What Data Standards does

Data Standards AG is a privately held Swiss Aktiengesellschaft headquartered in Windisch, Switzerland, specializing in data management and compliance services for the Swiss and European transport industry. Founded over 40 years ago and led since 2015 by Managing Director Christian Amrein, the company serves several hundred small and large transport companies with a focused suite of tachograph (Fahrtenschreiber) data solutions, including digital and analog driver card reading, ARV-1 and ARV-2 regulatory reporting, remote download services, expert witness support, and driver training courses.

The company's technology stack combines proprietary software (TachoPlus-DataStandards for reading and viewing digital tachograph data, Scan-Extern for digitizing analog discs), certified third-party hardware (TachoDrive ONE download keys, VDO DLK Smart, VDO Smart Terminal, Cherry card readers, Canon scanners), and the Komfort-Lösung automated remote download device that transmits vehicle and driver card data 24/7 across Europe. Data Standards AG maintains data interfaces with seven certified NETS providers — including adnexo, LOSTnFOUND, LOXY International AG, mobileObjects, Samsara, Traceon, and Traconiq — enabling automatic ARV-1 data retrieval for LSVA III compliance.

Revenue is generated through five streams: one-time hardware sales (CHF 44-1,250 per unit), recurring subscription services such as the Komfort-Lösung (CHF 295 setup plus CHF 9.90/month SIM fee), recurring ARV data management and archiving services, professional transport consulting and driver instruction courses, and transaction-based fuel station billing with integrated Swiss payment rails (BESR/VESR/LSV). Distribution occurs through an e-commerce shop on dasag.ch (including a French-language storefront) alongside direct sales and consulting engagements, with the company operating exclusively within the Swiss/DACH regulatory market.

Name

Data Standards

Legal name

Data Standards AG

Website

https://dasag.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1969

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Data Standards AG is a Swiss data management company serving several hundred transport companies with tachograph data analysis, ARV-1/ARV-2 regulatory compliance reporting, remote download hardware and subscription services, driver training, and fuel station billing across the Swiss market.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fleet Compliance & Transport Data Management

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518), Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (8112)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

ELD/HOS Compliance & Tachograph Services (TLABAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Telematics/ELD & Onboard Data Recorder Diagnostics / Compliance Checks (TLAKANAE)

Keywords

• Tachograph data management
• Driver compliance reporting
• Transport data services
• Fleet compliance software
• Digital tachograph solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Windisch

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of tachograph reading devices, download keys, card readers, and accessories (tachograph discs, thermal paper, document scanners, cases). One-time product purchases with optional repeat purchases of consumables.
2. Data Management Services: ARV reports, driver time recording, data transmission to time tracking systems, data preparation for ARV controls, and data archiving services for transport companies.
3. Komfort-Lösung (Remote Download Service): Automated remote download service with monthly SIM fees (CHF 9.90/month) plus optional add-ons. Data transmitted to Data Standards AG for analysis.
4. Transport Consulting: Advisory services on tachograph operation, remote download, vehicle cost calculation, and legal disputes. Also includes driver instruction courses on ARV regulations.
5. Gas Station Billing Services: Invoice processing for fuel dispensers, debtor management, provision of management figures, and issuance of company cards for automated fuel dispensers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Data Standards AG provides tachograph (Fahrtenschreiber) data management, ARV-compliant driver time analysis, and regulatory reporting services for the Swiss and European transport industry. The company combines proprietary software (TachoPlus-DataStandards), remote download technology (Komfort-Lösung), and hardware distribution (download keys, card readers, scanners) with consulting, driver training, and fuel station billing services.

