2026 Time Record: Is digitalization mandatory for companies?
Since 2019, daily timekeeping has been a legal requirement for all companies in Spain. However, in 2026, there is still a recurring question: is it mandatory for the system to be digital? The increasing pressure from the Labor Inspection, technological evolution, and the use of mobile applications have created the feeling that the paper format has become obsolete or even prohibited. In this article, we analyze what the regulations actually demand, which media are valid, and what are the risks of not having an adequate system.