Guide to Time Clocks

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Kinds of Time Clocks include the following:

Punch card

• A punch card time clock is the most common type of time clock in the market.
• It is a timepiece with a slot where a time card is inserted.
• It includes an automated machine that prints the day and time information on the time card whenever it is punched in and out.
• It is ideal for small to mid-size companies.

Digital electronic time clock

• A digital electronic time clock stores data electronically in a machine.
• It has a touch pad for punching in a code and clocking in or out.
• It can be used with cards and magnetic stripes.
• It keeps a running total of work hours.
• It can be interfaced with a computer printer.

Time stamp

• A time stamp is used for stamping the date and time onto a time card, stamping records or contracts, and tracking paper work.
• It can be modified to print certain words for stamping such as “canceled” or “paid.”

Time clock software

• A time clock software allows employees to sign in and out of work through a computer.
• It can be networked and accessed from the employee's workstation or in any computer in the office.
• It can export time clock information to accounting systems such as a payroll software.

Security: Choose a time clock with a security system that cannot be easily manipulated by employees. It should require a key or a password to change the setup.

Volume: For big companies, choose a high volume time clock that can accommodate all the information from all the employees.

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