Product overview

Data Standards AG operates as a service-oriented company with an integrated product portfolio centered on tachograph data management for the Swiss and European transport industry. The core offering consists of the Fahrtenschreiber-Auswertung (tachograph analysis service) providing ARV-compliant reports for employer control, supplemented by the TachoPlus-DataStandards software for data reading and viewing. Hardware products include the Auslesebox/Komfort-Lösung (remote download solution) for automated 24/7 data collection, the Download Key TachoDrive ONE, VDO Smart Terminal, and VDO DLK Smart Download Key for portable data downloads, the Cherry Kartenleser ST-1144 for driver card reading, and the Canon Tachoscheiben-Scanner for digitizing analog discs. Consumables include Original Kienzle Tachoscheiben (tachograph discs), Thermopapierrollen (thermal paper rolls), and Wochenrapportbuch (weekly report books). Accessories include storage solutions, cleaning cards, and extension cables. Supporting services encompass Transportberatung (transport consulting), ARV Fahrer-Kurse (driver training), and Tankstellenabrechnung (fuel station billing) with payment system integration. The Scan-Extern software enables remote transmission of scanned tachograph discs for analysis. The product ecosystem is designed as a complete data management solution from hardware data collection through software analysis to regulatory compliance reporting.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fahrtenschreiber-Auswertung (Tachograph Analysis Service) Comprehensive analysis and reporting service for tachograph data, generating ARV (Arbeits- und Ruhezeit) reports compliant with Swiss regulations for employer control, including driver time tracking, data transmission to timekeeping systems, and expert witness services for legal disputes. Targeted at Swiss transport companies needing ARV-1 and ARV-2 compliance reporting.
• TachoPlus-DataStandards Software Desktop application for reading, viewing, and transmitting digital data from driver cards, download keys, and company cards. Displays daily activity times on a timeline and includes speed data for the last 24 hours. For transport companies needing to manage driver card data on premises.
• Auslesebox / Komfort-Lösung (Remote Download Solution) Fully automated remote download device for mass storage and driver card data, operating 24/7 across Europe. Compatible with all tachographs from 2015 onward. Data is transmitted to Data Standards AG for processing without requiring additional software on the customer side. For transport companies needing automated remote tachograph data collection.
• Download Key TachoDrive ONE Portable download device for mass storage data from digital tachographs. Compatible with tachograph 4.1 Gen2V2. Features 512 MB storage capacity, 2x7 segment display, no external power required. For transport companies needing portable mass storage data collection from digital tachographs.
• VDO Smart Terminal (Auslesestation) Next-generation reading station for DTCO 4.0 data. Compatible with all 1st and 2nd generation cards and mass storage data. Features 7-inch touchscreen, WLAN/LAN/USB connectivity, 32 GB internal storage, wall or desk mounting options. For transport companies needing an on-site data reading station.
• Cherry Kartenleser ST-1144 High-quality USB chip card reader for reading driver and company cards. One-handed operation due to heavy weight and stable base. Compatible with Emotach software for LSVA card reading. For transport companies needing reliable driver card reading.
• VDO DLK Smart Download Key Latest generation mobile download tool for digital tachographs. All-in-one solution for mass storage and driver card data. Features 4 GB storage, 2.4-inch TFT touch display, 29 languages, plug-and-play via 6-pin front interface. For transport companies needing portable download capability.
• Tachoscheiben-Scanner (Tachograph Disc Scanner) Canon DR-S250N scanner for digitizing analog tachograph discs (Tachoscheiben). Includes Scan-Extern software for data transmission to Data Standards AG for analysis. For transport companies transitioning from analog to digital tachograph data management.
• Scan-Extern Software Software for scanning tachograph discs. Combined with a Canon scanner (DR-C130 recommended), allows weekly transmission of disc data to Data Standards AG for analysis without physical shipment. For transport companies still using analog tachograph discs.
• Transportberatung (Transport Consulting) Advisory services including tachograph operation guidance, remote download setup, vehicle cost calculations including LSVA, and expert support for legal proceedings and judicial expertise. For transport companies needing expert guidance on ARV compliance and operational issues.
• ARV Fahrer-Kurse (Driver Training) Practical driver training courses covering ARV regulations, common violations, and effective avoidance strategies. Based on extensive experience in tachograph data analysis. For professional drivers and transport companies needing ARV compliance training.
• Tankstellenabrechnung (Fuel Station Billing) Complete fuel station billing system including independent data capture from fuel dispensers, invoice generation with customer-specific details (time, location, mileage), debtor management with Swiss payment systems, fleet statistics, and production of company cards. For transport companies operating fleet vehicles requiring fuel expense management.
• Tachoscheiben (Analog Tachograph Discs) Original Kienzle tachograph discs in various specifications (100, 125, 140, 180 km/h speeds) with round or oval holes. Sold in boxes of 100 discs. For transport companies still operating analog tachographs.
