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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.

The OTC Team!Sep 30, 2018 8:00:00 PM

Employee Time Tracking For Nonprofits

Here at OnTheClock, we operate an employee time clock system for all. Not-for-profit ...
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OTC Team!Aug 28, 2018 8:00:00 PM

The 2018 Concise Guide To Employee Engagement Statistics

As an employer, you should worry about how engaged your employees are. Employee ...
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Tim GlendenningAug 26, 2018 8:00:00 PM

A Time Clock Software for Accountants to Make Their Lives Easier

You are a busy accountant. You are crunching numbers all day, making phone calls to ...
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Tim Glendenning and Alyssa GouletJul 26, 2018 8:00:00 PM

How To Help Your Employees Clock In and Out

While you can set up an effective employee time clock, you can’t guarantee they'll ...
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Dean MathewsJul 9, 2018 8:00:00 PM

Do I Have to Pay When an Employee Forgets to Clock In?

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Edward WajerJun 20, 2018 8:00:00 PM

A Dose of Time-Based Humor

At times, we get so busy with our work and personal lives that we never leave time to ...
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Tim GlendenningJun 4, 2018 8:00:00 PM

Employee Time Clock Kiosk for Small Businesses

Let’s face it, you’re a small business owner and you need to start tracking your ...
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Alyssa GouletApr 10, 2018 8:00:00 PM

Free Trial Employee Time Tracking System

Managing employees’ work hours and protecting against payroll errors is no easy feat. ...
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Edward WajerMar 29, 2018 8:00:00 PM

Identifying Timecard Fraud, and How to Effectively Stop It?

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Mark MathewsMar 25, 2018 8:00:00 PM

Business is like a Rubik's Cube

The Rubik’s Cube Many of us have tinkered with the popular toy called the Rubik’s Cube. ...
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Tim GlendenningFeb 21, 2018 7:00:00 PM

Time Management for Remoters

Remoters, also known as remote employees, are individuals who work away from an office or ...
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Tim GlendenningFeb 1, 2018 7:00:00 PM

Why You Should Pay More Attention to Timecards

Completing accurate timecards in an efficient manner is a proven way to save your company ...
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Mark MathewsJan 11, 2018 7:00:00 PM

2018 Minimum Wage changes

If you are reading this article, you are probably curious what the current minimum wage ...
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Tim GlendenningJan 7, 2018 7:00:00 PM

Using a Mobile App When Tracking Employee Hours Worked for Accurate Timesheets

Eliminate time theft and know where your employees are when on the clock. It is reported ...
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Mark MathewsDec 14, 2017 7:00:00 PM

What is a Nonexempt (Hourly) Employee?

You may have noticed the term non-exempt or exempt employee displayed on a job ...
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OTC TeamDec 14, 2017 7:00:00 PM

What Is Overtime Pay

What is overtime? Who is eligible to receive it, and how is it calculated? How do I know ...
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Samantha KennerlyNov 30, 2017 7:00:00 PM

A Solution for Employee Time and Attendance

Time and attendance are essential elements in every workplace. Occasionally, situations ...
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Dean MathewsNov 16, 2017 7:00:00 PM

Should You Track Time For Salaried/Exempt Employees?

Most employers would not even think about tracking time for salaried (exempt) employees. ...
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Edward WajerNov 9, 2017 7:00:00 PM

What is Time Clock Punch Rounding

Time clock punch rounding is the adjustment of employee clock-in and -out times to the ...
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Mark Mathews and Alyssa GouletNov 1, 2017 8:00:00 PM

How to Calculate Hours Worked Like a Pro

Time is money. And if you aren’t properly tracking the hours employees work, time can ...
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Tim GlendenningOct 30, 2017 8:00:00 PM

How to Manage Remote Employees

Remote employees are those who generally work from home. At times, remote work may be ...
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