Consider the factors in deciding between various Web-based time clocks

There are many factors to consider before purchasing your Web-based time clock system, including how many employees and locations you have, your Internet access and what additional features you’d like synched up with your time clocks.

I recommend: For a portal to suppliers of employee time clock software programs, visit Business.com’s Time and Attendance Software page. For a broad overview of time clocks, check out Business.com’s Time and Attendance page for several time clock options, including Web-based time clock systems.

Learn about the pricing variables of Web-based time clocks

Web-based time clock systems’ cost is usually charged according to the number of employees on/using the system, and on a monthly fee basis, rather than the upfront (and usually pricey) licensing fee of a traditional time clock or software program.

I recommend: Go to BuyerZone for free, no-obligation quotes for your Web-based time clock systems – all you have to do is answer a few questions about your needs. KnowledgeSum offers several Web-based time clock systems, including their KSum Lite for smaller companies.

Web-based time clocks offer flexibility

If you have offsite workers, including outside salespeople, telecommuters, or employees who travel on business, Web-based time clocks are a wise solution for keeping track of their time.

I recommend: TimeForce allows you to collect, manage, and process time using various options, including their Web browser options: TimeForce: Self Service, or NetClock.

Get automated tracking and approval with Web-based time clock systems

Most Web-based time clock systems offer online pay stub information, exporting of data to other programs, employee scheduling, and interfacing with accounting and other systems.

I recommend: Business.com’s Biometric Time Clock options include those with Web-based capabilities, so check out these vendors to learn more. Then check out GHG’s small-business offering, ASP Time and Attendance.

Web-based time clocks offer freedom to employees and owners

Search Web-based time clocks for one that allows more than offsite clock in and out capabilities, but also lets employees check their own information, and administrators access everything system-wide.

I recommend: Go to the Time Clock eShop for their Web-based time and attendance systems. Owners/managers get a single view into employee data, time cards, time-off requests (approve with a single mouse-click), and schedules through the Web Manager Module. Through the Web Employee Self-Service Module, your employees have the autonomy and ability to view their own information, time cards, and upcoming schedules.