Time-tracking software are
computer programs
A computer program is a sequence or set of instructions in a programming language for a computer to Execution (computing), execute. It is one component of software, which also includes software documentation, documentation and other intangibl ...
that allows users to record time spent on tasks or projects. Time-tracking software may include time-recording software, which uses
user activity monitoring
In the field of information security, user activity monitoring (UAM) or user activity analysis (UAA) is the monitoring and recording of user actions. UAM captures user actions, including the use of applications, windows opened, system commands exe ...
to record the activities performed on a
computer
A computer is a machine that can be Computer programming, programmed to automatically Execution (computing), carry out sequences of arithmetic or logical operations (''computation''). Modern digital electronic computers can perform generic set ...
and the time spent on each
project
A project is a type of assignment, typically involving research or design, that is carefully planned to achieve a specific objective.
An alternative view sees a project managerially as a sequence of events: a "set of interrelated tasks to be ...
and
task.
Timesheet software
Timesheet software is software used to maintain
timesheet
A timesheet (or time sheet) is a method for recording the amount of a worker's time spent on each job. Traditionally a sheet of paper with the data arranged in tabular format, a timesheet is now often a digital document or spreadsheet. The time ...
s. It was popularized when computers were first introduced to the office environment with the goal of automating heavy paperwork for big organizations.
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Comparison of time-tracking software
This is a comparison of notable time-tracking software packages and web hosted services.
See also
* Deployment management
* Flextime plan
* Project management software
* Timesheet
* Working time
Working time or laboring time is ...
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Computer surveillance
A computer is a machine that can be Computer programming, programmed to automatically Execution (computing), carry out sequences of arithmetic or logical operations (''computation''). Modern digital electronic computers can perform generic set ...
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Employee-scheduling software Employee scheduling software automates the process of creating and maintaining a schedule. Automating the scheduling of employees increases productivity and allows organizations with hourly workforces to re-allocate resources to non-scheduling acti ...
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Meeting scheduling tool
Appointment scheduling software or meeting scheduling tools allows businesses and professionals to manage appointments and bookings. This type of software is also known as appointment booking software and online booking software.
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Project-management software
Project management software are computer programs that help plan, organize, and manage resources.
Depending on the sophistication of the software, it can manage estimation and planning, scheduling, cost control, budget management, resource all ...
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Schedule (workplace)
A schedule, often called a rota or a roster, is a list of employees, and associated information e.g. location, department, working times, responsibilities for a given time period e.g. week, month or sports season.
A schedule is necessary for ...
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Time and attendance
Time and attendance systems (T&A) are used to track and monitor when employees start and stop work. A time and attendance system enables an employer to monitor their employees working hours and late arrivals, early departures, time taken on breaks ...
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Time management
Time management is the process of planning and exercising conscious control of time spent on specific activities—especially to increase effectiveness, efficiency and productivity.
Time management involves demands relating to work, social ...
References
Accounting software
Business software
Time management
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