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The OnTheClock Workforce Management Blog

Time Tracking, Scheduling, & Payroll Insights for Small Businesses

Welcome to the OnTheClock Blog, your go to resource for smarter time tracking, employee scheduling, payroll, and workforce management. This blog exists to help small and mid sized businesses simplify operations, stay compliant, and run more efficiently without adding unnecessary complexity.

Inside, you’ll find practical guides, expert insights, and real world tips on managing employees, tracking hours accurately, improving productivity, reducing payroll errors, and choosing the right tools for your business. Whether you’re an owner, manager, or HR leader, our posts are designed to help you make confident decisions, save time, and focus on growing your business.

Herb WoerpelJan 15, 2026 7:00:00 PM

When Is It Time to Switch Employee Time Tracking Software

Key Takeaways ✔Poor employee adoption is the No. 1 sign your time tracking software isn't ...
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Dean MathewsJan 12, 2026 7:00:00 PM

Seven Workforce Predictions for 2026

Key Takeaways: Workforce Predictions for 2026 ✔Simplifying tech stacks saves time and ...
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Herb WoerpelNov 13, 2025 7:00:00 PM

Six Best Time Tracking Software for Construction Firms in 2026

If you’ve ever spent a Monday morning texting foremen seeking missing hours or ...
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Herb WoerpelOct 30, 2025 8:00:00 PM

The Definitive 2025 Year-End Payroll Checklist

Key Takeaways: Year-End Payroll Checklist ✔Confirm employee information to prevent W-2 ...
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Herb WoerpelOct 19, 2025 8:00:00 PM

The Six Best Scheduling Apps in 2026

If you manage a team, you already know how chaotic scheduling can get. One person calls ...
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Herb WoerpelOct 2, 2025 8:00:00 PM

The Seven Best Time Tracking Software Platforms in 2026

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Herb WoerpelSep 29, 2025 8:00:00 PM

Six Best Mobile Time Clock Apps in 2026

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Herb WoerpelSep 21, 2025 8:00:00 PM

Honest Atto Time Tracking App Review

Key Takeaways: Atto Time Tracking App Review ✔Mobile-First Simplicity: Atto’s clean ...
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Herb WoerpelSep 14, 2025 8:00:00 PM

How to Track Remote Employees in 2026

Key Takeaways: How to Track Remote Employees ✔Use time and location tracking tools like ...
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Herb WoerpelSep 7, 2025 8:00:00 PM

Complete Guide to Time Tracking for Construction

Paying your team shouldn’t be a guessing game, and neither should running your crews. But ...
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Herb WoerpelSep 1, 2025 8:00:00 PM

The 8 Biggest Construction Time Tracking Pitfalls

Key Takeaways: ✔Manual time tracking may lead to costly payroll mistakes, time theft, and ...
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OTC TeamAug 25, 2025 12:45:00 PM

What Is a 1099 Employee, and How Do They Differ from W-2 Employees?

Key Takeaways: What is a 1099 Employee ✔1099 workers are independent contractors who ...
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OTC TeamAug 18, 2025 2:30:00 PM

The Ultimate Employee Scheduling Guide

Key Takeaways: ✔Smart scheduling tools reduce turnover by saving time, minimizing errors, ...
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Herb WoerpelAug 14, 2025 8:00:00 PM

OnTheClock’s Modernization Sets the Stage for Growth and Innovation

Key Takeaways: Modernizing OnTheClock’s User Experience ✔Major Upgrade: OnTheClock ...
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Herb WoerpelAug 5, 2025 8:00:00 PM

How to Introduce Time Tracking to Your Company (Without Freaking Everyone Out)

Key Takeaways: Time Tracking Simplified: Benefits, Tools, and Rollout Tips ✔ Time ...
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Herb WoerpelJul 20, 2025 8:00:00 PM

How Time Clocks Work, and How to Pick the Right One for Your Business

Key Takeaways: How Time Clocks Work ✔Time clocks automate and verify employee work hours, ...
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Herb WoerpelJul 17, 2025 8:00:00 PM

Calculating Partial Pay: A Step-by-Step Guide for Hourly and Salaried Workers

Key Takeaways: How to Calculate Partial Pay ✔Partial pay ensures employees are ...
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Herb WoerpelJul 15, 2025 8:00:00 PM

No Tax on Tips: OnTheClock Payroll Is Here to Help!

Key Takeaways: ✔Employees can deduct up to $25,000 in qualified tips and $12,500 in ...
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Herb WoerpelJul 10, 2025 8:00:00 PM

How to Write a PTO Request Email

Key Takeaways: How to Write a PTO Request Email ✔Send your PTO request two to three weeks ...
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Mark EmeryJul 2, 2025 8:00:00 PM

The Future of Hourly Work

More than 80 million Americans rely on hourly work to make a living. They stock shelves; ...
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Herb WoerpelJun 25, 2025 8:00:00 PM

Time Tracking for Healthcare Guide

Key Takeaways: Time Tracking at Your Healthcare ✔Replace manual time tracking to reduce ...
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