{"id":11687,"date":"2023-03-07T09:34:10","date_gmt":"2023-03-07T09:34:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/?p=11687"},"modified":"2025-11-04T12:22:09","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T06:52:09","slug":"keep-track-of-time-spent-on-projects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/project-management\/keep-track-of-time-spent-on-projects\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Keep Track Of Time Spent On Projects?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/project-management\/keep-track-of-time-spent-on-projects\/#Introduction\" >Introduction\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/project-management\/keep-track-of-time-spent-on-projects\/#Why_Track_the_Time_of_Your_Employees\" >Why Track the Time of Your Employees?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/project-management\/keep-track-of-time-spent-on-projects\/#Time_Spent_on_Daily_Activities_in_minutes\" >Time Spent on Daily Activities (in minutes)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/project-management\/keep-track-of-time-spent-on-projects\/#Top_5_Best_Way_To_Track_Time_Spent_on_Projects\" >Top 5 Best Way To Track Time Spent on Projects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/project-management\/keep-track-of-time-spent-on-projects\/#Time_Management_Techniques_For_You\" >Time Management Techniques For You!<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/project-management\/keep-track-of-time-spent-on-projects\/#Workstatus_%E2%80%93_The_Powerful_Solution_To_Automatic_Time_Tracking\" >Workstatus &#8211; The Powerful Solution To Automatic Time Tracking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/project-management\/keep-track-of-time-spent-on-projects\/#Closing_Thoughts\" >Closing Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><b>Introduction\u00a0<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time is one of the most valuable resources we have. For business owners, it is crucial to monitor employee hours, track time spent on projects, and accurately assess the efficacy and productivity of the business.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><b>Do you know?<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Employees spend <b>only 27% of their day<\/b> on skill-based tasks. (TheDrum, 2020)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Through detailed analysis, owners can make informed decisions about allocating resources and maximizing the effectiveness of their organization.<\/p>\n<p>Monitoring time is an integral part of any business, and there are many options to choose from.<\/p>\n<p>From the more traditional method of recording start and finish times to using advanced software solutions, you can easily stay on top of tracking employee time.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12193 size-full\" title=\"Workstatus timer clock showing project time tracker and the best way to track time spent on projects\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/workstatus-timer-clock-min.jpg.webp\" alt=\"project time tracker\" width=\"423\" height=\"784\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/workstatus-timer-clock-min.jpg.webp 423w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/workstatus-timer-clock-min.jpg-162x300.webp 162w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/workstatus-timer-clock-min-54x100.jpg.webp 54w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/workstatus-timer-clock-min-243x450.jpg.webp 243w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 423px) 100vw, 423px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>To properly monitor employee time, business owners must log the number of hours spent on the job and note the projects accomplished, clients serviced, and activities performed.<\/p>\n<p>This blog covers the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Why Track the Time of Your Employees?<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Top 5 methods to track time spent on projects<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time management techniques- Infographics<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>What is the solution to automate time tracking?<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let\u2019s dive in-<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Track_the_Time_of_Your_Employees\"><\/span><b>Why Track the Time of Your Employees?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You must be wondering.<\/p>\n<p>Is it essential to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/time-attendance\/7-reasons-why-you-need-time-tracking-reports\/\">track time<\/a> spent by employees on different projects?<\/p>\n<p>Here we are giving you a chart showing how much time employees spend on various activities at the workplace:<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_Spent_on_Daily_Activities_in_minutes\"><\/span><b>Time Spent on Daily Activities (in minutes)<\/b><b><\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12021\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12021\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12021 size-full\" title=\"Graph displaying time spent on daily activities, illustrating how to track time spent on tasks and project hours tracking\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Spent-on-Daily-Activities.jpg.webp\" alt=\"how to track time spent on tasks\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Spent-on-Daily-Activities.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Spent-on-Daily-Activities.jpg-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Spent-on-Daily-Activities.jpg-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Spent-on-Daily-Activities-100x75.jpg.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Spent-on-Daily-Activities-600x450.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12021\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Graph displaying time spent on daily activities, illustrating how to track time spent on tasks and project hours tracking<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Now, it\u2019s time to review some of the methods of time tracking.