The demands of administering attendance policies daily through manual methods wastes hundreds of thousands of dollars each year. Not only does this cost money, but the company also loses more of the one thing it is trying to track: time. Functioning in a manual paperwork environment with archaic processes and programs puts HR and management…
Although tracking time has always been a good practice for business, it has been an equal pain. Old, laborious methods caused so many troubles, businesses could not realize the full benefits of this function. Putting pen to paper, whether the business was small or large, was simply inefficient. Still, there were no other methods available.…
Litigation Against Employers Is on the Rise In recent years, lawsuits against employers has increased. it is imperative for employers to be well versed on employment law to protect the company’s bottom line and reputation. Employee record retention is crucial. Your Company Must Establish a Policy A designated records administrator is essential. if you have…
Today, businesses operate in a remarkable period of technological integration and change. Personal lives are accustomed to a level of ease and access in getting the information they need. The same trend is shaping expectations in applications and communications for the business community. This results in time management strategies and solutions for the modern workforce.…
Some small businesses are still making strides toward recovering from the economic downturn. Cutting-edge management tools can help to spring their bounce back sooner. One in particular, small business scheduling software programs, will help to effectively manage employee time. Whether your small business is in medical services, legal services or home repairs, switching to scheduling…
One thing you may consider as an employer is how you can minimize the effect to your company when an employee takes a leave of absence. While this is a valid business concern, you still want to grant the leave – especially if it is mandatory. The fortress of laws that protect employees require being…
Employees are the most integral asset to any modern business. Without a winning staff, the quality of facilities and ideas won’t count for anything. It’s people who drive an organization forward, which is why human resources cannot be overlooked for a second. While HR can cover a number of subjects, it essentially boils down to…
Exempt employees who show up late or decide not to come to work at all is on the top 10 list of frustrating things employers face. To resolve the problem, some employers attempt to devise creative tactics. Some employers change policy and require that exempt employees begin clocking in and out. Others may start docking…
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes guidelines related to employee hours, overtime and wages. The law also governs record-keeping practices for nonexempt employees. Many employers find that using a time-clock is the most effective way to maintain FLSA compliance. To help you choose the best timekeeping method for your business, here are some time…
The Rules of Engagement for Tracking Exempt Employees’ Time The exempt versus nonexempt debate of employee classifications rages on in confusing employers. Many of the unfamiliar nuances of the law challenges employers in practical and not-so practical ways. Included with those challenges is what to do about time tracking for exempt employees. Questions abound about…