Every week, in payroll offices across New Zealand, payroll administrators like Mary (or Murray) face the daunting task of checking, calculating and keying paper timesheets. This throwback to a bygone era sucks time and admin resources. Using a digital timesheet system like TimeHub and MyTimesheets can significantly streamline the tasks payroll administrators like Mary have
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In the realm of business operations, the decision-making process is often driven by a careful consideration of costs and benefits. Whether it’s optimizing workflows, streamlining processes, or adopting new technologies, every choice has financial implications. However, one aspect that is frequently overlooked is the cost of doing nothing. Inaction can be more costly than taking
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We are waging war against paper timesheets because we have seen firsthand the impact that TimeCreep, caused by paper timesheets, can have on a business and its payroll process. TimeCreep – The effect of the small, incremental and often hidden costs of incorrect recording of time, tardiness, rounding errors, calculation errors, buddy punching etc plus potential keying errors
In the bustling landscape of New Zealand’s small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), envision a scenario where the tedious world of manually managing employee time and attendance gives way to the seamless efficiency of digital timekeeping. Picture the liberation of precious hours, the elimination of errors, and the streamlining of payroll processes. As businesses evolve, so
One critical aspect that greatly affects the accuracy of your payroll process is how you capture your employees’ time. Is it accurate? Is it timely? Is it reliable? When it’s not (whether perceived or real), it erodes trust. Using a manual system like paper time sheets opens the door to doubts about whether you trust your
Five common emotional states managers and payroll administrators go through when checking timesheets While not the five stages of grief, there are a number of emotional stages a manager will go through as they check timesheets: Confused: The process begins with confusion when the payroll manager encounters discrepancies or inconsistencies in the timesheets. They may
“We’ve always done it this way” is not a good business strategy because it implies resistance to change and a lack of adaptability. In a dynamic and competitive business environment, staying stagnant and sticking to old practices can hinder growth and innovation. Here are some reasons why this mindset is problematic: Lack of efficiency: Just
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Assuming “We’ve done have a problem” without actually looking into it is not a good business strategy for several reasons: Ignoring potential issues: By assuming there are no problems, a business may overlook underlying issues that could be affecting performance, customer satisfaction, or employee morale. Missed improvement opportunities: Without investigating, a company might miss opportunities
Managers spending time chasing and checking paper timesheets can be unproductive for several reasons: Manual Data Entry: Paper timesheets require manual data entry, which is time-consuming and prone to errors. Managers need to collect timesheets, input data into spreadsheets or payroll systems, and reconcile any discrepancies. This manual process can lead to mistakes and delays
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Using paper timesheets can be likened to doing a puzzle with missing pieces due to several reasons: Incomplete Information: Paper timesheets may lack essential information, such as accurate start and end times, breaks, or overtime hours. Employees may forget to record certain details, leading to incomplete data. Illegible Handwriting: Handwritten timesheets can be difficult to
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