<\/p>\n<div class=\"upd-cusbanner sc-col\">\n    <div class=\"cta-title\">Struggling to estimate project timelines accurately?<\/div>\n    <p class=\"heading\">Track Hours Spent In Real-Time For Precise Planning<\/p>\n    <div class=\"ctasec\">\n    <a class=\"primary_btn1\" onclick=\"call_demows();\" href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Book a Demo<\/a>\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0);\" class=\"bkdemo\" onclick=\"return get_ws_signupform(42, 'monthly');\">Start Free Trial<\/a>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_5_Best_Way_To_Track_Time_Spent_on_Projects\"><\/span><b>Top 5 Best Way To Track Time Spent on Projects<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><b> 1. Spreadsheets<\/b><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_12171\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-12171\" style=\"width: 836px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-12171 size-full\" title=\"Workstatus timesheet step 3 demonstrating a time tracker project and the best way to track time spent on projects\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/timesheet-step-3.jpg.webp\" alt=\"time tracker project\" width=\"836\" height=\"647\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/timesheet-step-3.jpg.webp 836w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/timesheet-step-3.jpg-300x232.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/timesheet-step-3.jpg-768x594.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/timesheet-step-3-100x77.jpg.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/timesheet-step-3-581x450.jpg.webp 581w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 836px) 100vw, 836px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-12171\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Workstatus timesheet step 3 demonstrating a time tracker project and the best way to track time spent on projects<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You can use excel spreadsheets to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/time-attendance\/work-tracking\/\">track time spent on multiple projects by your teams<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Digital spreadsheets offer great benefits for entrepreneurs. Building a template allows for quick reuse on multiple tasks, and your documents can be safely kept for future reference. Furthermore, this data can also help you to prepare and generate useful reports.<\/p>\n<p>Using spreadsheets for time tracking can be helpful; however, it can take a lot of time to input all the necessary information manually.<\/p>\n<h3><b> 2. Paper Timesheets<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12182 size-full\" title=\"Paper timesheet for project hours tracking, showing how to track time spent on tasks and track project time.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/paper-timesheet-min.jpg.webp\" alt=\"project hours tracking\" width=\"700\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/paper-timesheet-min.jpg.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/paper-timesheet-min.jpg-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/paper-timesheet-min-100x50.jpg.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Paper timesheets provide an uncomplicated solution for recording your business activities. You can note what you finish in every 20 or 35-minute segment to ensure that your objectives, tasks, and goals are accurately documented.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore, it does not need any internet connection, so it is suitable for use anywhere.<\/p>\n<p>Managing multiple projects with timesheets can be difficult and lead to inaccuracies since important details can be overlooked.<\/p>\n<p>Also, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/time-attendance\/track-employee-hour\/\">keeping precise records with timesheets to track<\/a> employees&#8217; time can also prove challenging.<\/p>\n<p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;-<\/p>\n<p><strong>Download: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/tools\/free-timesheet-templates\"><span style=\"color: #3366ff;\">Free timesheet templates<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;-<\/p>\n<h3><b> 3. Timers<\/b><\/h3>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15066 size-full\" title=\"Time activity reports featuring a project time tracker and methods to track project time and project hours tracking.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/timeactivity-reports-1.png.webp\" alt=\"project hours tracking\" width=\"3000\" height=\"1862\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>Timers are a simple and efficient method for tracking the amount of time spent on a project.<\/p>\n<p>You can start the timer while beginning each task and observe precisely how much time is spent and what progress has been made.<\/p>\n<p>This also gives a better understanding of the overall timeline needed to complete the task.<\/p>\n<h3><b> 4. Keep A Log<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Keeping a log of your daily activities is a powerful tool for tracking the progress of your projects.<\/p>\n<p>It will also allow you to quickly review the time invested into each task, ensuring accurate data and records.<\/p>\n<div class=\"upd-cusbanner sc-col\">\n    <div class=\"cta-title\">Are you tired of losing track of billable hours?<\/div>\n    <p class=\"heading\">Never Miss a Minute with Automated Timesheets<\/p>\n    <div class=\"ctasec\">\n    <a class=\"primary_btn1\" onclick=\"call_demows();\" href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Book a Demo<\/a>\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0);\" class=\"bkdemo\" onclick=\"return get_ws_signupform(42, 'monthly');\">Start Free Trial<\/a>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h3><b> 5. Time Tracking Software<\/b><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16928 size-full\" title=\"Activity monitoring screen showcasing the best way to track time spent on projects and a project time tracker\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/To-Do-Task-wise-Timesheet-Reporting-1.png.webp\" alt=\"timesheet-reporting-workstatus\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1067\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/To-Do-Task-wise-Timesheet-Reporting-1.png.webp 2000w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/To-Do-Task-wise-Timesheet-Reporting-1.png-300x160.