• Thermopapierrollen (Thermal Paper Rolls) Thermal paper rolls for digital tachographs including 2nd generation smart tachographs. 3 rolls of 8m per box, archival life over 10 years, BPA and BPS free, individually sealed. For transport companies using digital tachographs requiring printer paper.
• Wochenrapportbuch (Weekly Report Book) Practical weekly report book for recording work start/end times and other activities. A5 format with 2x53 weekly sheets and carbon paper. For transport companies needing manual driver activity recording.
• Tachoscheibenaufbewahrung (Tachograph Disc Storage Solutions) Storage folders and boxes for tachograph discs including 4/4 CH format A4 folders with 4 pins, storage boxes, and driver bags with 18 compartments. For transport companies needing organized tachograph disc archiving.
• Starter-Set für digitalen Tachographen (Starter Set) Entry package for transport industry including VDO DLK Smart Download Key plus thermal paper rolls pack. For new entrants to the transport industry needing essential digital tachograph hardware.
• Reinigungskarten für Tachographen (Tachograph Cleaning Cards) Original VDO cleaning card set for tachograph card reader maintenance. 12 cards per set, both sides usable. For transport companies needing to maintain their tachograph card readers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Minimum 5-year data archiving guarantee
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• adnexocoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified NETS provider partner for LSVA III data capture solutions in Switzerland. Data Standards AG provides data interfaces to enable automatic ARV-1 data retrieval for customers using adnexo's services.
• LOSTnFOUNDcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified NETS provider partner for LSVA III data capture solutions in Switzerland. Data Standards AG provides data interfaces to enable automatic ARV-1 data retrieval for customers using LOSTnFOUND's services.
• LOXY International AGcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified NETS provider partner for LSVA III data capture solutions in Switzerland. Data Standards AG provides data interfaces to enable automatic ARV-1 data retrieval for customers using LOXY International AG's services.
• mobileObjectscoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified NETS provider partner for LSVA III data capture solutions in Switzerland. Data Standards AG provides data interfaces to enable automatic ARV-1 data retrieval for customers using mobileObjects' services.
• SamsaracoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified NETS provider partner for LSVA III data capture solutions in Switzerland. Data Standards AG provides data interfaces to enable automatic ARV-1 data retrieval for customers using Samsara's fleet management services.
• TraceoncoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified NETS provider partner for LSVA III data capture solutions in Switzerland. Data Standards AG provides data interfaces to enable automatic ARV-1 data retrieval for customers using Traceon's services.
• TraconiqcoreTechnology or IntegrationCertified NETS provider partner for LSVA III data capture solutions in Switzerland. Data Standards AG provides data interfaces to enable automatic ARV-1 data retrieval for customers using Traconiq's services.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Samsara: Global connected operations platform with strong EU driver-hours / tachograph compliance features and a Swiss NETS/LSVA presence. Comparable to Data Standards' ARV-compliance analysis and reading services, and a current integration partner.
• adnexo GmbH: Swiss/German fleet telematics provider offering LSVA/NETS data capture. Overlaps with Data Standards' ARV/compliance workflow and is a current certified integration partner.
• Traconiq (Trimble Transportation): European truck telematics provider with Swiss NETS integration. Comparable to Data Standards' telematics-fed ARV data flow and currently integrated as a NETS partner.
• LOSTnFOUND AG: Swiss-DACH fleet-management and telematics specialist with overlapping Swiss transport-company customers. Comparable Swiss regulatory coverage and certified NETS provider integration; current integration partner of Data Standards.
• Eurowag: DACH and pan-European mobility platform combining fuel-card billing, tolling and fleet data. Overlaps with Data Standards' Tankstellenabrechnung and LSVA-adjacent workflows.
• mobileObjects GmbH: DACH-focused fleet-management and telematics company serving Swiss and German transport operators. Shares the same LSVA/NETS integration channel and overlaps in driver-time and tachograph data services.
• Traceon Telematik: German/DACH telematics provider offering fleet and compliance data that flows into Swiss ARV/LSVA reporting. Comparable as a NETS-certified data source to Data Standards.

Broad incumbents

• Geotab: Large global telematics incumbent with EU HOS/tachograph compliance rules. Competes indirectly with Data Standards by offering broad fleet analytics that adjacent transport operators may prefer over a Swiss specialist.
• Webfleet Solutions (Bridgestone): European fleet-management platform (part of Bridgestone) with tachograph download and compliance features. Targets the same SMB/enterprise transport-operator base as Data Standards' Komfort-Lösung.
• Continental VDO (Automotive): Manufacturer of the digital and smart tachographs (DTCO, 4.1 Gen2V2) and of the VDO DLK Smart and Smart Terminal hardware sold by Data Standards. Acts as both critical supplier and adjacent compliance-software competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/data-standards-ag

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Data Standards