# No cliches
I actually come from a different industry, so I imagined a job in the IT sector to be like on TV. However, I learned on my first day that this is very far-fetched and that the clichés about developers are not at all true, although the occasional lunch break, during which people talked shop, did feel like I was on another planet. Now, after almost two years, I particularly appreciate these lunch breaks. No matter how stressful our day is and no matter how big we have grown in these two years - a lunch break together is a must. Everyone waits anxiously for the first "I'm going to Billa, anyone coming?" - and then, for a short time, work is forgotten and it's like a cozy meal among very good friends.
In the back office, our day is very varied, no day is like the other and rarely as you would have planned - but that's exactly what I enjoy most about my job. I'm incredibly proud of what we've achieved in the last few years - but above all of the fact that, despite the enormous pressure to perform and the rapid growth, we've never forgotten our sense of humor and family-like way of dealing with each other.

Anna-Sophie is our Lead of the Business and Office Administration Team. Here she talks about her everyday life at fiskaly.

Working with good friends

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## Hey there, do you have 2 hours for us?
Are you looking for autonomy and the opportunity to reshape an established industry? Want to try things out, make mistakes and learn from them? Looking for a diverse environment where people feel valued and welcomed? Then you've come to the right place because at fiskaly we live and act by the motto **\#peoplecomefirst**. Not only do we offer delicious coffee and fresh fruit but also a modern office in the middle of Vienna´s Mariahilferstraße. What’s more, our application process is easy and fast, check it out!
![3 easy application steps to become part of fiskaly.](/img/3-easy-steps-to-apply-to-fiskaly.png '3 easy application steps to become part of fiskaly. Join us!')
We are fiskaly. The leading provider of a cloud-based solution for fiscalization in Europe. Our mission is to make the world a fair place by enabling secure records and ensuring the legitimacy of your receipts. We focus on efficient and practical solutions and awesome people.
[Jobs at fiskaly](/jobs 'open positions') and [Ask us a Question](mailto:career@fiskaly.com 'career@fiskaly.com')
#### **Explore opportunities and join our mission to make the world a safer and fairer place.**

Here you find out how easy our 3-step application process is. With the motto #peoplecomefirst and a lot of perks, including a friendly and supportive working atmosphere, come to be part of our team! Join fiskaly!

At fiskaly we have an easy and fast application process. In this article we give you an overview of the individual steps of our application process.

Here's how easy fiskaly's application process works

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## My work at fiskaly
My journey with fiskaly began at the end of 2018 (at that time the company was still called Codewerkstatt). As the first full-time employee, I started with frontend development (React). Pretty soon, tasks in the backend (Node.js) were added. Things got really exciting when our work on the implementation of the German Cash Security Ordinance (<https://kassensichv.net/>) really took off. Extensive requirements had to be taken into account in product development and the products had to be evaluated and certified in certification procedures, including Common Criteria (an international standard for testing and evaluating the security features of IT products).
Since my start at fiskaly, the number of employees has multiplied and the scope of my duties has increasingly expanded and shifted to management activities regarding product development and certification. Nevertheless, I still see myself as a software developer (currently mainly in Java) and try to invest as much time as possible into that. I enjoy being part of a motivated, multicultural team that overcomes challenges together, practices high quality as well as agile software development, and tries to improve constantly.

Christoph joined fiskaly in the early days before it was founded. Even though he has taken on management tasks as technical product owner, he feels like he is still a developer in his heart with a passion for coding.

Still a developer - clean code is my passion

Still a developer at heart - clean code is my passion

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Products for fiscalization can be operated in two possible ways: Via the Internet in a cloud or by additional hardware at the cash register. Modern POS systems often rely on cloud-based fiscalization products. Fiscalization in the cloud offers a number of advantages over hardware based ones.
1. **Fast and Cost-Effective Integration**
The integration of cloud-based fiscalization products - as products from the fiskaly SIGN family - into POS systems is fast and cost-effective, as the required data is largely exchanged automatically via interfaces. This means that new legal requirements or new functions can also be integrated easily and seamlessly. Likewise, switching to another POS provider is unproblematic, as the cloud-based software can be easily adapted.
**2. Updates via Software Update**
With fiskaly SIGN, updates are automatic and therefore cost-effective. The updates are installed on the software side. The users do not have any tedious extra work.
**3. Flexibility and Fast Scaling**
The use of fiskaly SIGN enables high flexibility in terms of the number of fiscal security units deployed. In addition, the number of connected cash registers and the number of transactions can be scaled quickly.
**4. Independence from Hardware Components**
fiskaly SIGN does not require local hardware installations in the form of an SD card, USB sticks or TPM module at the POS. This eliminates the need for on-site installations and the associated costs and time (for example, the deployment of a technician). This is important in the long run because hardware fiscalization products have a certificate lifetime, after which the hardware must be replaced. With no hardware components, there is no maintenance and nothing can get broken or lost.
**5. Transparent Costs**
fiskaly SIGN can be deployed cost-effectively, making them cheap for customers to buy and operate. There are never additional costs due to hardware failures. fiskaly SIGN doesn't have hidden costs, so it is transparent in its costs and cost-effective in the long run.
**6. Highest Data Security**
By law, the data from Germany must be stored in Germany. fiskaly meets all legal requirements for every country.
**7. Security & Flexibility through Contactless Delivery**
fiskaly SIGN. is cloud-based, so it can be delivered securely and contactlessly to taxpayers. This provides maximum flexibility in the delivery, as it can be made at any time — even in lockdown.
**8. Easy Monitoring & Compatibility with Other Service Providers**
fiskaly SIGN is compatible with all modern systems because it works with APIs. Archiving systems, accounting programs and other tools can be connected to your system in just a few steps without affecting the POS system. Central monitoring allows all TSS etc. and their activities to be tracked at a glance, even across multiple business locations.
**9. Easy Data Management & Data Export**
In the event of a cash register inspection, the data can be made available to the auditor quickly and easily by means of export. Via the dashboard, you always have your data available and can manage it with little effort.
**10. Suitable for Mobile POS Devices like Tablet Cash Registers**
With modern tablet cash registers, hardware fiscalization products are very complex or even impossible to implement. With fiskaly SIGN, you can still use your mobile devices like tablets and smartphones with ease.
### What to Consider Before Deploying Hardware Fiscalization Products
Hardware fiscalization products create the signature and store the information on site. To ensure tamper protection, the hardware has a certificate life (5 to 7 years). After the certificate expires, the hardware must be replaced. Hardware products are high-maintenance, costly and time-consuming. They are also difficult to scale because hardware is required per each POS system or per network.
Here you find more about [fiskaly SIGN](/solutions)

Products for fiscalization can be operated in two possible ways: Via cloud or by additional hardware. Modern POS systems often rely on cloud-based fiscalization products. Fiscalization in the cloud offers a number of advantages over hardware based ones.

Products for fiscalization can be operated in two possible ways: Via cloud or by additional hardware. Modern POS systems often rely on cloud-based fiscalization products. Fiscalization in the cloud offers a number of advantages over hardware based ones. Here are 10 advantages of using fiscalization in the cloud.