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/To-Do-Task-wise-Timesheet-Reporting-1.png-1024x546.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/To-Do-Task-wise-Timesheet-Reporting-1.png-768x410.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/To-Do-Task-wise-Timesheet-Reporting-1.png-1536x819.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2000px) 100vw, 2000px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p>By taking advantage of time-tracking applications and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/project-management\/agile-project-management\/\">project management<\/a><\/strong> software, business owners can precisely monitor how much time spent on projects. It will ensure work is completed more efficiently.<\/p>\n<p>Whether running a small business or a freelancer billing hourly, this software is the perfect solution. With its apps running automatically in the background, it accurately tracks time spent on tasks, starting when work commences and stopping once finished.<\/p>\n<p>When choosing mobile and desktop time-tracking apps for your business, consider whether the software fulfills your needs and budget. Select a system that is straightforward to install and easy to use. Ensure it enables you to combine different aspects of your workflow effectively. You should also be able to review team timesheets, assign time to projects, and generate detailed reports.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/is-it-ethical-for-organizations-to-monitor-employees\/\">Is It Ethical for Organizations to Monitor Employees?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_Management_Techniques_For_You\"><\/span><b>Time Management Techniques For You!<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The below infographics share some of the top time management techniques that will help to manage your workload effectively and efficiently:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12020 size-full\" title=\"Illustration of time-saving hacks, emphasizing project hours tracking and how to track time spent on tasks\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Saving-Hacks.jpg.webp\" alt=\"how to track time spent on tasks\" width=\"800\" height=\"1823\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Saving-Hacks.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Saving-Hacks.jpg-132x300.webp 132w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Saving-Hacks.jpg-449x1024.webp 449w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Saving-Hacks.jpg-768x1750.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Saving-Hacks.jpg-674x1536.webp 674w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Saving-Hacks-44x100.jpg.webp 44w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Saving-Hacks-197x450.jpg.webp 197w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Time-Saving-Hacks-527x1200.jpg.webp 527w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Remember, effective time management is all about finding what works best for you. Experiment with different techniques until you find the ones that help you work most efficiently.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Workstatus_%E2%80%93_The_Powerful_Solution_To_Automatic_Time_Tracking\"><\/span><b>Workstatus &#8211; The Powerful Solution To Automatic Time Tracking<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You must be wondering.<\/p>\n<p>Why should any organization invest in a time-tracking solution?<\/p>\n<p>Here is your answer-<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>\u00a03 Key Reasons To Track Productive Hours<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11688 size-full\" title=\"Image showing reasons to track productive hours with a focus on project time tracker and the best way to track time spent on projects\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Reasons-To-Track-Productive-Hours-min.jpg.webp\" alt=\"time tracker project\" width=\"800\" height=\"166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Reasons-To-Track-Productive-Hours-min.jpg.webp 800w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Reasons-To-Track-Productive-Hours-min.jpg-300x62.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Reasons-To-Track-Productive-Hours-min.jpg-768x159.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Reasons-To-Track-Productive-Hours-min-100x21.jpg.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Reasons-To-Track-Productive-Hours-min-700x145.jpg.webp 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Workstatus will help you to monitor the productive hours of your workforce with insights such as<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Total Activity per Day<\/li>\n<li>Total Hours Worked<\/li>\n<li>Average Daily Activity<\/li>\n<li>Hourly Breakdown Of User Productivity<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Thus, helping you to kill these evils:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Time theft<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/buddy-punching\/\">Buddy punching<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Unrecorded work activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Here is what Workstatus will do for you-<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15793\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Active-screenshots-min.png.webp\" alt=\"Screenshots\" width=\"3000\" height=\"1372\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>1. Active screenshots<\/strong>&#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\">Workstatus<\/a> captures screenshots of your employees&#8217; system screens at random intervals to provide a visual record of their real-time operations and productivity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>2. Automatic clock-in and clock out<\/strong>&#8211; Workstatus&#8217;s geofencing feature automatically clocks employees in and out when they enter or leave designated work areas, ensuring accurate tracking.