Time tracking is a vital aspect of workforce management, especially in manufacturing. A manufacturing company recently embarked on a journey to modernize its employee punch-in system, leading to a fascinating transformation with CloudApper’s UKG/Kronos TimeClock.

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Key Takeaways

  1. Privacy Concerns Addressed: Transitioning from facial recognition to PIN codes helped address employee privacy concerns.
  2. Cost Efficiency: Using PIN codes significantly reduced operational expenses compared to QR codes.
  3. Enhanced Usability: The PIN code system provided a user-friendly solution for employees.
  4. Seamless Integration: CloudApper’s TimeClock seamlessly integrated with UKG/Kronos, ensuring accurate and real-time data capture.

The Initial Approach: Facial Recognition

Initially, the company implemented a facial recognition system with CloudApper’s TimeClock. This advanced technology promised to enhance security and accuracy by ensuring that only authorized personnel could clock in and out. However, a significant challenge arose: not all employees consented to using facial recognition due to privacy concerns.

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The Intermediate Solution: QR Codes

In response to the mixed reactions, the company transitioned to using QR codes for employee punch-ins. Employees were issued unique QR codes that they could scan to clock in and out. While this method bypassed the privacy issues, it proved to be cost-inefficient. The constant need to generate and maintain QR codes, along with the necessary scanning equipment, has led to increased operational costs.

Time tracking data revealed that the US economy loses 50 million hours in productivity per day because of unrecorded work activities. (Market Research Future, 2020)

The Final Transformation: PIN Codes

Seeking a cost-effective and user-friendly solution, the company finally settled on using PIN code verification for punch-ins. Each employee was assigned a unique PIN code to use at designated time clocks. This method struck a balance between cost efficiency and usability, addressing the privacy concerns of employees while significantly reducing operational expenses.

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Integration with UKG/Kronos

Throughout this journey, the seamless integration of CloudApper’s TimeClock with UKG/Kronos ensured that all punch-in data was accurately captured and synchronized. This integration facilitated real-time monitoring and reporting, enhancing the overall efficiency of workforce management.

Adopting CloudApper’s TimeClock with UKG/Kronos integration has revolutionized our time tracking process. The transition to PIN codes has significantly improved employee satisfaction and operational efficiency.

– Chief Human Resource Officer, with over 15 years of experience in employee relationship management in manufacturing*

Conclusion

The transition from facial recognition to QR codes and, ultimately, to PIN codes highlights the company’s commitment to finding the most effective time-tracking solution for its employees. CloudApper’s UKG/Kronos TimeClock proved to be flexible and adaptable, accommodating the company’s evolving needs while maintaining accuracy and efficiency. This transformation story underscores the importance of adapting to employee feedback and operational requirements in pursuit of optimal workforce management. Contact us to learn more.

*Disclaimer: Due to privacy reasons, the identity of the person or company cannot be revealed.