Category: Time & Attendance
Top 8 best Time & Attendance software providers in 2026
In this article, we break down the top 8 best time and attendance software providers in 2026 like edays. We present their key features, as well as discussing what time and attendance software is, why it’s useful, and what to consider when selecting your provider. Helping you make the right decision when it comes to
Uncovering overtime costs with attendance & timesheet data
Overtime can creep up unnoticed in many businesses, pushing labour costs higher and impacting employee wellbeing. With reliable time management tools, such as clocking in and out functionality, timesheets, manager approval processes and analytical reporting, HR leaders can significantly reduce overtime costs, improve accuracy in pay, and boost transparency and consistency. The scale of the
The six-hour workday: A better alternative?
For decades, employees around the world are used to working eight hours a day, typically from 9am til 5pm. But some organisations have implemented something different – a six-hour workday, slashing the amount of time they expect their employees to be present at work by 25%. Could this be a better alternative? The history of
Are we working too much? A look at global working hours
In almost every organisation, tracking employee working hours goes hand in hand with plenty of other standard HR functions. Whether you use time tracking software, a clocking in and out system, or simply contract employees to work a set number of hours per week, knowing how much your employees are working is an everyday part
8 benefits of using an employee clocking in system
In this blog, we’ll look at how implementing a clocking in system can boost your organisation in terms of compliance, productivity, payroll accuracy, and more. What is an employee clocking in system? A clocking in system is a platform that enables organisations to track and record employee working hours. A clocking in system might be
Australia joins list of countries that have ‘right to disconnect’
Australia has recently become the latest country to implement ‘right to disconnect’ legislation for the country’s employees. What does the legislation entail and how will it affect workplaces? What does ‘right to disconnect’ legislation mean? Australia’s right to disconnect legislation came into effect in August 2024, and stipulates that employees cannot be penalised for reasonably
Greece introduces a six-day working week
Greece has introduced a six-day working week for some industries, following new legislation that came into effect from July 2024. What does the new legislation mean? The new legislation allows employees to work up to 48 hours per week, as opposed to 40 previously. This increase in working hours is completely optional, and workers who
What are the benefits of using employee timesheet software?
Employee timesheets are nothing new – they have been standard practice in the workplace for years. Depending on the organisation and the industry, however, they may be used in very different ways and for different purposes. If done manually however, through paper or spreadsheets, employee timesheets can become an admin-heavy process, so this blog looks
The EU Working Time Directive: A complete guide
In this blog, we’ll break down what the EU Working Time Directive is and what it involves in practical terms, including the benefits of using an automated time tracking system. What is the EU Working Time Directive? The European Working Time Directive (2003) In November 2003, the EU passed the European Working Time Directive, designed
5 tips on how to manage employee attendance
This blog looks at what employee attendance management encompasses, why employee attendance management is vital for organisational success, and 5 tips on how to manage employee attendance effectively. HR leaders know that managing employees effectively is a crucial aspect of any organisation, and doing so correctly has a huge impact on productivity, engagement and culture.
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