10 Advantages of fiscalization in the cloud

10 advantages of fiscalization in the cloud

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## How fiskaly supports Nissen & Velten Software GmbH with SIGN DE and DSFinV-K in the fiscalization of their POS system.
Nissen & Velten had to fiscalize their POS system in the course of the KassenSichV. Since their customers are spread all over Germany, choosing a cloud-based system that was compatible with the POS architecture (client-server) and state-of-the-art when selecting the TSS provider was essential.

## About Nissen & Velten Software GmbH
eNVenta offers smart ERP, CRM, logistics, e-commerce, and enterprise data management solutions. With its broad solution portfolio and open architecture, eNVenta supports users' digitization strategy and provides them with all the tools they need for flexible and fast communication channels and end-to-end process chains. A portfolio of preconfigured industry solutions for technical wholesale, SHK trade, steel trade, and electrical wholesale reduces individual adaptations to a minimum.

## The challenge
Nissen & Velten wanted to implement the KassenSichV with a cloud-based TSS in compliance with the law and find a solution for the legally required DSFinV-K exports. Furthermore, with customers spread all over Germany, the topics of a cloud solution without hardware, rapid implementation, transparent communication, and compatibility with the POS system played a special role for Nissen & Velten in selecting the provider.

> The challenge was to find a solution that could be used flexibly at our wholesalers. We have distributed locations and a heterogeneous IT landscape, partly with PC, ThinClient, terminal server, and data center operation. Therefore, we were looking for a solution that could be used in all scenarios. The integration of a cloud solution was the obvious choice.

*Jörg Nissen, Managing Director Nissen & Velten*

## The requirements of Nissen & Velten
- Implement legally compliant Cloud TSS incl. DSFinV-K exports without hardware
- A carefree package for end customers: Fiscalize the POS with one click
- Simple and fast implementation of KassenSichV
- Rapid fiscalization of your customers' POS within Germany despite distributed locations

## The solution
With fiskaly SIGN DE, Nissen & Velten was able to integrate Cloud TSS within a short period of time. Supplemented by fiskaly DSFinV-K, the legally required exports can be created with one click. Thus, the POS system is fiscalization compliant without any additional
hardware.

## The steps to fiscalization with fiskaly SIGN DE
1. exchange with the fiskaly expert team regarding the individual requirements and possibilities
2. free testing of the SIGN DE API and technical kick-off with the fiskaly experts, including individual onboarding
3. implementation of fiskaly SIGN DE and fiskaly DSFINV-K
4. go-live and automated rollout to all customers

## The results
- Fiscalization of the POS system with fiskaly SIGN DE could be implemented with less time than planned, within six working days
- Centralized rollout and easy data management via fiskaly Management API across all locations within Germany - completely without hardware
- Fiscalization carefree package for end customers with the one-click rollout
- With detailed documentation and transparent communication, issues can be quickly resolved through self-service

> With fiskaly's cloud solution, we could connect all workstations easily and quickly. Moreover, thanks to the central solution, Nissen & Velten only had to ensure one connection and could implement the solution at all wholesalers.

*Jörg Nissen, Managing Director Nissen & Velten*

## Why fiskaly?
fiskaly is the #1 fiscalization solution for enterprises: As the market leader for Cloud TSS in Germany, we demonstrate experience and expertise to help you quickly and efficiently implement and successfully operate cloud-based fiscalization via API.


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Nissen & Velten had to fiscalize their POS system in the course of the KassenSichV. Since their customers are spread all over Germany, choosing a cloud-based system that was compatible with the POS architecture (client-server) and state-of-the-art when selecting the TSS provider was essential.

How fiskaly supports Nissen&Velten Software GmbH with SIGN DE (KassenSichV) and DSFinV-K in the fiscalization of their POS system.

Customer Success Story Nissen & Velten with fiskaly

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# Server Site Germany
At fiskaly we take a thorough interest in data protection and data security, because our customers’ data security is very important to us.
## All data is stored exclusively in Germany.
**In which data center is the data of the fiskaly Cloud stored?** As required by the KassenSichV, the data may only be stored in Germany. fiskaly hosts and archives the data from the fiskaly Cloud in Frankfurt am Main (Germany), in highly secured data centers. fiskaly fulfills all legal requirements and data protection guidelines that exist for this area.
If you have any further questions, we are happy to assist you: [sales@fiskaly.com](mailto:sales@fiskaly.com).
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## Is there any more information on this?
You find all certificates for our products and security on our [certificates website](/certificates).

Data storage fiskaly Cloud - Server Site Germany. As required by the KassenSichV, the data from fiskaly Cloud is stored only in Germany, in highly secured data centers.

Data storage fiskaly Cloud - Server Site Germany. As required by KassenSichV, data from fiskaly Cloud is stored only in Germany, in highly secured data centers.

Data storage fiskaly Cloud

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# The app
With the app fiskalcheck you can easily and free of charge check your compliance to KassenSichV.
fiskalcheck enables a simple check of the QR code of receipts, eReceipts, etc. issued in Germany. The check takes into account the requirements for receipts from the German Cash Security Ordinance (KassenSichV) as well as the DSFinV‑K — the digital interface of the tax authorities for cash register systems.
The checking app fiskalcheck is available free of charge and is developed by fiskaly, the leading manufacturer for Cloud TSS.

## How does it work?
The app is easy to use. Simply scan QR code, and the validation report will be displayed immediately. This gives you a fast and secure way to verify your TSS signature.

## Overview of the features
- Easy to use: scan QR code and view validation report
- Signature verification of the transaction according to BSI TR-03151
- Validation of the processType and the processData according to DSFinV‑K
- Validation of individual fields according to DSFinV‑K specifications for QR codes on receipts
- Deriving the TSE serial number
- Simplified visualization of the individual data fields
- Simple representation of validation errors
- Transfer information from the validation report to other applications via copy/paste

## Available soon:
Certificate validation and matching with root certificates from fiskaly and other TSE providers will be available soon, as well as visualization and display of each validation step.

## Download
The app fiskalcheck can be downloaded free of charge from the following links in the Google Play Store (Android) and the Apple App Store (iOS).

[Google Play Store (Android)](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fiskaly.fiskalcheck)

[Apple App Store (iOS)](https://apps.apple.com/de/app/fiskalcheck/id1579067321)

fiskalcheck app - with the app fiskalcheck you can easily and free of charge check your compliance to KassenSichV.

fiskalcheck app

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## fiskaly Cloud TSS V2 is the certified TSS!
The certified fiskaly Cloud TSS is stable and can now be integrated. To do this, you migrate the system to V2.
## Migrate now to Cloud TSS V2!
Get started now with fiskaly’s certified Cloud TSS. To do this, you migrate the system from V1 to V2. With V2, we have revised and improved the system and incorporated your feedback. Thus, V2 is our best and most stable system. Important! V2 is the only certified Cloud TSS from fiskaly.
## Why is the migration to V2 important?
To comply with the legal requirements you need to migrate to V2. With the migration to V2, you can expect a revised system that works better and more stable than V1.
## The benefits at a glance
- V2 is THE certified Cloud TSS from fiskaly - A even better system - A even more stable system - Customer feedback was taken into account - Higher customer satisfaction - If you have any questions, please contact our sales team at sales@fiskaly.com.

