As an employer, it might feel like you’re constantly juggling rules and regulations. Sure, you may dream of running your business with your own set of rules, but when it c… Read More
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Why Labor Optimizer?
Even the best schedules can go off track. Unexpected overtime and compliance issues can sneak up, driving up costs and complicating operations. Labor Optimizer bridges t… Read More
Managing teams in the field often comes with challenges, especially when deskless managers need to juggle time approvals, track attendance, and ensure accurate payrolls—al… Read More
Have you ever grabbed a quick bite or sipped your favorite caffeinated drink while answering emails? Maybe you’ve eaten lunch on the go while making deliveries or had a protein bar in… Read More
Creating a robust employee handbook with clear human resource (HR) policies and procedures is vital for any organization. HR policies establish the backbone of your organization’s oper… Read More
Understanding and correctly classifying employees as exempt or nonexempt is a critical responsibility for employers. Proper classification is essential to ensure compliance with the Fair Lab… Read More
Labor and payroll make up the majority of most organizations’ expenses, ranging anywhere from 50 to 70%. Consequently, accurately tracking employee hours is paramount when managing lab… Read More
Calculating employee hours worked calls for precision and patience. These error-prone computations must occur every pay period, and accuracy is paramount: pay miscalculations can lead to com… Read More
Rotating shifts: Definition, benefits, and tips
Rotating shifts are often ideal in industries where extended operating hours are essential to meeting the needs of their communities and custo… Read More
Effective scheduling is paramount to the success of organizations across nearly every industry, but many struggle to create and manage a process that suits the needs of the operation a… Read More
In the critical environment of public safety, staying informed and connected is crucial. Effective communication can make a significant difference in response times and overall efficiency. O… Read More
Efficient resource deployment, including staff and equipment, is a common challenge across various industries. Many organizations lack integrated tools to manage these tasks, leading to subo… Read More
In the realm of today’s modern workforce efficient time tracking is essential for maintaining smooth operations, confirming accurate payroll, and fostering a conducive work environment… Read More
Creating and managing firefighters’ schedules is a significant challenge for many departments, particularly for those with outdated or ineffective tools. Ensuring proper coverage is es… Read More
The lifeblood of any organization is its employees, so ensuring that they feel respected and have a healthy work-life balance should be a top organizational priority. After all, workers are… Read More
What is the Open API?
The new Open API in TimeClock Plus enables customers to configure and manage integrations autonomously, empowering them to mine rich reporting analytics and customize d… Read More
Leverage reporting in InstaSub for detailed substitute data tracking
School districts and educational administrators are tasked with an ongoing need: the complex management and tracking of s… Read More
Effective paid time off policies can help organizations promote a positive employee experience, foster a healthy work-life balance, and establish an edge over their competitors. But while de… Read More
Time theft is a common—and costly—issue in nearly every industry, and its impact can be significant. While optimizing workforce performance is key to improving the organization&r… Read More
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently announced it will be rolling out updates to overtime eligibility. Read on to learn what’s changed, who it impacts, and how to prepare—… Read More
Tracking employee hours is crucial for ensuring a positive worker experience and optimizing workforce operations, but the process can be quite challenging. Many organizations still rely on a… Read More
In the modern workplace, employees are often required to handle their tasks away from their desks or on the road. Mobile app solutions can provide them with a lot more flexibility and access… Read More
The short break confirmation feature provides more accurate break tracking, making it easy for managers to track when and why breaks are shortened while also reducing compliance risk and imp… Read More
Forms are indispensable in the public safety community, serving as essential tools for documentation, accountability, and compliance with legal standards. They enhance efficiency and communi… Read More
Accurate, on-time payroll is fundamental in an organization and what employees expect from their employer.
