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Labor Tracking

Human Resources

Definition

Labor tracking is the process of monitoring and recording labor activities and time for productivity analysis and payroll management in an ERP system.

Detailed Description

Labor tracking in ERP systems involves the systematic recording and analysis of employee work hours. It is used to ensure that labor resources are utilized efficiently and payroll is accurately calculated. This process can include time and attendance tracking, job costing, labor allocation, and performance analytics. Effective labor tracking helps organizations optimize workforce management, reduce costs, and improve operational performance by providing real-time data on labor activities.

Key Features

  • Automated alerts for overtime and compliance
  • Integration with payroll systems
  • Job costing and labor allocation
  • Real-time labor reporting and analytics
  • Time and attendance recording

Common Modules

Job Costing

This module allows businesses to allocate labor costs to specific projects or departments.

Payroll

This module integrates with time tracking to calculate accurate employee compensation.

Time and Attendance

This module tracks employee check-in and check-out times to manage attendance.

Popular Implementations

Implementation in Manufacturing

In a manufacturing setup, labor tracking is used to track the time spent on different production orders to identify bottlenecks and optimize labor usage.