noria is a Swiss HR software platform that automates the creation of legally compliant employee reference letters (Arbeitszeugnisse) in minutes. The tool guides users through the entire workflow—from data entry and manager assessments to AI-generated text, digital signatures, and direct delivery—while ensuring data remains in Switzerland. It supports multiple languages and offers a modern, narrative "Arbeitszeugnis 2.0" format as an alternative to traditional coded references.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Creating legally compliant and well-formulated employee reference letters (Arbeitszeugnisse) is a time-consuming, error-prone process for HR teams. Traditional methods involve manual drafting in Word, email ping-pong for approvals, and a risk of non-compliance with Swiss law (OR 330a), leading to inefficiencies and potential legal issues.
Solution
noria provides a comprehensive, end-to-end digital tool that streamlines the entire reference letter process. Users select the type of certificate, and managers provide assessments via secure SSO links, with the system automatically generating text in multiple languages. The platform includes features for digital signatures, direct delivery to employees, and an optional modern "Arbeitszeugnis 2.0" format that uses clear, appreciative language instead of coded phrases. It also offers enterprise-grade features like API integration, role-based access, and a full audit trail, ensuring both efficiency and legal compliance.
Target Audience
Primary customers are Swiss HR professionals and managers in small to large enterprises (KMUs to corporations) who need to create, manage, and issue employee references efficiently and in compliance with local regulations.
Features
- Automated generation of reference letter text in German, English, French, Italian, and Rumantsch (the latter exclusively for the Arbeitszeugnis 2.0 format)
- Manager assessment workflow via secure, passwordless SSO links, allowing for multiple evaluators and HR review/revision
- Digital signature collection and direct distribution of the final document to the employee, with download options in Word or PDF
- Enterprise features including SSO (Azure AD/Entra ID), HR-system API integration, role-based dashboards, and a complete audit trail
- Customizable corporate design and a "Stellenkatalog" to tailor content and tone to the company's specific needs