How defensible are your working time records?

The European Working Time Compliance Guide 2026

Working time recording is no longer just an administrative task. Across Europe, employers are expected to operate objective, reliable, and accessible systems for measuring daily working time. While the pace and detail vary by country, records need to be clear, consistent, and defensible.

For HR leaders, the practical question is whether current records are strong enough to withstand inspection, dispute, and operational complexity.

Download this guide to:

• Understand what mandatory working time recording rules require
• See what this means for France, Germany, Spain, Belgium, and the Netherlands
• Identify where your systems and processes may be falling short
• Test your approach against a practical checklist, so you know where you stand