Only the fiskaly Cloud TSS V2 is the certified TSS! In this article you will learn why the migration to the fiskaly Cloud TSS V2 is important and why you should definitely implement it now.

fiskaly Cloud TSS Migration to V2.

Cloud TSS migration to V2

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After the cancellation of EuroCIS in 2021 due to corona, the time has come - the largest trade fair for retail technology will be held on site again. Where and when the trade fair will take place, who will participate and to which presentations we cordially invite you to you can find out in this article.
**When and where?**
The popular trade fair EuroCIS will take place this year from 31st May to 2nd June at the Düsseldorf Exhibition Center. The fair building is located at Stockumer Kirchstraße 61. The fair hours are from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on each of the three days.
**Who? Which booth?**
Our fiskaly Sales Team and the founders Johannes Ferner, Simon Tragatschnig and Patrick Gaubatz will be at the fair from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on each of the three days. Exact location is the booth with the number D02 in hall 10.
![fiskaly booth D02 in hall 10](/img/2682492.png)
**fiskaly presentations**
Two exciting presentations by fiskaly are scheduled for June 1st and 2nd.
The first presentation will take place on June 1st from 2:40 p.m. to 3 p.m. and will be held by fiskaly's CEO Johannes Ferner and orderbird's CTO Frank Schlesinger. The topic: "Lessons Learned: Two years of TSS integration, rollout and operation in the context of KassenSichV".
👉 [Click here for the fiskaly presentation on the Technology Stage](https://events.euroshop.de/de/veranstaltung/lessons-learned-zwei-jahre-tse 'Link to the first presentation')
The second presentation with the topic "The e-receipt - more than just a digital receipt", which will take place from 12 noon to 12:20 pm, will be held by CEO Johannes Ferner and Teamleader Sales & Business Development Elias Priesching.
👉 [Click here to go to the fiskaly presentation on the Connected Retail Stage](https://events.euroshop.de/de/veranstaltung/der-e-beleg 'Link to second presentation')
We are happy to welcome all participants and invite you to attend the presentations. You can also visit us at our booth, where our team will be happy to have interesting conversations with you on the topics of fiscalization, digital receipt (fiskaly receipt) and cloud-based TSSs.
See you in Düsseldorf!

Exciting conversations with fiskaly await you at the EuroCIS trade fair 2022. Click here for more information about fiskaly at EuroCIS.

Great conversations with fiskaly at the EuroCIS 2022: about e-receipts, TSS integration, rollout and operation in the context of KassenSichV and much more.

EuroCIS 2022 - Largest trade fair for retail technology

fiskaly at EuroCIS 2022 - Largest trade fair for retail technology

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Here at fiskaly #peoplecomefirst. The way fiskaly's leadership deals with employees makes us feel secure and appreciated even in challenging times. CEO Johannes Ferner, COO Simon Tragatschnig and CTO Patrick Gaubatz, decided to financially support the employees.

### Fighting inflation

CEO Johannes Ferner correctly stated, "The inflation rate continued to rise in July and is now at 9.3% - we are all clearly feeling these effects."

For this reason, the leadership team decided to compensate for the inflation for all employees through voluntary additional payments on top of the regular salary. A budget of 100,000 euros was set for this purpose, which will be used for fiskaly staff to tackle the immediate challenges until the end of the year.

### Well-being = company success

Our leadership team agrees that the company’s success depends directly on our well-being. Our team appreciates this simple but effective measure.

### Further support

It is unclear how the situation in Austria will develop in the coming months, but the trend does not indicate that inflation will decrease. This leaves the further course of action of the leadership open, but the development of the situation will continue to be monitored. CEO Johannes Ferner does not rule out further financial support.

My opinion as a fiskaly employee: Great measure, great employer!

Find out how fiskaly's leadership reacts to the high inflation rate in Austria and helps their employees in challenging times.

fiskaly's inflation bonus for employees

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hokona GmbH and fiskaly GmbH have entered into a partnership that holds a lot of potential and has fruitful prospects for the future. The first success was already recorded after a short time: The development of a cloud fiscalization system for SAP Customer Checkout by hokona - the [TSE4CLOUD](https://www.hokona.de/allianzen/fiskaly-cloud-tse-sap-customer-checkout/tse4cloud-sicht-des-cco-partners/). Find out what SAP Customer Checkout actually is, how fiskaly's cloud solution works and why these two are a perfect match in this blog.
## hokona's SAP Customer Checkout
[SAP Customer Checkout](https://www.hokona.de/idee/) is a 100% SAP product based on an API (Application Programming Interface). This product from hokona represents a device-independent checkout system. This means that it can be fully functionally integrated on both terminals and tablets.
The big advantage for any customer is that they can develop plugins in the backend through the open API, allowing them to customize the SAP Customer Checkout interface at any time. In addition, hokona offers quick-start support for integration, rollout, training and customizing of the product. hokona's development team works cyclically in the background to develop new products and features, creating further benefits for customers.
The extensive product portfolio and strong support from hokona provide an excellent overview and transparency of the product and complete SAP Customer Checkout.
## fiskaly's Cloud TSS - on cloud 7
The [fiskaly SIGN products](https://www.fiskaly.com/solutions) form the only, true cloud TSS solutions for the fiscalization of transactions of a POS system on the market. Certified in Germany until 2029 and 100% compliant with the law.
The big advantage of this solution is that merchants can purchase the TSSs via a monthly rental model - without any hardware at all. Another major advantage over a hardware solution is the reduced effort for the customer, as updates and certificate term extensions of the cloud TSSs run in the background and the customer is unaware of them. In the case of hardware TSSs, the hardware components have to be replaced after certain periods (3, 5 or a maximum of 7 years) or in the case of updates, which involves a great deal of effort and expense for the customer. In addition, the support of the cloud application is not the responsibility of the customer's own IT department but of the provider of such a cloud solution, in this case fiskaly, which further reduces the customer's effort.
**Details for technicians**
The Electronic Recording System (ERS) communicates with the TSS via the embedding interface (Secure Element API, SE-API) specified in [BSI TR-03151 and BSI TR-03151-AMT](https://www.bsi.bund.de/DE/Themen/Unternehmen-und-Organisationen/Standards-und-Zertifizierung/Technische-Richtlinien/TR-nach-Thema-sortiert/tr03151/tr03151_node.html) using a TLS connection. The SE-API is integrated into the SMAERS. The embedding interface is accessed via a Remote Procedure Call (RPC) based API. An RPC request is sent to an http endpoint of the embedding interface, which responds with an RPC response. The binding interface acts as a server here. The data of a request and a response are sent as protocol buffers.
The argument of a network failure is not a problem in the case of a cloud TSS. The legislator explicitly allows the electronic input system (cash register) to continue operating even if the technical security equipment is disrupted by a network failure. The checkout process continues and the receipt must contain the information about the TSS failure.
Detailed information can be found here 👉 [fiskaly's cloud solution](https://www.fiskaly.com/solution-kassensichv)
## Interaction of the solutions - TSE4CLOUD
The new concept "TSE4CLOUD" developed by hokona and fiskaly combines hokona's SAP Customer Checkout POS system with the fiskaly SIGN DE product. In this way, the two IT expert companies create an all-round package for checkouts with fast integration, strong support, a know-how base and optimal legal compliance.
Simplified, the process of the concept runs as follows:
1. The transaction data created on the SAP Customer Checkout is communicated in encrypted form to fiskaly's cloud TSS. 2. In the second step, the security device signs the individual products and the receipt. 3. In the final step, the TSS sends the signed transaction back to the POS system.
The customer doesn't notice anything, gets the signed receipt in the shortest time and could enjoy the benefits and design of SAP Customer Checkout.
TSE4CLOUD is always up to date, is rented monthly and the contract runs as long as the retailer needs it. The requirements of the cash register security regulation ([KassenSichV](https://kassensichv.net/fiskademy)) are fulfilled by TSE4CLOUD.
You can also find a visual description in the new video from hokona on their website 👉 [TSE4CLOUD in a nutshell](https://www.hokona.de/hokona-tse4cloud-sap-cco/)

