WKR Netherlands: Employer Responsibilities Explained.
The WKR is a Dutch tax scheme that allows employers to provide tax-free allowances, benefits in kind, and provisions to […]
Category: Business Support
This Business Support blog section addresses organisational and business-oriented HR topics, such as growth, restructuring, and change management from a people and governance perspective.
These articles, curated by Human in Progress, combine strategic considerations with practical insights to strengthen your business in the Netherlands and in Europe. They do not constitute legal or financial advice and should be read in conjunction with applicable regulatory frameworks.
Read about strategies and support for businesses, organisations or enterprising entities engaged in commercial, industrial, or professional activities.
Background Police Check Netherlands by Employers: VOG.
In the Netherlands, the Certificate of Conduct, VOG [Verklaring Omtrent het Gedrag] is a document used to verify the individual’s […]
WKR Netherlands: Insights Tax-Free Employee Benefits & Allowances.
The Work-Related Costs Scheme: WKR [Werkkostenregeling] by the Tax and Customs administration of the Netherlands, allows employers to spend part […]
EU Law: Frequently Asked Questions European Union Law.
The European Union Law (EU Law) is a system of laws operating within the 27 member states of the European […]
Cybersecurity Act Netherlands: EU NIS2 Implementation 2026.
The Cybersecurity Act Netherlands, Cbw [Cyberbeveiligingswet], implements the European NIS2 Directive into Dutch law. The Act entered into force on […]
SBI Code Changes 2025 Netherlands: Check Your Company Code.
SBI Code means Standard Industrial Classification, in Dutch Standaard Bedrijfsindeling, and is a classification code that describes the nature of […]
Human Capital Fundamentals: Definition, Benefits and Types of Capital.
Human capital consulting is a specialised service that focuses on employees. Human capital consultants work with businesses to enhance their […]
9 Reasons Why Small Businesses Should Outsource HR.
To outsource HR involves the delegating of various HR job positions to an external provider. These functions can range from […]
Understanding HR Outsourcing for Startups and Scaleups.
At Human in Progress, we understand the challenges that come with scaling a business. However, managing tasks including Human Resources […]
Human in Progress: The Dynamic of Process, Growth and Success.
Progress is the heartbeat of our human existence, driving us forward on a journey of continual growth and development. Human […]
Business Growth: Selecting HR Operating Model for Future.
At Human in Progress, we understand the challenges that come with scaling a business. This is why in this blog […]
What is an HR Audit for Compliance in the Netherlands.
The HR audit is a systematic review to assess accuracy, compliance, or effectiveness. The objective of the HR audit is […]
20 Corporate Business Terminology & Jargon.
Corporate business jargon are specialised words and expressions used within any organisation or industry. It is the language of the […]
HR Terminology: A Free Glossary of HR Jargon in the Netherlands.
Have you ever heard an HR terminology or abbreviation and thought to yourself, “What does this mean?” HR specific acronyms […]
Personal Branding Essential for Entrepreneurs and Employees.
Personal branding is about you. Companies currently are receiving a lot of application letters and CVs from candidates. Your presentation […]
Doing Business in the Netherlands: Dutch Leadership Culture.
The Netherlands is among the world’s open economies and stands among the best countries in the world for technology and […]
Diversity at the Top in the Netherlands, Time for Accileration.
There are still less women and people with a non-Western migration background in top positions at Dutch companies. The diversity […]
The Cultural Diversity Barometer Netherlands for Companies.
A Cultural Diversity Barometer is a strategic tool designed to assess and track the level of cultural diversity within a […]
ePrivacy Directive & Regulation: What This Means for Your Business in the EU.
The current ePrivacy Directive also known as the EU Cookie Law is officially called “Regulation of the European Parliament and […]
The Revised Payment Services Directive (PSD2) in the EU.
PSD2, the Payment Services Directive 2, is a European Union directive that regulates payment services and payment service providers within […]
GDPR One Year Later: What Is Working, and the Impact on HR.
The EU’s General Data Protection Regulation went into effect on May 25, 2018. How is this working, more than one […]
GDPR General Data Protection EU: Guidelines for Entrepreneurs & HR.
GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation. Any organisation around the world, which has data of European individuals need to […]