term costs** – Some tools start off cheap (or even free) but require expensive add-ons, premium features, or per-user pricing that can quickly add up. A tool that looks affordable at first glance might become a financial burden as your team grows.

**Focusing on the tool, not the problem** – It’s easy to get caught up in feature comparisons and software demos, but the real question is: What problem are you trying to solve? If you don’t define your needs upfront, you’ll end up chasing features instead of solutions.

## How to Compare and Test Tools Effectively
A task management system might look great on paper, but will it work for your team or will it be a waste of money? Find out by going beyond marketing claims and putting tools through hands-on testing. 

Here’s how to make that process count:
**Book demos and ask the right questions** – Most vendors offer demos of their task management software tools, but don’t just sit through a sales pitch. Bring real scenarios from your team’s workflow and ask how the tool handles them. Can it quickly track task progress, manage assigned tasks, and support real-time collaboration?

**Get the right people involved** – A tool shouldn’t just be chosen by leadership or IT. Include team members who will use it daily, from project leads to individual contributors. They’ll have valuable insights on whether the tool actually simplifies tasks or just adds another layer of work.

**Test with a real project** – Set up a small but meaningful project during the trial. Create task lists, assign work, and track completion. Does the tool help the team stay organized, or do they find themselves defaulting to email, sticky notes, or spreadsheets instead?

**Compare usability across different roles** – A good task management app should work for different workflows. Does it make sense for both managers tracking progress and team members handling daily tasks? Can it adapt to both structured kanban boards and flexible lists?

**Assess long-term fit** – A tool that works well for a small business today should also scale as the team grows. Check if it allows custom workflows, integrates with project management software, and offers features your team needs to prioritise tasks.

**Evaluate customer support** – Even the best tools come with a learning curve. Does the vendor offer onboarding, training, or customer support that helps teams get up to speed quickly?

A good tool shouldn’t feel like something you have to fight with. Taking the time to test tools properly will help you avoid frustration (and costly mistakes) down the road.

## Comparing the Most Popular Task Management Tools
Now that you have a clear idea of what to look for in a task management system, let’s see how the most popular tools stack up. Some platforms shine when it comes to staying organized and tracking task progress, while others focus on real-time collaboration or offer deep customization for complex workflows.
Below, we compare some of the leading task management software tools, breaking down their strengths, potential drawbacks, and how they support effective task management.

![Comparison table of task management tools, Monday.com, Trello, Notion, ClickUp, OneNote, Asana, and WEDO, highlighting features like task lists, kanban view, task dependencies, subtasks, collaboration, meeting management, file sharing, and data hosting.](https://wedo-assets.sos-ch-gva-2.exo.io/How_to_Choose_the_Right_Task_Management_Tool_for_Your_Team_en_34ea7daf49.png)

## Choosing with Confidence
While all the tools in this comparison help teams stay organized and manage assigned tasks, the right choice comes down to how your team actually works. Some platforms excel at simple task tracking, while others offer deep customization or structured project management, but the best task management system is the one that simplifies work instead of adding complexity.

Whether you're running a small business, managing a fast-growing team, or coordinating large-scale projects, picking a tool that fits your workflow will help your team complete tasks efficiently, not waste time wrestling with software.

Need a tool that connects tasks, meetings, and follow-ups without the chaos? [Try WEDO for free](https://wedo.com/signup) today and see how it makes teamwork effortless.




Discover how to choose the best task management tool for your team and compare top options to find the perfect fit for your workflow.

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In the fast-paced world of administrative management, executive assistants play a crucial role. The Swiss army knives of any organization juggle many tasks and deadlines while supervising those of others. Faced with these challenges, they often find themselves overwhelmed by routine, repetitive responsibilities. We immersed ourselves in the daily lives of 6 executive assistants who use the WEDO platform to understand the workings of their organization, the challenges they face, and the tools they have put in place to facilitate their management.

According to our study, the most time-consuming tasks for executive assistants revolve mainly around administrative functions. These activities, while necessary, tend to monopolize a significant proportion of their working time, preventing them from concentrating fully on more crucial aspects of their role, such as operational and strategic development.

Among the most time-consuming tasks in their job descriptions, the executive assistants surveyed identify the following:

**1. Meeting preparation:** preparing agendas and presentation documents, taking and sharing minutes, following up on decisions and tasks delegated at meetings,

**2. Diary management and meeting organization:** planning and coordination of appointments, team meetings, and conferences, taking care to avoid scheduling conflicts,
**3. Document preparation and management:** drafting, proofreading, and organizing important documents such as reports, presentations, correspondence and contracts,

**4. Project coordination:** managing and following up on specific projects, liaising between different departments, and meeting deadlines.

Internal and external communications, administrative support, and human resources management closely follow those.

## How to lighten the administrative load for an executive assistant?

When asked what tools were used to monitor collaboration before WEDO was integrated, the most common programs were Outlook, Word (for taking minutes), and Excel. However, these tools had significant limitations. Respondents reported difficulties related to the cross-functionality of information between different team members. For example, these tools were not conducive to **active, real-time collaboration when taking PVs**, making this task often cumbersome and time-consuming, and necessitating numerous round-trips. The systematic use of e-mail to distribute these documents wasted considerable time without guaranteeing effective communication.

Furthermore, the limited nature of these tools prevented efficient tracking of tasks and projects. Users faced significant challenges maintaining a clear, up-to-date overview of projects. In short, although these tools are widespread and familiar, their use in team collaboration and project management needs to be improved.