The partnership between hokona and fiskaly is bearing fruit: The TSE4Cloud. Find out what SAP Customer Checkout actually is, how fiskaly's cloud solution works and why these two are a perfect match.

Find information about hokona's SAP Customer Checkout, fiskaly's SIGN products and their joint success "TSE4CLOUD" all in one blog post.

hokona + fiskaly - Cloud TSS for SAP Customer Checkout

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# fiskaly is like family
fiskaly is like family to me; that much was obvious to me very quickly, after the first job interview, which was pleasant and relaxed. Fun and work have never been combined as beautifully as here!
Especially in a startup, there are not always clear tracks to follow for every topic and every challenge, but that's what makes it so appealing to me. To find your own paths, to acquire knowledge yourself, to discuss things in a team, to move forward in a team. For me, team is an essential concept in my professional life, which I want to embrace in order to develop, and fiskaly provides the right conditions for this.
After more than two years I can say that we as fiskaly have found and grown many talents, mastered a lot of challenges in an agile and skillful way, and a lot of laughter and discussions have made us a team.
I am happy to be part of fiskaly and look forward to the future!

I love to work for fiskaly because fun and work go hand in hand everyday. What appeals to me most, is the constant opportunity to challenge myself and learn new things. 

Boarding the rocket ship

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At fiskaly #peoplecomefirst. We want to introduce you to these people we care about. They are our most significant driving force for success. We start with Benjamin Falk, our technical product owner of the DSFinV-K product.

Find out who we are and why our colleagues enjoy working at fiskaly.

### Tell me about your background. 

I am originally from Austria but I traveled a bit around the world before I ended up back in Vienna. Programming was already a topic for me when I was a little kid. Nevertheless, it was the combination of graphics and programming that really caught my attention, which brought me to study graphic design. However, over the years it all shifted to only programming.

### What is something most people do not know about you?

I was living in Africa for a year. It was quite an interesting experience getting to know cultures of different African countries. It was interesting to become acquainted with the mentality and lifestyles of the locals. It was a very eye-opening but also challenging experience.

### What are the words that come to your mind when thinking about fiskaly’s culture? 

* Open-minded - if you see the need for something new, which would solve a problem, you are free to implement it. Whenever I feel I want to try something different, something new, I am allowed to do so.

For example, we needed to experiment with the way we publish our software. One idea was to use a new tool which I tested for a couple of weeks. I got the support and time to set it up. This is an example of how we set up our production environment.

*  Family - we are like a big family. The atmosphere here is in general very open and familiar. The interpersonal relations are very nice as well. If anyone has a downer in life or a high moment, there are people with whom to share these things and who really listen.

### What is your favorite part about working at fiskaly?

What i like most is having the chance to grow. It's sometimes challenging, yet there are many opportunities to develop your skills and yourself. 

For this, I have tons of examples. I started at fiskaly as a front-end developer. Meaning, I got very specific tasks. At some point, the company needed more. I was not familiar with the tools we were using. Kubernetes for example. So I had a very steep learning curve in the beginning. And after some time, it has become very rewarding as you can extend your skills quite a bit.

What I am doing now is something completely different from what I did at the beginning of my career. Every day has a new opportunity to learn new things which helps us improve our products. High availability of our products is challenging but at the same time an interesting task.

### What is your most remarkable/unforgettable fail? What have you learned from it?

When working at fiskaly? Well, breaking one of our software products, bringing all our customers to a full stop basically, and fixing it within a day. That was quite stressful.

Instead of blaming me for breaking the product, together with 3 or 4 of my colleagues, we brainstormed, thought about the possible solutions, and fixed it together within a day.

### What advice do you have for someone in your field, applying for a job at fiskaly?

Having skills is not everything. Wanting to understand things deeper helps a lot.

At fiskaly #peoplecomefirst. We prepared an interview with Benjamin Falk, our Technical Product Owner of the DSFinV-K product, to introduce you to one of those awesome people.

My opportunity to grow

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The compliance of the TSS is already given by the extensive and so far longest certification of the fiskaly Cloud TSS. Due to various “market” opinions, we have decided to obtain an additional expert opinion from a respected auditing firm.
The details of the statement as well as the summary of the panel discussion of 12/07/2021 can be found in our KassenSichV Blogpost [Certified operation of the fiskaly Cloud TSS](https://kassensichv.net/en/certified-operation-of-the-fiskaly-cloud-tss-2/).
Watch the panel discussion on our [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7V1mAA1ovrk&list=PLAnY4fJEwmOvxWcYhqiS69DwSQCfNU48s).

Advisory Opinion on fiskaly Cloud TSS - due to various “market” opinions, we have decided to obtain an additional expert opinion from a respected auditing firm.

Advisory Opinion on fiskaly Cloud TSS

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Until September 2020 retailers have to upgrade their POS systems in accordance with the KassenSichV.
SAP® customers can now benefit from a new solution: a cooperation between Consult-SK GmbH and fiskaly has resulted in an add-on that serves as a central entry point to cash register data management, which brings along the TSS right away.

All-in-One POS data solution: Receipt4S® and Cloud TSE from fiskaly -SAP® customers can now benefit from a new solution: a cooperation between Consult-SK GmbH and fiskaly. 

All-in-One POS data solution: Receipt4S® and Cloud TSE from fiskaly -SAP® customers can now benefit from  cooperation between Consult-SK GmbH and fiskaly.

All-in-One POS data solution - Receipt4S® and fiskaly Cloud-TSE 

Receipt4S® and Cloud TSS from fiskaly

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We are pleased about the interview with Johannes Ferner, CEO, in the Close-Up section of the Süddeutsche Zeitung.
In the interview, he talks about tamper protection for cash registers, cloud TSS, IT security and Johannes Ferner as a person.
Many thanks to Mr. Kläsgen from the SZ for the exciting interview!
[The full interview can be read on the website of the Süddeutsche Zeitung](https://www.sueddeutsche.de/wirtschaft/nahaufnahme-digitaler-kassenwart-1.4997221).

CEO Johannes Ferner in Süddeutsche Zeitung (SZ) - In the interview, he talks about tamper protection for cash registers, cloud TSS, IT security and Johannes Ferner as a person.

