Introduction In a perfect situation, things would happen right away when you want them to. But you know that it does not work like that in real life.  You will always have a delay – going from the start to the end takes effort and, most importantly, time. To plan anything well—whether it’s a project or a process for making something—you need to understand how long it takes to go from beginning to end. That period of time is called the lead time. Having an accurate estimate of the lead time is crucial for proper planning. Without it, you would be unable to schedule tasks and allocate resou ..read more

Introduction As HR managers and CEOs, there is constant pressure to maximize your team’s performance.  We are all looking for the magic solution that leads to higher productivity, happy employees, and a healthy organizational environment. But what if there was a data-driven method that could increase team productivity by 30%? Let’s think about a workplace environment in which the team can define problems, improve workflows, and make choices backed by reliable data. This is not just a dream –  it is the reality of working in organizations that apply data analytics in managing the team ..read more

Introduction Getting work done efficiently in a fast-paced environment is not easy. Multiple distractions at the workplace make it even more challenging for companies to improve employee productivity. This is where productivity management software can help. In this post, we will compare two popular options—Workstatus and Time Champ—to help you make the right choice. The comparison will be based on each tool’s features, user reviews, pricing, and other criteria. Did you know? Companies using productivity software see up to a 32% increase in output per employee. Both Workstatus and TimeChamp a ..read more

Introduction Perfect project management is a detailed balancing task where staying within schedule and budget becomes crucial.  Delayed delivery dates and budget overruns can easily throw a wrench into even the most carefully planned initiatives. The result will be lowered productivity and strained client relationships. This is where project-based timesheets come to the rescue. Did You Know? Businesses utilizing project-based timesheets experience an average increase in project efficiency by up to 30% while reducing project overruns by 20%. Project-based timesheets will give you the pre ..read more

Introduction: Employee management can be a difficult task, especially for growing companies. Choosing the right software to track attendance, monitor productivity, and manage workflows is key.  In this blog post, we’ll compare two popular employee management platforms – Workstatus and Tahometer. Did you know? Companies using workforce management software see average productivity gains of 30-45%. Both tools aim to make managing employees easier through automation, analytics, and robust reporting. However, their specific features, integrations, and pricing models differ. We’ll take an in ..read more

Introduction: As business leaders, you must understand the pivotal role of compensation policies in fostering employee morale, work performance, and overall satisfaction within the company.  In today’s business management approach, fair compensation for employees’ extra time and effort is a prominent aspect that continuously demands attention. Especially, during peak work times when employers ask their employees to work beyond regular hours. Did You Know?  About 78% of workers are eligible for overtime pay, and about 40% of workers among them are eligible for double-time pay rates u ..read more

Introduction It was just another Monday morning when Alex trudged into the office, dreading the long work week ahead. As he walked past his coworker Dan’s desk, he noticed it was empty – that marked the third time Dan had shown up late this month. Did You Know? The employee time tracking app market will grow to $3.7 billion in 2025. Alex grabbed his coffee and sat down to tackle the mountain of tasks in his inbox. But he quickly noticed his other coworkers, Bill and Sue, were on YouTube and Facebook instead of working.  By noon, Alex had only finished a fraction of his to-do list. He ov ..read more

Introduction It’s Tuesday morning, and your field service crew is gearing up for a packed day of client meetings across town. As they hustle out the door, tracking their time is the last thing on their minds. By week’s end, you find yourself sorting through scribbled notes and calendar appointments, trying to reconstruct billable hours. There has to be a better way! Sound familiar? You’re not alone. According to surveys, over 60% of field service organizations experience payroll delays and billing inaccuracies due to time-tracking challenges. But what if your team could automatically clock t ..read more

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic forced a huge shift to remote work. Almost overnight, companies had to adapt to fully-distributed teams.  Now, with hybrid and remote work here to stay, organizations must understand the psychology of this new world of work. Did You Know? Recent surveys show that over half of employees feel less connected and more isolated when working remotely. 40% struggle to unplug after work hours, leading to burnout.  Meet John, an account manager who loved the social office atmosphere at his job. When COVID hit, he found himself working from a tiny apartment ..read more

Introduction The alarm went off at 5:30 am, jolting John awake. As he got out of bed, John wondered again if working the “first shift” was right for him. He had started this early factory job after high school. Now, 5 years later, he still wasn’t used to the pre-dawn hours. Did You Know? Over 15 million Americans work odd shifts like evenings, nights, or early mornings. About 1/3 of those people work the first shift, typically starting between 6-8 am. At first, the extra money was nice. But John had started questioning if the early hours were worth the health and social costs.  Sipping ..read more