Complete this assessment and know where you stand, in 5 minutes
Mandatory digital time registration is coming to construction by 2027. Some companies are already prepared. Others haven’t started. Where does your company stand?
Complete this 10-point checklist. Each “No” answer represents a gap that needs attention before the mandate takes effect.
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The 10-Point Readiness Checklist
| Question | Yes | No |
| 1. Do you currently register worker hours digitally (not on paper or Excel)? | ||
| 2. Does your time registration system connect to your payroll provider (SD Worx, Partena, Acerta) via API? | ||
| 3. Are CIAW registrations and time tracking handled in one system (not two separate tools)? | ||
| 4. Can subcontractors and Limosa workers register through the same platform as your own employees? | ||
| 5. Does your system verify worker location via GPS when they clock in? | ||
| 6. Does your system require connectivity (WiFi/mobile data) to prevent data manipulation? | ||
| 7. Are construction CLA overtime rules (premiums, shift allowances) calculated automatically? | ||
| 8. Can you generate a labour cost report per project or per site within 5 minutes? | ||
| 9. Does your system support multiple registration methods (app, badge, vehicle hardware)? | ||
| 10. Could you pass an RSZ/NSSO inspection within 5 minutes of an inspector’s arrival? |
How to Score Your Results
| Score | Status | Recommended Action |
| 9-10 Yes | Fully ready. Your systems meet 2027 requirements. | Maintain current setup. Consider adding scheduling or fleet integration. |
| 6-8 Yes | Mostly ready. A few gaps need closing. | Address specific gaps. Likely 1-2 weeks of configuration or integration work. |
| 3-5 Yes | Partially ready. Significant gaps exist. | Evaluate a platform that covers all 10 points. Budget 3-4 weeks for implementation. |
| 0-2 Yes | Not ready. Major investment needed. | Start now. You need 4-8 weeks minimum, and adoption takes time. Don’t wait until 2027. |
What Each “No” Means
Questions 1-2: Digital foundation missing
Paper timesheets and manual payroll entry will not satisfy 2027 requirements. You need a digital time registration system with payroll integration. This is the first step, everything else builds on it.
Questions 3-4: System fragmentation
Running CIAW and time tracking as separate tools doubles admin and creates data inconsistencies. A unified platform where one clock-in handles both is more efficient and audit-proof. Subcontractor visibility in the same dashboard is essential for chain liability compliance.
Questions 5-6: Data integrity gaps
Without GPS verification, you can’t prove workers were at the correct site. Without connectivity requirements, timestamps can be manipulated. Both will face increased scrutiny under 2027 rules. Suivo addresses both: GPS verification and mandatory connectivity for every registration.
Questions 7-8: Operational inefficiency
Manual overtime calculations and slow project cost reporting are symptoms of disconnected systems. Automatic CLA rule application and real-time cost reporting are standard features in modern construction time tracking platforms.
Questions 9-10: Flexibility and readiness gaps
Supporting only one registration method limits you when site conditions vary. And if an NSSO inspection takes more than 5 minutes to satisfy, your system isn’t providing adequate compliance visibility.
How Suivo Covers All 10 Points
1. Digital time registration via mobile app, badge, or vehicle hardware
2. Payroll integration with SD Worx, Partena, Acerta via pre-built API
3. Unified CIAW + time tracking, one clock-in handles both
4. Subcontractor + Limosa support in the same platform and dashboard
5. GPS verification for every registration
6. Connectivity required, WiFi/mobile data prevents data manipulation
7. Construction CLA rules applied automatically before payroll export
8. Project cost reporting in real time per site, per worker, per cost centre
9. Three registration methods, app + badge + vehicle hardware
10. Inspection-ready dashboard, real-time compliance status in under 60 seconds
For a full platform overview, see construction solutions, time tracking, and the best time registration tools in Belgium comparison.
Frequently Asked Questions
When exactly does the 2027 mandate take effect?
The exact date and scope are being finalised. What’s certain is the direction: digital, verifiable time records for more sectors. Construction companies already subject to CIAW are best positioned to comply early.
How much does it cost to become compliant?
For a typical construction company with 20-50 workers, digital time registration costs €80-600/month depending on modules. Compare this to a single CIAW fine (€6,000) or a month of payroll correction effort. ROI is typically achieved within 2-3 months. Visit pricing for details.
Can I start with just CIAW and add time tracking later?
Yes. Suivo is modular. Start with CIAW compliance, add time tracking, then expand to scheduling, fleet, or asset management when ready. No forced bundles.
Score 10/10 before 2027
Start now and be fully ready, with 18 months of benefit before the mandate.
