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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 WoerpelDec 29, 2024 7:00:00 PM

Payroll KPIs: The Secret to Operational Excellence

Payroll is more than just translating hours worked into paychecks — it's the foundation ...
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Herb WoerpelDec 22, 2024 7:00:00 PM

When Is the Best Time to Switch Payroll Providers?

If you're struggling with outdated, complex, or inefficient payroll software, perhaps ...
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Herb WoerpelDec 14, 2024 7:00:00 PM

OnTheClock Payroll Combines Time Tracking and Payroll in One Platform

Imagine tracking employees’ time and payroll in one place, with every second already ...
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Herb WoerpelDec 8, 2024 7:00:00 PM

In-House vs. Outsourced Payroll: Which is Right for Your Business?

Managing payroll is one of the most critical and time-sensitive responsibilities for any ...
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Herb WoerpelDec 1, 2024 7:00:00 PM

Payroll Compliance: How to Stay Ahead of Legal Requirements (+Checklist)

Managing payroll is one of the most important (and potentially complex) tasks a business ...
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Herb WoerpelNov 23, 2024 7:00:00 PM

From Deadlines to Deductions: A Payroll Tax Survival Manual

Love them or hate them, payroll taxes are a mandatory responsibility for employers and ...
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Edgardo OcampoNov 22, 2024 7:00:00 PM

The Complete Guide to Payroll Compliance

How many mistakes does the average company make per pay period? Go ahead, take a guess. ...
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Herb WoerpelNov 14, 2024 7:00:00 PM

HR or Finance: Who Should Handle Payroll?

Key Takeaways: Does HR Do Payroll or Finance ✔HR excels at managing employee data, ...
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Herb WoerpelNov 14, 2024 7:00:00 PM

Optimize Operations with Integrated Payroll and Time Tracking

For many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), managing time tracking and payroll can ...
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Herb WoerpelNov 10, 2024 7:00:00 PM

Switching Payroll Providers: When to Change and How to Make the Transition

If you feel like your existing payroll solution isn’t meeting your needs, you’re not ...
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Herb WoerpelNov 3, 2024 7:00:00 PM

Illinois Labor Law Changes in 2026: Is Your Business Ready?

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Herb WoerpelOct 27, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Payroll Specialists: The Unsung Heroes of Employee Compensation

A great philosopher once said, “I’ve got my mind on my money, and my money on my mind.”
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Herb WoerpelOct 20, 2024 8:00:00 PM

What Is Accrued Payroll?

When running a business, it’s imperative that employees are paid for the work they ...
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Herb WoerpelOct 13, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Understanding the Difference Between Payroll Taxes and Income Taxes

“In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes.”
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Herb WoerpelOct 6, 2024 8:00:00 PM

What Is Payroll? Key Concepts Every Employer Should Understand

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Herb WoerpelSep 26, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Flexibility On Demand – A Deep Dive Into Per Diem Work

Imagine only showing up to work when your skills are in demand — just like Batman ...
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Herb WoerpelSep 23, 2024 8:00:00 PM

No More Paper Trails – How Digital Time Tracking Transformed Three Companies' Bottom Lines

Efficiency is everything when running a business. This is especially true given the ...
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Herb WoerpelSep 16, 2024 8:00:00 PM

GPS Tracking Laws: A State-By-State Guide

Key Takeaways: GPS Tracking Laws ✔Always get employee consent before using GPS tracking, ...
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Herb WoerpelSep 8, 2024 8:00:00 PM

What Is Double Time Pay, and Are Employers Required to Pay it?

Key Takeaways: What Is Double Overtime ✔Double time pay means getting paid twice your ...
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Herb WoerpelSep 2, 2024 8:00:00 PM

Why Evening Shifts Matter: Exploring the Impact and Benefits

During the late 18th and early 19th centuries, as factories and other industries started ...
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Herb WoerpelAug 25, 2024 8:00:00 PM

How to Call in Sick Professionally (With Examples)

Key Takeaways: : How to Call in Sick the Right Way ✔Call in when you're contagious, in ...
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