If you’re still relying on paper and pencil employee timesheets, you aren&rsq… Read More
Shift scheduling is an essential part of meeting the needs of organizations across many industries. However, maintaining compliance, ensuring a healthy work-life balance for employees, and m… Read More
Accurate, efficient job costing is a crucial part of an organization’s ability to forecast, plan, and budget properly. Yet many firms still struggle to get it right, as ineffective job… Read More
Ensuring shifts are adequately staffed often requires overtime. Overtime pay is a critical aspect of employment law that impacts the relationship between employers and employees, making it e… Read More
The crux of any successful organization is its workforce, composed of engaged, motivated employees who feel they’re valued by their employer. A key part of ensuring a positive employee… Read More
The integration of TimeClock Plus and Humanity represents an exciting leap forward in time, attendance, and employee scheduling solutions. By merging two leading solutions into a unified ex… Read More
Keeping everyone in the loop is essential to all districts. InstaSub’s Announcements feature allows administrators to broadcast messages efficiently to specific groups or individuals… Read More
In today’s ever-evolving workforce, the 9 to 5 workday is not always the norm. Many organizations operate around the clock, requiring employees to work the night shift or on weekends… Read More
Employee work schedules are critical to running a successful organization, especially in industries where shift work is the norm. Unfortunately, issues like dealing with complex scheduling p… Read More
Employees are the backbone of any organization, and each of their contributions has an essential role in its success. However, unexpected situations may come up that require their attention… Read More
Managing employee timekeeping with precision and efficiency is a fundamental yet challenging endeavor. Traditional methods often falter, leading to potential errors in payroll calculations… Read More
In the public safety sector, minimum staffing requirements are essential for ensuring the safety and efficiency of emergency operations. These regulations mandate a specific number of person… Read More
Most, if not all, schedulers face a significant challenge in achieving optimal shift coverage, balancing employee availability, compliance mandates, and forecasted demand. Without a precise… Read More
An employee schedule is the cornerstone of a well-run organization, but creating and communicating one can be time-consuming and difficult. Between ensuring proper coverage, remaining compli… Read More
Let’s take some time to explore a significant yet often overlooked feature within TimeClock Plus: the Employee Status feature. This essential tool offers detailed, real-time insights i… Read More
Organizational decision-makers often have the task of implementing a paid time off (PTO) accrual system. Creating and maintaining a PTO accrual system is essential, but it can prove challeng… Read More
Managing unexpected absences in schools can be immensely challenging. However, the Internal Coverage feature is one of a few ways that InstaSub makes it simple to navigate this daunting task… Read More
You’re likely well-versed in managing employee time from the TimeClock Plus administrator dashboard, but a key feature to streamline your workflow is ensuring that your team can indepe… Read More
All employees have the right to paid leave and other forms of time off. Efficiently managing these leaves is crucial for any business’s workforce strategy. For seamless operations, it… Read More
Written by Sabra Smith, Payroll and Benefits Specialist at Craven Community College
My journey with TimeClock Plus began 10+ years ago. At the time, I had just completed a time-intensive int… Read More
For public safety agencies, shift bidding is a process where employees place a “bid” to express interest in available shifts, instead of directly being assigned to them. Though s… Read More
In today’s rapidly changing world and ever-adjusting workforces, ensuring that your employees are informed and acknowledging key policies and notices is more critical than ever. TimeCl… Read More
Humanity’s Availability module is designed to help schedulers manage employee availability through a simple and visual approach. This module enables schedulers to acknowledge employees… Read More
By Ryan Walsh
When unforeseen circumstances arise and cause teacher absences, quick and efficient responses become vital. Enter InstaSub’s Automated Notifications, the solution tailore… Read More
For some, the thought of artificial intelligence (AI) conjures up some rather Doomsday-like imagery…robots taking over the world or the banishment of humankind altogether. But that&rs… Read More
Scheduling managers: raise your hand if anyone has ever come to you saying, “But you approved my shift trade/PTO last month,” and you have zero recollection of that action? Even… Read More
Understanding Supplemental Hours
Supplemental Hours are additional pay hours an employee earns outside of their regular hourly rates. Supplemental Hours may be classified as bonuses, PTO, pa… Read More