CEO Johannes Ferner in newspaper SZ

CEO Johannes Ferner in Süddeutsche Zeitung

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The fiskaly sign.DE Cloud TSS is only valid combined with the certificate of conformity & the conformity report of the BSI (German Federal Office for Information Security).
These are available for download in our KassenSichV Blog:
[Certified Operation of fiskaly Cloud TSS](https://kassensichv.net/en/certified-operation-of-the-fiskaly-cloud-tss-2/).

The fiskaly sign.DE Cloud TSS is only valid combined with the certificate of conformity & the conformity report of the BSI (German Federal Office for Information Security). 

BSI Certificate of Conformity & Conformity Report

Certificate of Conformity and Conformity Report

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## fiskaly Cloud-TSS does NOT require any hardware!
On this occasion we would like to clarify that the TSE solution from fiskaly is a **pure software solution** and does not contain any hardware component (at the cash registers) in any form.

We point out that fiskaly SMAERS **does not use TPM** (Trusted Platform Module). Mr. Joachim Müller, spokesman of the BSI (German Federal Office of Information Security) confirms these statements:

**"There are also solutions in certification that do not require dedicated security hardware in the POS environment”.**

Here you can find the document, which can also be used as a divisible confirmation: [TPM confirmation](/img/fiskaly-tpm-bestätigung.pdf)

Clarification - fiskaly Cloud TSS does NOT require any hardware! fiskaly's Cloud TSS solution is a software solution and does not contain any hardware component (at the cash registers) in any form.

fiskaly Cloud TSS does NOT require any hardware - clarification

Clarification: fiskaly Cloud TSS does NOT require any hardware

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We as the TSS manufactuerer decided to implement the environment protection. Thus, neither requirements nor implementation need to be passed on to you or your customers.
With the fiskaly SIGN DE Cloud TSS, you can already put a check mark on the implementation of the environment protection.

Environment Protection Concept of the fiskaly SIGN DE Cloud TSS - fiskaly takes care of it, so you can realax.

Environment Protection Concept of fiskaly's Cloud TSS

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The **Markant Group**, the largest service cooperation for suppliers and dealers in Germany and Europe, concludes a long-term partnership with fiskaly.
This partnership enables Markant’s trading partners to implement a scalable and modern fiscalization solution for the German KassenSichV. The international orientation of both companies fits together very well.

fiskaly and Markant enter long-term partnership - which enables Markant’s trading partners to implement a scalable and modern fiscalization solution for the German KassenSichV.

fiskaly and Markant enter long-term partnership which enables Markant’s trading partners to implement a scalable modern fiscalization solution for KassenSichV.

fiskaly and Markant enter long-term partnership

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We are looking forward to our participation at [EuroShop](https://www.euroshop-tradefair.com/) that takes place from 16.–20. February 2020 in Düsseldorf!

Come visit us at our Stand H05 in Hall 6, and get to know our team.

Or inform yourself at one of our talks about our product at 17.02. At 17.02. at 4 p.m (in English) or at 19.02.20 at 1 pm. (in German) in the main hall.

fiskaly at Euroshop 2020 - We are looking forward to our participation at EuroShop that takes place from 16.–20. February 2020 in Düsseldorf! Come visit us at our Stand H05 in Hall 6 and get to know our team.

fiskaly is looking forward to taking part in EuroShop 2020 in Düsseldorf! Come visit us and talk about the future of fiscalisation and Cloud TSS.

fiskaly at Euroshop 2020

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## The fiskaly Cloud TSS is certified until 2029!
Hard Facts about fiskaly Cloud TSS:
- the only Cloud TSS with the maximum certificate duration until 2029! - true Cloud TSS without additional hardware requirements like a TPM module! - scalable operation & roll-out! - open for innovative retail concepts!
[![Verfahrensnummer BSI-K TR-0403-2021](/img/rsz_1rsz_certificate_tr-03153.png "Verfahrensnummer BSI-K TR-0403-2021")](/img/tr-zertifikat_fiskaly_bsi-k-tr-0403-2021.pdf)

fiskaly Cloud TSS certified until 2029! Here you'll find the hard facts to our Cloud TSS - the only fully cloud-based TSS!

fiskaly Cloud TSS certified until 2029

fiskaly Cloud TSS  certified until 2029

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We are happy to say that we are covered in this year’s **Startup Report Austria 2019/2020**! The report contains numerous tips, interesting insights and inspiring experiences from our CEO Johannes Ferner.

**Many thanks for the exciting interview!**
More information about startup report at: [www.startupreport.at](https://www.startupreport.at/)

fiskaly in the Startup Report Austria 2019/2020. We are happy about this opportunity - keep on reading!

fiskaly in the Startup Report Austria 2019/2020

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The digital receipt is a modern and environmentally friendly solution to the obligation to issue receipts, which has been mandatory since the Kassensicherungsverordnung came into force. [Junge Gründer](https://www.junge-gruender.de/) gave us the opportunity for an interview and to present our [eReceipt](https://receipt.fiskaly.com/en).

Many thanks for this opportunity and the interesting interview!
(Unfortunately, the interview is no longer available on the website of Junge Gründer.)

fiskaly Interview with Junge Gründer: The future of the digital receipts.

Interview with Junge Gründer: The Future of Digital Receipt

fiskaly Interview with Junge Gründer: The future of the digital receipt

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Your appointment with fiskaly at Euroshop 2020
Meet the experts from fiskaly at Euroshop 2020 and get all the information about our cloud-based TSS. Arrange your personal meeting. You find our stand H5 in hall 6.

fiskaly presentation at the Euroshop
Get all information about the KassenSichV and the possibilities of the Cloud TSS in our presentations:

KassenSichV for Omnichannel: Challenges of train-by-train business (English):
On 17.02.2020 at 4 p.m. at the Omnichannel Stage.

KassenSichV - Integration and Administration of Technical Security System (TSS) for cash registers (German):
On 19th of February 2020 at 1.p.m. on the Retail Technology stage in the main hall.


KassenSichV and the possibilities of Cloud TSS at our expert presentations at EuroShop 2020! We are speakers at the Omnichannel Stage and the Retail Technology Stage.

KassenSichV and possibilities of Cloud TSS at our expert presentations at EuroShop 2020! We are speakers at Omnichannel Stage and Retail Technology Stage.

fiskaly presentations at EuroShop 2020

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As of this week, the fiskaly Cloud TSS can be connected through our partners and middleware providers efsta and fiskaltrust.
Congratulations on the successful completion of the project!

As of this week, the fiskaly Cloud TSS can be connected through our partners and middleware providers efsta and fiskaltrust.

Cloud TSS through middleware providers efsta & fiskaltrust

Cloud TSS and middleware providers

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The cooperation between fiskaly and [snap](https://www.snapconsult.com/) resulted in a special solution for SAP ERP and S/4HANA, which enables a fully integrated implementation of a Cloud TSS.

The ABAP-based TSS can be integrated into existing SAP POS cash sales processes either by itself or by an “all-around carefree package”.

The solution also enables optimization at the POS: payment terminals such as Hobex, Six, or Card Complete can be integrated directly into the SAP or S/4HANA system!

