Herb Woerpel is a writer and content strategist at OnTheClock with 17+ years of experience in journalism and business communications. He specializes in workforce management, employee time tracking, and payroll compliance — translating complex labor regulations and HR processes into clear, practical guidance for small business owners and managers.
Before joining OnTheClock, Herb served as Senior Editor of ACHR News and Editor in Chief of Engineered Systems Magazine, two of the most respected trade publications in the mechanical contracting and HVAC industry. Leading editorial operations at both outlets gave him a deep understanding of how field-based, hourly, and contractor workforces actually operate, which directly informs how he writes about time tracking and payroll.
At OnTheClock, Herb works alongside HR professionals, payroll administrators, and business owners daily, giving him firsthand insight into the compliance challenges and operational realities that small businesses navigate every week.
Before joining OnTheClock, Herb served as Senior Editor of ACHR News and Editor in Chief of Engineered Systems Magazine, two of the most respected trade publications in the mechanical contracting and HVAC industry. Leading editorial operations at both outlets gave him a deep understanding of how field-based, hourly, and contractor workforces actually operate, which directly informs how he writes about time tracking and payroll.
At OnTheClock, Herb works alongside HR professionals, payroll administrators, and business owners daily, giving him firsthand insight into the compliance challenges and operational realities that small businesses navigate every week.
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Herb WoerpelApr 9, 2026 7:55:32 AM
Best Homebase Alternatives for 2026
Looking for a Homebase? Compare the best options with simpler pricing, reliable mobile clock-ins, GPS tracking, scheduling, and payroll-ready exports.
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Herb WoerpelApr 7, 2026 9:00:00 AM
How to Convert Decimal Hours to Hours and Minutes
Learn how to convert minutes to decimal hours and vice versa for accurate calculations — plus use our free decimal hours converter to get instant results.
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Herb WoerpelApr 6, 2026 8:28:20 AM
Homebase vs. OnTheClock: Which Time Tracking Software Is Right for Your Business?
Homebase and OnTheClock both help businesses manage employee time, scheduling, and payroll. Here’s how they compare on pricing, features, and scalability in 2026.
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Herb WoerpelApr 3, 2026 10:45:29 AM
Jibble vs. OnTheClock: Which Time Tracking Software Is Right for Your Business?
Jibble and OnTheClock both help businesses track employee time and manage schedules. Here’s how they compare on pricing, features, and scalability in 2026.
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Herb WoerpelApr 2, 2026 2:13:36 PM
An Honest Homebase Review: Pros, Cons, Features & Pricing Breakdown
Homebase review: features, pricing, pros, and cons. See if this workforce management tool is right for small businesses and hourly teams.
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Herb WoerpelApr 2, 2026 6:59:16 AM
Deputy vs. OnTheClock: Which Time Tracking Software Is Right for Your Business?
Deputy and OnTheClock both help businesses manage employee time and schedules. Here’s how they compare on pricing, features, and overall flexibility.
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Herb WoerpelMar 30, 2026 9:56:38 AM
7shifts vs. OnTheClock: Which Time Tracking Software Is Right for Your Business? (Clone)
7shifts and OnTheClock both help businesses manage employee time and schedules. Here’s how they compare on pricing, features, and overall flexibility in 2026.
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Herb WoerpelMar 30, 2026 8:59:54 AM
Atto vs. OnTheClock: Which Time Tracking Software Is Right for Your Business?
Compare Atto vs OnTheClock to find the right fit. Choose GPS-focused field tracking or an all-in-one workforce system with scheduling, PTO, and payroll.
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Herb WoerpelMar 26, 2026 8:29:43 AM
Best Jibble Alternatives for 2026
Looking for a Jibble alternative? Compare the best options with simpler pricing, reliable mobile clock-ins, GPS tracking, scheduling, and payroll-ready exports.
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Herb WoerpelMar 25, 2026 1:31:56 PM
Why Employee Time Tracking Needs to Be Payroll Ready in 2026
Payroll errors usually start in time tracking, not payroll software. This guide explains what payroll-ready time tracking looks like and how to get there.
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Herb WoerpelMar 24, 2026 11:00:00 AM
Late Time Sheets? Here’s What to Do.
Late timesheets cause payroll headaches and compliance risk. Learn what FLSA requires, the 5 steps to recover quickly, and how to prevent late submissions.
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Herb WoerpelMar 23, 2026 12:47:54 PM
The Complete Guide to Selecting a Time Clock that Integrates with QuickBooks
Picking the wrong time clock costs you hours of manual entry and exposes you to payroll errors. This guide shows exactly what to look for, what to avoid, and how to evaluate any option before you ...
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Herb WoerpelMar 22, 2026 9:30:25 AM
When I Work vs. OnTheClock: Which Time Tracking Software Is Right for Your Business?
When I Work and OnTheClock both help businesses track employee time and manage schedules. Here’s how they compare on pricing, features, and support in 2026.
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Herb WoerpelMar 20, 2026 2:45:00 PM
Employee Time Tracking: The Complete Guide (2026)
Employee time tracking affects payroll accuracy and labor costs. This complete guide explains methods, rules, and best practices.
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Herb WoerpelMar 20, 2026 2:00:00 AM
10 Best Mobile Time Clock Apps in 2026
Struggling to track employee hours? We compared the 10 best mobile time clock apps of 2026 — pricing, features, and which one actually fits your team.
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Herb WoerpelMar 18, 2026 11:49:29 AM
Best Time Clock Wizard Alternatives for 2026
Looking for a Time Clock Wizard alternative? Compare the best options with simpler pricing, reliable mobile clock-ins, GPS tracking, scheduling, and payroll-ready exports.
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Herb WoerpelMar 17, 2026 2:20:16 PM
ClockShark vs. OnTheClock: Which Time Tracking Software Is Right for Your Business?
ClockShark and OnTheClock both help businesses track employee hours and manage schedules. Here's how they compare on pricing, features, GPS tracking, and customer support.
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Herb WoerpelMar 15, 2026 2:32:22 PM
Time Clock Wizard vs. OnTheClock: Which Time Tracking Software Is Right for Your Business?
TimeClock Wizard and OnTheClock both help businesses track employee hours and manage schedules. Here's how they compare on pricing, features, and customer support in 2026.
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Herb WoerpelMar 12, 2026 12:29:03 PM
Buddy Punch vs. OnTheClock: Which Time Tracking Software Is Right for Your Business?
Buddy Punch and OnTheClock both help small businesses track employee time and manage schedules. Here's how they compare on pricing, features, and customer support in 2026.
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Herb WoerpelMar 6, 2026 7:30:36 AM
An Honest Jibble Review: Pros, Cons, Features & Pricing Breakdown
Looking for a Jibble review? See how its time tracking, scheduling, pricing, and mobile app perform before choosing software for your team.
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Herb WoerpelMar 6, 2026 7:19:55 AM
Best ClockShark Alternatives for 2026
Looking for a ClockShark alternative? Compare the best options with simpler pricing, reliable mobile clock-ins, GPS tracking, scheduling, and payroll-ready exports.
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