What is TimeControl?
TimeControl is a multi-function timesheet system designed to serve multiple organizational purposes concurrently. It tracks time on a task-by-task and project-by-project basis while incorporating financial controls suitable for both corporate use and project management requirements. The system includes all necessary functionality to meet the stringent needs of payroll, human resources, and finance departments.
Available as TimeControl Online (a SaaS subscription timesheet service in the cloud) or TimeControl for on-premises implementation, this flexible solution integrates with multiple project management systems as well as corporate financial and administration systems including HR, payroll, billing, estimating, job costing, and ERP systems. This integration allows for single timesheet entries to serve multiple purposes across an organization.
Features
- Matrix Approval Process: Multi-level approval workflow for timesheet validation
- Multi-System Integration: Links to project management, HR, payroll, billing, and ERP systems
- Flexible Deployment Options: Cloud-based SaaS (TimeControl Online) and on-premises installations
- Comprehensive Reporting: Built-in reporting, analysis, and dashboard capabilities
- Mobile Accessibility: Timesheet entry and approval from any smartphone with internet connection
- Security Architecture: Multi-layered security with 256bit SSL encryption and intrusion detection
- Validation Rules: Configurable rules for timesheet data validation and compliance
Use Cases
- Project time tracking and management across multiple projects
- Corporate time and attendance management for payroll processing
- R&D tax credit compliance through detailed time tracking
- DCAA compliance for government contractors
- Integration with existing project management systems like Microsoft Project and Primavera
- Human resources management including vacation approvals and accruals
- Financial reporting and job costing through integrated time data
- Contractor time management and billing
FAQs
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What is the difference between TimeControl Online and on-premises installation?
TimeControl Online is a cloud-based SaaS subscription service hosted by HMS Software, requiring no hardware purchase or maintenance, while on-premises installation involves purchasing and maintaining the software on your own servers. -
What systems does TimeControl integrate with?
TimeControl integrates with multiple project management systems including Microsoft Project, Primavera, JIRA, and BrightWork, as well as corporate systems like HR, payroll, billing, estimating, job costing, and ERP systems. -
What security features does TimeControl Online offer?
TimeControl Online features multi-layered malware protection, continuous intrusion detection, 256bit SSL encryption, regular data backups, and redundant data protection layers in a secure hosted environment. -
Can TimeControl be used for compliance purposes?
Yes, TimeControl is designed to meet stringent compliance requirements including R&D tax credit documentation and DCAA compliance for government contractors through detailed time tracking and validation rules. -
Is mobile access available for TimeControl?
Yes, TimeControl offers mobile functionality allowing timesheet entry, editing, and approval from any smartphone with an internet connection through TimeControlMobile.