Read more: [www.snapconsult.com](https://www.snapconsult.com/snapware-smarte-softwareloesungen-fuer-wertvolle-sap-prozesse/snapware-finanzen/kassensichv-de-tse-fuer-sap-erp-s/4hana)

The cooperation between fiskaly and snap resulted in a special solution for SAP ERP and S/4HANA, which enables a fully integrated implementation of a Cloud TSS.

fiskaly Cloud-TSS for SAP ERP and S/4HANA

Fully integrated implementation of Cloud TSS for SAP ERP and S/4HANA

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## ISO 27001 certified
fiskaly received ISO 27001 certification on February 18, 2021 after an intensive audit process.
“Our aspiration is to maintain high-quality standards in information security so that we can meet the expectations of our customers now and in the future,” Johannes Ferner, CEO, explains the motivation for carrying out the certification process.
[![Iso 27001](/img/iso27001-zertifikat-fiskaly-gmbh.png "Zertifikat ISO 27001")](/img/iso27001-zertifikat-fiskaly-gmbh-2021.pdf)

fiskaly received ISO 27001 certification on February 18, 2021 after an intensive audit process.

ISO 27001 Certification

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Due to his exceptional leadership qualities and achievements as CEO of fiskaly, the jury decided to select Johannes Ferner for the Forbes 30 Under 30 list.
The team is very very proud and congratulates!
[Click here](https://www.forbes.at/artikel/johannes-ferner.html) for the full article on the Forbes website.

We are proud to congratulate our fiskaly CEO Johannes Ferner for making it on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list!

Johannes Ferner on Forbes 30 under 30

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From now on, we are represented in Germany with our own GmbH — the fiskaly Germany GmbH! The fiskaly Germany GmbH is a 100% subsidiary company of the fiskaly GmbH.

With our new structure, we are even closer to you — our customers — in Germany and can provide you with excellent support when it comes to fiscalization and the KassenSichV.

We have been registered in the Handelsregister since 6.11.2019 with the number HRB 117187.

From now on, we are represented in Germany with our own GmbH - so we are even closer to you, our customers, in Germany and can support you perfectly in matters of fiscalization and KassenSichV.

fiskaly Germany GmbH has become official. Now we are even closer to you, our customers, and can provide you with perfect support when it comes to KassenSichV.

Launch of fiskaly Germany GmbH

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We are pleased about the official handover of the ISO 27001 certificate on site in our office in compliance with the hygiene regulations. We thank our certification partner CIS for the harmonious support and cooperation.
The timing for the ISO 27001 certification was exactly right: For a startup, processes are rather secondary at the beginning. As soon as you reach a certain size, you realize how important standardized processes and responsibilities are. We have decided to grow with a functioning ISMS and realize every day that this is an important step towards success, towards our vision: We will become the European market leader for fiscalization solutions!

We are pleased about the official handover of the ISO 27001 certificate. We thank our certification partner CIS for the harmonious support and cooperation during this process.

We are pleased about the official handover of ISO 27001 certificate. We thank our certification partner CIS for the support and cooperation during this process.

Official handover of ISO 27001 Certificate

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fiskaly promotes an open exchange between different stakeholders on the topic of fiscalization. In this context, the panel discussion on fiscalization took place.
**We were pleased to welcome to the podium:**

* Tobias Teutemacher – Tax Investigation Unit — Münster Tax Office for Criminal Tax Matters and Tax Investigation  * Frank Schlesinger – Speaker IGZTK & CTO Orderbird AG -  Anne Rinkenberger – Chartered Accountant & Tax Consultant 
* Johannes Ferner – CEO fiskaly GmbH 
* hosted by Elias Priesching – fiskaly GmbH

**You can watch the recording of the panel discussion on fiscalization on our [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn6R85hAAcnUmF9wAl59MuQ).**

Panel Discussion on Fiscalization – fiskaly promotes an open exchange between different stakeholders on the topic of fiscalization. In this context, the panel discussion on fiscalization took place.

Panel Discussion on Fiscalization – fiskaly promotes open exchange among different stakeholders on the topic of fiscalization.

Panel Discussion on Fiscalization

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## Efficient and cost-effective implementation of the Kassensicherungsverordnung.
From October 2020, cash register systems must be adapted in accordance with the Kassensicherungsverordnung. However, the regulations and challenges associated with this will create hurdles for many companies. Companies can now benefit from a new solution: fiskaly’s partnership with [EFSTA](https://www.efsta.eu/at/) has resulted in a complete package that meets and covers the requirements of the Kassensicherungsverordnung.

fiskaly’s partnership with EFSTA has resulted in a complete package that meets and covers the requirements of the Kassensicherungsverordnung.

Partnership of EFSTA with fiskaly

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fiskaly receives SMAERS certificate from the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI). This component is a core component of the fiskaly Cloud TSS. The final TR test checks our TSS system as a whole.
On our [Certificates Site](/certificates) you can find all relevant certificates for our products.

fiskaly receives SMAERS certificate from the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI). This component is a core component of the fiskaly Cloud TSS.

TSS SMAERS Certification

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We are extremely pleased to have finally received the TSS certificate for our CSP‑L. Reaching this milestone is a big step because the TSS CSP‑L component is a core part of the Technical Safety System (TSS).
“I am extremely pleased to receive the first fully comprehensive TSS CSP‑L certificate for fiskaly Cloud-TSS. This again shows that fiskaly is the right partner on the topic of KassenSichV,” Johannes Ferner, CEO fiskaly.

We received the TSS certificate for our CSP‑L. Reaching this milestone is a big step because the TSS CSP‑L component is a core part of the Technical Safety System (TSS).

TSS CSP‑L Certification

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Probably everyone likes having a break during their busy workday. This does not require coffee or any hot beverage. What's vital to a proper break is clearing your head for a few minutes and thinking about something other than a huge task you've got ahead of you. Working on something else, ideally in collaboration with others, forces my attention away from a problem I might be stuck with.

Less than a month ago, I asked for a jigsaw puzzle for the office. I cannot have more than 2, maximum 3 cups of coffee a day. For some time now, any caffeinated drink after 3 pm is a sure way to prevent me from sleeping well. What will not interfere with my sleep though, is finding pieces that fit together. To fight entropy a bit longer while I can and feel like I have accomplished a little deed without the necessity of finishing it entirely.

My intention was to create an occasion that makes people comfortable in giving themselves a break while connecting with their colleagues during a shared experience. I dare say, this small initiative worked out quite well. Be it at work or when putting together a puzzle, it goes much faster and more smoothly when you’re not doing it alone but as a team. In both cases, people bring different parts and create something bigger and more whole.

### Puzzling about this person

It's been more than a year since we moved into our new office. Additionally, we got so many awesome people to join us, we had to rent additional space to provide a place for everyone who likes to come to the office and be around their teammates and colleagues. In fact, we're now twice as many people compared to when we moved in.

Each time someone joins, my favorite part during the onboarding is to see them being welcomed to their respective team. I also get to meet a lot of them before their first day. So I know their names and have spent an hour talking with them during our first interview. For that, I count myself lucky.

