SubTrack vs Kiosks
Enhancing workforce management
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For years, kiosks have been a standard option for clocking in and out across various industries, providing a stationary solution for tracking employee attendance. However, the modern workplace demands greater flexibility and efficiency—qualities that fixed kiosk stations often struggle to deliver, especially in dynamic fields like construction. Here’s 9 reasons why SubTrack may be a better solution for your company.
Mobility & Flexibility
SubTrack operates on mobile devices, allowing employees to clock in and out directly from their smartphones or tablets. This is particularly advantageous for construction sites or businesses where workers are spread across multiple locations. Unlike fixed kiosks, SubTrack can be used anywhere, eliminating the need for employees to return to a specific location to clock in or out, thus saving time and increasing productivity.
Real-Time Geofencing
SubTrack utilises geofencing technology, which is not typically available with kiosk systems. This feature ensures that employees are only able to clock in or out when they are within a predefined geographical area, enhancing the accuracy of time records and preventing time theft associated with employees clocking in before reaching the job site, clocking out after leaving it and clocking in & out on behalf of one another.
Cost Effectiveness
Implementing SubTrack does not require the same level of capital investment as setting up kiosks. Kiosks can be expensive to install and maintain, especially across multiple sites. SubTrack, being app-based, only requires employees to have a compatible mobile device, which most already do. It also means that kiosks don’t have to be moved around or purchased when starting a new project, further reducing transport related costs.
Discrepancy and Request Handling
SubTrack allows for the management of discrepancies and requests in real-time. If there is an issue with an employee's clock-in or clock-out, or if adjustments need to be made to timesheets, SubTrack provides the tools to manage these issues directly through the software. This capability can be more cumbersome with kiosk-based systems, which might not offer the same level of immediacy or flexibility.
User-Friendly Interface
SubTrack is designed from a user first perspective with user experience as the top priority, featuring an intuitive interface that requires minimal training. This means SubTrack is extremely easy to use both for administrators and site staff. This contrasts with some kiosk systems that can be highly complex and less user-friendly, potentially leading to errors in usage and time tracking, reducing your productivity.
Customisation and Scalability
SubTrack offers greater customisation options, such as setting specific tasks, leave management overtime controls and so much more, tailored to the unique needs of your business. Its scalability makes it suitable for companies of all sizes, whereas kiosks might not offer the same level of customisation and often require additional hardware for scaling, which increases costs and detracts from the job at hand.
Enhanced Health and Safety Compliance
SubTrack significantly boosts health and safety compliance with customisable pre and post-work protocols and Form Builder. It ensures all safety checks and documentation are completed before and after shifts, streamlining compliance and reducing risks, a feature not typically supported by traditional kiosks.
Operational Readiness and Logistics
SubTrack operates without the need for fixed installations or power, eliminating costs associated with maintaining and powering kiosks like PAT testing. This makes SubTrack ideal for remote or temporary sites with little to no electricity, enhancing flexibility and reducing operational costs.
Adaptive Scheduling and Real-Time Adjustments
SubTrack’s dynamic scheduling allows real-time adjustments, responding swiftly to project changes and personnel availability. This adaptability ensures continuous project flow and operational efficiency, meaning staff know when and where they need to be contrasting with the static nature of kiosks which can delay and disrupt workflows.
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