Shaping a thriving and responsible business landscape
SA leads the way in creating a competitive business environment that promotes profitable, diverse, and responsible industries, improving the standard of living for everyone.
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Associations operating on the basis of the different industrial activities involved
2000+
SA member associations, ranging from self-employed entrepreneurs to the country's largest companies
70%
Salaried employees in the Icelandic labor market are employed by SA member associations
About SA
SA is a service organization for Icelandic businesses with six associations operating on the basis of the different industrial activities involved. Over 2,000 companies in various sectors are members of SA, from self-employed entrepreneurs to the largest companies in the country. 70% of salaried employees in the Icelandic labour market are employed by SA member associations.
SA projects include negotiations of collective agreements with unions on wages and working conditions, the advocation of an internationally competitive legal and regulatory environment, and the interpretation and communication of decisions by governmental authorities that directly affect the business environment.
SA is a member of BUSINESSEUROPE.
Main areas of operation
Serve as a spokesperson for its companies
SA is the spokesperson for its companies in general business interests, and those organizations that other parties, such as government and trade unions, consult on important issues.
Influence the working environment
SA has a positive and formative influence on the work environment of the business sector, promoting a competitive and profitable business operations.
Providing access to business consulting
A business consultant answers general questions from members about operations and assists members with business analysis and restructuring.
Analyse conditions and prospects in the business sector
SA is diligent in assisting their companies in keeping track of the business environment with robust analyses and information sharing.
Influence laws and regulations
SA are active participants in the shaping of laws and regulations related to the Icelandic business sector, and by becoming a member, you have the opportunity to influence the country's laws and regulations.
Providing access to expert services
SA provides members with legal assistance in interpreting collective agreements and managing employee matters, including hiring, dismissals, working hours, sick leave entitlements, vacations, and more.
To handle the negotiation of collective agreements
SA handles the negotiation of collective agreements on behalf of members who have entrusted SA with this authority.
Communications with trade unions
SA serve a similar role for their companies as trade unions do for employees and can therefore handle various disputes with employees that may arise in personnel management.
Proceedings before the Labour Court
SA represents cases before the Labour Court and general courts in precedent-setting matters in the field of labor law, thereby protecting the interests of its member companies.