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March 20, 2019in HRFrom clocking-in systems to biometric time and attendance software
Celebrating over 37 years in business, Addtime once specialised solely in clocking-in systems but it’s no longer the same compan
February 14, 2019Biometric clocking in machines – Good or bad idea?
In this article, we give an overview of how biometric clocking in machines can benefit your business by uniquely verifying an indi
February 12, 2019Why HR should embrace time and attendance software?
When maximising productivity in the workplace, time and attendance software provides an effective way of ensuring you get the most
- February 5, 2019
Considering a new biometric time and attendance system?
Introducing a new biometric time and attendance system is all about cultural change, the challenge is encouraging employees and ma
January 29, 2019Save up to 50% with payroll integration
Payroll integration using Platinum Enterprise workforce management software can save up to 50% on payroll process time. This artic
January 22, 2019Why choose an Absence Management System?
£18 billion. That’s the cost of absence in the workplace each year according to ACAS. Could your absence management system
January 15, 2019Biometric time and attendance from Addtime & Suprema
In terms of biometric time and attendance, Addtime have always welcomed new technologies to help improve the product offering to c
August 9, 2018What is The Bradford Factor and how is it used by HR?
One of the most useful tools for monitoring absenteeism by HR Managers is the Bradford Factor scoring formula used to track unplan
August 7, 2018Time and Attendance: The Benefits and Advantages of clocking in systems
In an ideal world keeping track of employee time and attendance should a priority on any HR manager’s remit, but we often fi
July 16, 2018How measuring employee lateness and absences with time and attendance software can benefit your business
When running your daily operations, it’s vital that your business has employees it can count on. However, it’s inevitable ther
June 5, 2018in HRGDPR Compliant Time and Attendance
With the need to be compliant with GDPR, HR departments are now being asked to scrutinise their current processes and systems to r
June 5, 2018in HR4 Key Benefits of Time and Attendance software for Care Homes
Owning or managing elderly care home staff members can often be a struggle. Indeed, at Addtime, we understand that for care homes,
September 13, 2016in HRSMEs at risk through DIY HR and payroll failure
SMEs are the businesses most likely to have key functions carried out by non-experts. And a new report suggests they’re putting
September 12, 2016How much of your business costs are people-based?
Addtime explores how much your people really cost – and how you can lower the bill. “Our people are our most important ass
August 17, 2016in ManagementHow to keep your staff permits, licences and qualifications up to date
Choose the right time and attendance system, and it could help you manage the paperwork that protects your people, your business a
August 3, 2016Should your Access Control system be doing more?
If your access control system is only preventing access to those without the authority to enter, it’s only reaching half its
August 2, 2016How easy is it to switch from traditional time recording systems to biometric clocking in machines?
What happens when you decide to make the switch from traditional time recording systems or swipe card systems to biometric scanner
July 19, 2016How could an extension of workers’ self certification limits affect your business?
How would an extension of workers’ self certification limits affect your business? Every year, GPs carry out around 370 million
July 12, 2016Payroll fraud costs UK firms £12 billion each year
Is your payroll open to abuse? And if it is, how can your workforce management system help put things right? According to The Annu
June 29, 2016in ManagementHow pro-active monitoring can make managing easier
On any day of the week, management can feel like a cross between fire-fighting, juggling and plate spinning. In this post, we expl
May 25, 2016in ManagementUsing clocking in machines? Take the next step
Let the way you manage your workforce evolve, and see the difference it can make to your business. As it grows, every business und
May 22, 2016in ManagementWe’ve made the change from time and attendance to whole workforce management systems
We’ve made the change from time and attendance to whole workforce management systems. Here’s why you should too… The
May 20, 2016Addtime joins GM Chamber of Commerce
“We’ve changed a lot over the past year. Joining the largest Chamber of Commerce outside of London is the latest example of th
May 4, 2016in ManagementWhy are your people off work? And what can you do?
According to a recent survey, 57% of workers have rung in sick within the last 3 years, despite not being sick. But why are people
- April 29, 2016in Management
How much is absence costing your business?
£17 billion. That’s the annual cost to UK businesses of employee absence, according to ACAS. But what is employee absence costi
April 19, 2016in ManagementStreamline and simplify your workforce management systems
“I never knew it could do that!” Whenever we talk to Addtime clients, those are the words we hear most frequently. So if you a
March 29, 2016in ManagementBiometric clocking in machines – alleviating staff concerns
There’s no simpler or more secure way of clocking your people in and out every day than with biometric clocking in machines/fing
January 19, 2016in ManagementWhat is the Bradford Factor and how should you use it?
What is the bradford factor? The Bradford Factor is a formula used in HR management for calculating absenteeism, in particular sho
January 19, 2016in RegulationsWorking Time Regulations
The Working Time Regulations (WTR) define holidays, rest periods and maximum working hours for your employees. The regulations are
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