Only some get to chat with a new colleague before they meet them for the first time in person. More accurately, most people don't. Doubling in size makes it more of a challenge to keep track of all the new faces you encounter in the hallway. One of the places to run into our newbies is, of course, the kitchen when you grab a coffee. Still, not everyone is into coffee.

### Not puzzling over the results

I'm not the only one who tends to make their way to the puzzle instead of the kitchen. It’s wonderful to share people's joy when they find a piece they've been looking for since two days ago. To see how the bigger picture comes together. Also, it does so amazingly fast. That is just another reminder that collaboration is vital to our shared human experience. 

What goes without saying, because it’s so vital, is that you need all of the pieces to make it work. In the context of puzzles alone, there is no need to put a lot of emphasis on this. While for people, it’s not stressed enough. With our varied backgrounds and different experiences, we all bring unique parts to create something new and more awesome together. There sure are a lot of parallels between a puzzle and a team. However, with people, the picture only keeps getting more alive and colorful.

Clearing your head for a few minutes and thinking about something other than a huge task you've got ahead of you is vital to a proper break. Working on something else, ideally in collaboration with others, is the right way to go. A puzzle comes in handy here.

Puzzled

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## 3 easy steps to the fiskaly dashboard test
1. visit [dashboard.fiskaly.com](https://dashboard.fiskaly.com/) 2. sign in with Google, LinkedIn, Microsoft account or your email address 3. confirm your registration and get started
## fiskaly Dashboard
With the fiskaly Dashboard you can manage organisations and their users. In addition, the dashboard gives an overview of your booked products at fiskaly.
## Free registration for the fiskaly Dashboard
To use the fiskaly Dashboard you need your own account. You can create one for free in the Dashboard.
## Registration and first login
1. You can log in to fiskaly with your Google, LinkedIn or Microsoft account. Alternatively, you can also create an account with your email address. 2. Following registration, you will receive an email to activate your account. The activation link is valid for 5 minutes. 3. The first time you log in, you will be asked to create an organisation. Create a test organisation. To do this, fill in the name of the organisation (step 1) and the address fields (step 2). 4. In the last step, the address of the organisation is stored by default. For testing purposes, you can also create the organisation without entering the billing address. 5. Click on "Create" to finish. Now you can test the fiskaly system for free.
The fiskaly Dashboard user manual can be found on the fiskaly developer website.

Simply convince yourself of fiskaly and test our dashboard now for free.

Test fiskaly Dashboard now for free.

Test fiskaly Dashboard now for free

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I like to read … a lot. The clever app on my mobile phone tells me, this year I’ve already read 10 books, 2.714 pages. What I like even more than reading, is being able to talk about what I’ve read with other people. To have different opinions and perspectives only makes it more enjoyable and interesting. There are so many stories you can get out of a piece of writing once it is a shared experience; discussions you would probably not have had otherwise.
This is why Sylvia and I pitched the idea of a book club to Simon, our COO here at fiskaly, in the summer of 2021. We were convinced that this would be a chance to get to know our colleagues better and learn from one another. What we also wanted this project to become, is something that has an impact outside of the company and supports a charitable cause. From the beginning we had an organisation in mind that has made supporting refugees in Austria its main mission. And so it was decided; for every member of the book club, fiskaly would donate a certain amount of money to a charitable cause on a monthly basis.
People becoming refugees is not new. It’s happening all over the world, all the time and it requires ongoing and long term support to make a difference in people's lives. These days, with the ongoing war in Ukraine, the reality of people being forced to flee their homes is probably more present in our minds than it has been at any given time before.
Since 2002, [Ute Bock](https://www.fraubock.at/de/) has been the leading NGO when it comes to supporting refugees in Austria. They know how to provide shelter, do consulting, organise German classes and so much more. We cannot contribute to their cause with our skills or our expertise. What we can do is educate ourselves, not look away and donate to an ongoing effort to improve the lives of people who had to leave behind a lot, sometimes everything, and start over again.
In April of 2022 we are reading _The Song Of Achilles_ by Madeline Miller and I am already looking forward to discussing it with my fellow readers.
And here’s a list of what we’ve read so far:
- _Without You, There Is No Us_ by Suki Kim - _An Absolutely Remarkable Thing_ by Hank Green - _An Beautifully Foolish Endeavour_ by Hank Green - _The Fault In Our Stars_ by John Green - _Why Fish Don’t Exist_ by Lulu Miller
So if this sounds like something you’d be interested in being a part of, have a look at our open positions. We are always looking for motivated people who want to work - and hopefully read - with us.

From pitching an idea to the realisation of a successful project. Have a look how reading awesome books with your teammates can be not only good for your brain and soul but also changing the world for the better. 

The Bookshelf

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Do we fit together? In the Cultural Fit we try to find out if we and you fit. We want to create a good working environment and atmosphere. So this step is very meaningful to us.
You got our attention with your application! Hence we will contact you to proceed with the application process. Here you can read how the Cultural Fit works and what to expect from the interview in three easy steps. 👇

### 1. Arranging the Cultural Fit

Our fiskaly team will reach out to you to arrange an interview for the Cultural Fit. You only need to enter your availability in the calendar link which is attached to the “Interview Availability” email. After that, you will get a confirmation email when your interview will take place. Please be sure to check your spam folder too - sometimes our emails end up there.
One thing is for sure: I was thrilled with how quickly and professionally the arrangement took place for my Cultural Fit.

### 2. Are we a cultural fit?

The answer starts right here. On the one hand, we want to plunge right into our culture with you and show you what it means to work for fiskaly. On the other hand, we would like to get to know you as a person. The main question is: Do we fit together? There are two different approaches depending on what position you are applying for.


**Non-technical Cultural Fit**
From the non-technical point of view, questions about your preferred working environment, your experiences in the past, and how you react to criticism are good starters for us to get the conversation rolling. In addition to that, we like to ask about your accumulated knowledge in the respective industry you applied for. Hint: Prepare for those questions.


**Technical Cultural Fit**
The technical cultural fit is adapted to applicants who applied for a job in one of our development departments. It is similar to the non-technical Cultural Fit regarding the starting questions, but we like to spice it up by asking development related questions like “Did you ever make a mistake which led to a site/app crashing?” and “What was your reaction to that? What were your learnings?”.
Our main goal of the interview, regardless of whether it is the non-technical or the technical Cultural Fit, is to get to know you as a person. It helps us find out if you are a great fit for fiskaly.
We like to chat in a relaxed atmosphere and I can assure you our fiskaly employees are very dear so there is no need to be nervous. 😄

### 3. It's time for questions 🤓

The Cultural Fit is coming to an end and now it’s your turn to ask questions. We are happy to answer everything you want to know. Whether you have questions about our culture, about fiskaly, or our interviewers: Don’t be shy, just ask.
We at fiskaly hope you like our Cultural Fit as part of our application process. If our cultures fit together we can’t wait to meet you again in our next step: The Skill & Team Fit.

To tie in with the blog on how easy fiskaly's application process works we want to deliver you a more detailed insight on the second step of the process. Click here and dive right into reading about the charms of our Cultural Fit.

