Evolution Of Employee Time Clocks For Better Efficiency

2007-03-08 10:33:40

( Computers )



Employee time clocks answer the need of tracking the number of hours employees work. By using one in offices, supervisors are assisted in finding out the exact times of arrival, departure, lunches, and breaks of employees to determine the salary they deserve.

Hassle-free employee time clocks
The traditional time clock uses a mechanical stamp which records the time on each employee’s punch card as they insert it into the slot on the time clock. With advances in technology, more and more offices are replacing their traditional time clocks and punch cards with electronic time clocks, which are more efficient and accurate. An electronic time clock works by swiping a magnetic card through a reader or signing into a computer. Each employee’s total work hours, including overtime, are automatically computed and reported to the human resources department. Some electronic time clocks even let employees record the project or client they are working on as they log in or out. Also, they may be compatible with some computer software to ease the burden of making payroll reports.

Foolproof employee time clocks
While electronic time clocks are definitely more accurate than traditional employee time clocks, biometric time clocks are even more efficient. Instead of using a magnetic card, employees log in or out by getting their fingerprints, palm prints or dimensions of the hand scanned by the time clock. This system prevents “buddy punching” or the practice of employees logging in for each other.

Choosing the perfect time clock
Right now, various employee time clocks are out in the market. Each has its unique features, whether standard or advanced. The first and most essential step is for you to list down all the functions you want your time clock to do for you. Second, take time to canvass different time clocks sold by different companies. As you do this, take into consideration the price of each product, your number of employees, and the returns that each product may give, in terms of its features, as opposed to its price. Only after following these steps will it be easier for you to zero in on the time clock perfect for your company.


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