Shiftmate

How to find missing timesheet record?

Guide to finding idle check-in, unusually long shift, low break and weekly hours overrun in Excel or CSV file.

Incomplete timesheet records should not arise as a question from the accountant at the end of the month. Weekly data quality control allows correction to be made while the event is still being remembered.

Scan required fields first

If any of the employee, date, input and output fields are blank, the record is not computable. Put these lines in separate lists.

Mark unusual periods

Recording a shift that is too long, zero net hours, or excessive breaks is often a format or entry error. Automatic thresholds reduce the review list.

Do not correct without verifying with the source

The shift plan, manager memo and employee confirmation should be compared. The checking tool flags the error; It cannot know the correct value on its own.

Summary

Good timesheet control does not silently change data; It makes visible the suspicious line, the reason, and the need for verification.