This situation underlines the importance of cross-functional tools and solutions to lighten the administrative workload. With the implementation of WEDO, the executive assistants surveyed were able to optimize their administrative processes.

### 1. Meeting preparation and management

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One of the most time-consuming aspects of the job is the preparation of meetings. With WEDO, executive assistants benefit from automated management and considerable time savings in preparation and follow-up. The platform enables uniform management of minutes, clear distribution of post-meeting tasks, and automatic tracking of topics from one session to the next. Users report an average time saving of 55% for these tasks.

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WEDO's meeting module lets you integrate blocks of paragraphs, tasks, file attachments, personal notes, votes and signatures, among others.

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### 2. Project management and task tracking

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Project management and tracking represent another major challenge. WEDO simplifies this task by offering clear delegation possibilities, the creation of checklist templates to standardize processes, and real-time task tracking. This leads to better prioritization and more efficient day-to-day management.

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### Use case: facilitating HR processes and the transmission of specifications

When executive assistants are involved in HR processes, the integration of WEDO proves to be a major asset. The platform makes it possible to standardize on-boarding and off-boarding procedures by means of specific checklists. These checklists, drawn up for each stage of the process, automatically assign the relevant tasks to the team members concerned. This method ensures structured, efficient management of personnel transitions, eliminating the operational uncertainties often associated with the question "What steps should I take?".

By simplifying these processes, WEDO not only eases the workload for HR managers, but also contributes to a clear, documented handover of tasks and knowledge from one employee to the next.

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One of the decisive advantages of WEDO, highlighted by our management assistants, is the ease with which recruitment interviews can be documented in real time. Each exchange can be recorded directly in a standardized (and customized if required) agenda, enabling these interactions to be saved methodically and instantaneously.

### 4. Transmission of information

WEDO lets you link documents to tasks or meetings, ensuring that all the necessary information is in the right place. Global search makes it easy to retrieve documents, and to find a specific file based on a keyword found in the PDF file.

In terms of communication, WEDO users particularly appreciate the immediate visibility of entries and the ability to restrict access to certain information.

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**We asked our users to rate the platform on a scale of 1 to 10, to qualify the positive impact WEDO has on their daily tasks.**

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Executive assistants can greatly ease their workload by equipping themselves with a collaborative platform. Do you have any questions or doubts about WEDO's compatibility with your needs? We'll be happy to give you a short 30-minute demonstration.

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Held once a month, quarter, or half-year, as required, these privileged meetings provide a confidential and open communication space, encouraging in-depth discussion of individual and collective objectives. They create a valuable opportunity to discuss each employee's specific challenges and needs, fostering better mutual understanding. Moreover, these meetings provide a framework for recognizing individual achievements and contributions, reinforcing a sense of accomplishment and belonging to the team. Thanks to these personalized exchanges, bilateral meetings contribute to more effective personnel management, more focused professional growth, and solid, fulfilling working relationships.

## Key topics for a bilateral meeting

During a bilateral meeting between a team leader and an employee, several key topics must be addressed to ensure effective communication and optimal management. Here are some of these topics:

### 1. Ongoing assessment
Discuss objectives for the current period and assess progress and results achieved. Identify successes and areas requiring further attention.

### 2. Professional Development
Explore opportunities for employee development, training, and professional growth. Identify skills to be strengthened and possible progression paths.

### 3. Feedback
Exchange constructive feedback on work performed, highlighting strengths and addressing areas for improvement. Encourage open dialogue to stimulate continuous learning.

### 4. Needs and Challenges
Allow employees to express their needs regarding resources, assistance, or support to accomplish their tasks. Discuss possible obstacles and find solutions together.

### 5. Work-Life Balance
Address workload-related issues, stress levels, and work-life balance. Identify measures to support employee well-being.

### 6. Projects and Initiatives
Discuss future projects, new initiatives, and potential employee contributions. Encourage active participation and creativity.

### 7. Management feedback
Offer employees the opportunity to share their feelings about management, work methods, and team communication. Foster an environment of trust and continuous improvement.

### 8. Focus on Vision
Ensure that the employee understands and adheres to the team or company's overall vision, values, and goals.

### 9. Resources and Support
Identify the resources required for the associate's success and ensure that he/she has the proper support to carry out his/her tasks.

### 10. Long-Term Planning
Examine longer-term perspectives and discuss the employee's career aspirations and how these align with team or organizational goals.

_"Enabling discussions in bilateral meetings, in a more intimate way and with a long-term vision, brings a notable benefit to the employee's career in the company. It makes them feel valued, heard and recognized above all. Setting clear, long-term objectives is a real motivator for them."_

**Marie Rudaz-Jaeggi**, *[AmbitionSuccess.ch](http://ambitionsuccess.ch/)* - MORGES

Team leaders and employees can establish fruitful collaboration, foster professional development, and maintain a positive working climate by addressing these topics regularly and in-depth at bilateral meetings.

## Use WEDO to keep track of your bilateral meetings!

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With WEDO, you can prepare your agenda jointly with your manager or colleague. In this way, each participant can prepare the questions or topics to be addressed.

Generally speaking, the agenda items for a bilateral meeting are recurrent. WEDO enables you to set the topics so that they recur from one time to the next to ensure that discussions are followed up and that objectives evolve.

Once completed, the minutes are locked and remain available to both participants for consultation.

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During a bilateral meeting between a team leader and an employee, several key topics must be addressed to ensure effective communication and optimal management.

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