Product Overview of ClockShark
ClockShark is a comprehensive time-tracking and scheduling software specifically designed for construction and field service businesses. Founded in 2014 by Joe and Cliff Marcyes, ClockShark aims to address the unique challenges of tracking frontline employee time accurately in these industries.
What ClockShark Does
ClockShark enables businesses to efficiently manage employee time, labor costs, and job assignments. The platform allows employees to clock in and out using their smartphones, tablets, or computers, ensuring accurate and real-time tracking of work hours. This data is crucial for payroll processing, job costing, and overall business efficiency.
Key Features and Functionality
Time Tracking
- Mobile Time Tracking: Employees can clock in and out using the mobile app, with GPS tracking to ensure they are at the correct job site.
- Kiosk Clock: This feature allows multiple crew members to clock in and out using a 4-digit PIN and facial recognition, turning any mobile device into a central time clock.
- Offline Time Tracking: The app works even without a cell signal or WiFi, syncing data when the device is reconnected to the network.
Job and Task Management
- Customizable Job and Task Tracking: Users can create detailed jobs and tasks, including stages of the project, customer information, and financial details like billable rates and tax rates.
- Job Costing: Allocate time to specific jobs and tasks, helping in accurate job costing and payroll calculations.
Scheduling
- Drag and Drop Scheduling: Easily create, assign, and manage schedules using a visual calendar display. Employees can view their schedules and receive updates on any changes.
- Real-Time Notifications: Instantly notify employees of schedule updates, reducing confusion and ensuring everyone is on the same page.
Reporting and Integration
- Flexible Reporting: Generate powerful and clean reports for payroll, labor costing, and jobsite activities. Reports can be accessed in PDF or Excel format.
- Native Integrations: ClockShark integrates with popular payroll and accounting systems like QuickBooks, ADP, and Xero, eliminating double data entry and streamlining the payroll process.
Geofencing and Location Tracking
- Geofences: Set up virtual boundaries around job sites to remind employees to clock in and out when entering or leaving the area.
- Breadcrumb Trail: Track the location of employees throughout their workday, providing insights into where time can be optimized.
Communication and Collaboration
- In-App Conversations: Facilitate real-time communication between the office and the field, reducing miscommunication and keeping everyone updated on project progress.
Time Off and Approvals
- Custom Sick and Vacation Policies: Easily track paid time off (PTO) by setting up custom policies that automatically track hours.
- Manager Roles and Approvals: Managers can approve timesheets directly and view detailed changes made to timesheets.
Additional Benefits
- Facial Recognition and Photo Capture: Prevents buddy punching by ensuring the correct employee is clocking in or out.
- Overtime Rules: Set custom overtime rules based on company policies or use pre-built rules like the California overtime rule.
ClockShark is trusted by over 9,500 companies and more than 100,000 field service and construction professionals worldwide, making it a reliable and efficient solution for managing time, jobs, and labor costs in the construction and field service industries.