The Cultural Fit - Bringing cultures together

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If you arrived at this step of the application process it means our cultures harmonize. You like our company culture and we liked you as a person. It’s time for the Skill & Team Fit, the third step of our application process! We are as excited as you are, so let’s dive right into the three steps. 👇

### 1. Meeting the team

The procedure repeats. 🔁 You will get an email from us where we would like you to enter your availability in the calendar. After that you will get a confirmation email of our interview date. We will also attach a small challenge to that email which we would like you to prepare for our upcoming interview. This time you will be in an interview with your potential future team.

### 2. Ready for a challenge?

You probably guessed it right already - you are meeting your potential future team because we want to know if you are a good fit for us. Our team members and our teamwork are very important to us - that’s why we set such a high value on finding the right person. This is our get-to-know phase where everyone introduces themselves. Furthermore, we would like to know what skills you can inspire us with and what you can contribute to our team on our journey to make fiscalization processes easier for our customers. Your prepared challenge sheet is the perfect way to show us what you are capable of. Again there are two different approaches now regarding the challenge.


**Non-technical challenge**
The non-technical challenge includes tasks which are related to the department you are applying for. I applied for the position of Content Creator in the marketing department, hence i got tasks like writing a short paragraph of a blog, creating a LinkedIn post and correcting a text.


**Technical challenge**
The technical challenge contains different kinds of tasks. I talked to Francesca, our new Developer, and she told me that she prepared a coding challenge for her Skill Fit. She got the information she needed from our development team, coded the frontend of an application and presented her work to the team step-by-step.
All in all, different positions demand different challenges. The main goal for us is to find out if you fit in our team, what your working process looks like and what skills you can bring to the team.

### 3. It’s time for questions - again 🤓

Like in the Cultural Fit interview we take our time for a question session for the Skill & Team Fit as well. You can ask us everything you want to know about our teams, our employees and about the skills we can bring to the table. Again, don’t be shy - we love it when you show interest.
With those three points of the Skill & Team Fit your application process is finished - you can lean back.


**What happens next?**
Afterwards, our team needs some time to talk about how the whole process went. If you are our fit you will get a job offer and hopefully become an official member of fiskaly. 😎

On we go with the third step of our application process. Here you can explore detailed insights of our Skill & Team Fit. What challenges await you as a applicant and what is the Team Fit all about? Let's find out.

The Skill & Team Fit - Bringing in your skills

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The war in Ukraine is shocking and alarming. With every further day, it is becoming harder to grasp the brutality against this peaceful nation.
For me, Johannes Ferner, CEO of fiskaly, the war in Ukraine is a personal matter. While doing my Master’s degree, I spent a semester in Kharkiv, Ukraine. Kharkiv was known to be a wonderful city with beautiful and relaxing locations, also famous for its tech experts. Further I got the chance to see Kiew, a magnificent capital with many historic sights.
I experienced the free country of Ukraine when the Maidan events were starting out. In this time I got to know amazing people striving for a democratic and free nation. These people and their values are now under heavy attack.
![Beautiful places in Ukraine](/img/img_20130908_144645-collage.jpg 'Beautiful places in Ukraine')
I made invaluable Ukrainian friends during that time. I can not just be a bystander. It is time to act.
Our startup, fiskaly, was founded 3 years ago. Now it employs more than 35 people out of 10 nations. We believe in an open and diverse world, and as a company we developed two ways how we can help.
First, we changed our recruiting targets. We support people who are now dislocated from their homes or aim to migrate. We offer them access to either Austrian or international employment at fiskaly. We assist people in getting the “Red-White-Red”-card (Austrian work residence permit).
Second, we have contributed € 10.000 to the international Red Cross co-founded organization “[Nachbar in Not](https://nachbarinnot.orf.at/)”. We are going to continue supporting the charity focused on helping people in Ukraine.
![Donation receipt](/img/nachbar-in-not-2.png)
[Donation receipt](/img/nachbar-in-not-Spendenbescheinigung.pdf 'fiskaly Donation receipt') | [Donate now](https://www.roteskreuz.at/spende-nachbar-in-not)
I can not imagine what the Ukrainians are going through right now. We sincerely hope and wish them all the best. Stay safe and stay free! This war is driven by a select group of people in the Russian leadership. We want to refrain from reinforcing stereotypes about nations and their people, no matter Russian, Ukrainian or any other.
\#staysafe #staystrong #peoplecomefirst
💙💛
And one more easy thing I'm asking you for - make yourself aware and share infos on how you can support locally!
![Make your teams aware of local possibilities to help!](/img/ukraine-teammeeting.jpg 'Make your teams aware of local possibilities to help!')

We at fiskaly can not just be bystanders of what is going on in Ukraine. This is why we try to do whatever we can to support the people which are now stranded by the waging war in Ukraine. 

We at fiskaly can not just be bystanders of what is going on in Ukraine. This is why we try to do whatever we can to support the people which are now stranded by the waging war in Ukraine. Here is what we did and can do to help out!

Ukraine 💙💛, we want to help and support!

Ukraine, we want to help and support

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We are a cultural fit, your skills knocked us off our feet and the whole team likes you. In addition to that, you accepted our job offer. We couldn't be happier. So how will the first few months with fiskaly look like?
Coming to a new workplace, meeting a bunch of new people, becoming acquainted with the company culture and whatnot … we feel you! It is a lot, it is all at once and it can be overwhelming. This is why we want to give you some insights on what’s ahead of you and what you can expect during your onboarding process. Speaking of which - let’s get the onboarding started.
### First contact - no seasickness on the fiskaly ship 🚢 
After it’s clear that you’ll be the newest team member here at fiskaly, our colleagues from People & Culture will be in touch with you regularly before you have set foot on site. In the “_Welcome to fiskaly_” email we’ll provide you with all the relevant information regarding the paperwork we need from you. Don’t worry, we list everything we require so nothing gets overlooked. Once this is done and you’ve sent us all the documents, we’ll get right into preparing your contract and work documents.
### \#peoplecomefirst but technology is important
We want you to feel comfortable with the tools you’ll be using every day. So let us know if you’d rather work with a Linux or Windows operating system and we’ll make sure to have the right hardware up and running on your first day at the office.
### The first two weeks - becoming a fiskaly crew member
No matter if you’re in Vienna or if you’ll be working remotely; the first two weeks are meant to give you the chance to get to know your team members and their general workflow, our company culture as well as colleagues from other departments. Your companion from People & Culture will welcome you on your first day in the office, show you around and introduce you to your buddy. Your buddy is here to guide you through the initial period at fiskaly. Your colleagues are willing to help you, so make sure you are asking them everything you want to know! 😊
### The first few months - you have properly arrived
Towards the end of your first month, we’d like you to give us some feedback on how you experienced your onboarding process. What did you like about it? Do you feel like you have settled in properly? What could we have done better to make your start at fiskaly even more enjoyable? We want to improve continuously and value your input. For us, this is also a chance to give feedback to you. After that it runs like clockwork. You will get your own big tasks, join our team events and become a proper fiskaly member.
We are looking forward to having a great time together and, of course, we are always here for anything that comes to your mind. 💡

We have reached the final step of our application process. We are happy to welcome all new fiskaly team members on board. Click here to find out what happens after the Cultural Fit and the Team & Skill Fit.