<\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16969 size-full\" title=\"Automatic clock-in and clock-out feature illustrating a time tracker project and the best way to track time spent on projects\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Set-Office-Locations.png.webp\" alt=\"time and project tracking\" width=\"2661\" height=\"1527\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>3. Selfie-based attendance tracking<\/strong> &#8211; Employees can verify their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/time-attendance\/facial-recognition-software\">attendance by taking a selfie<\/a> using the Workstatus mobile app, providing an extra layer of security to prevent time fraud.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15181\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/attendance-punch-in-out.png.webp\" alt=\"Attendance\" width=\"3000\" height=\"1372\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>4. App &amp; URL tracking<\/strong>&#8211; Workstatus monitors the apps and websites employees use during work hours, allowing managers to identify time-wasting activities and helping them to ensure the team stays productive and on task.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15162 size-full\" title=\"App URL tracking feature showcasing how to track time spent on tasks and a project time tracker\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/App-URL-tracking-min-1.png.webp\" alt=\"project hours tracking\" width=\"3000\" height=\"1372\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>5. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/time-attendance\/timesheet-software\">Online timesheets<\/a><\/strong>: Workstatus creates digital timesheets that are accessible from anywhere, making it easy for managers to accurately <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/track-employee-hours-improve-productivity\/\">track employee hours<\/a> and manage payroll.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15180 size-full\" title=\"Workstatus schedules highlighting project time tracker and methods to track project time\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/timesheets-1.png.webp\" alt=\"time tracker project\" width=\"3000\" height=\"1372\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>6. Employee scheduling<\/strong>&#8211; With Workstatus&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/workforce-management\/employee-scheduling-software\">employee scheduling feature<\/a>, managers can create detailed schedules, allocate tasks, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/time-attendance\/swing-shifts-explained-benefits-and-tips\/\">manage shift swaps<\/a>, ensuring complete organization and zero scheduling conflicts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-14956 size-full\" title=\"Time activity reports focusing on how to track time spent on tasks and project hours tracking\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/schedules-new.png.webp\" alt=\"project time tracker\" width=\"3000\" height=\"1372\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>7. Idle vs. Productive time<\/strong>&#8211; Workstatus provides employers with a detailed breakdown of how much time employees spend on productive activities versus idle ones for greater workflow transparency.\u00a0<\/span><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15066 size-full\" title=\"Reports section of Workstatus showcasing a time tracker project and the best way to track time spent on projects\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/timeactivity-reports-1.png.webp\" alt=\"how to track time spent on tasks\" width=\"3000\" height=\"1862\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>8. Download reports<\/strong>&#8211; Workstatus provides reports on employee work hours, attendance, and productivity that can be downloaded for better visibility and tracking.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12856 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Reports-1.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Reports 1\" width=\"750\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Reports-1.jpg.webp 750w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Reports-1.jpg-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Reports-1-100x50.jpg.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Reports-1-700x350.jpg.webp 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>9. Apps for iOS and Android<\/strong>\u2013 Workstatus offers mobile apps for iOS and Android devices, making it easy for employees to clock in and out and for managers to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/team-monitoring-software\/\">monitor their team&#8217;s activity<\/a> on the go.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-15127 size-full\" title=\"Mobile interface of Workstatus demonstrating project time tracker and how to track time spent on tasks\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Mobile.png.webp\" alt=\"time tracker project\" width=\"3000\" height=\"1372\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Closing_Thoughts\"><\/span><b>Closing Thoughts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Time management is essential for successful project completion.<\/p>\n<p>Tracking time spent on projects can guarantee projects are delivered on time, within the allocated budget, and with a high level of quality.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s essential for business owners to determine which tracking approach best meets their needs and objectives, from spreadsheets and timers to more advanced time-tracking solutions.<\/p>\n<p>To stay on track and be productive, it&#8217;s essential to closely track and record all the time you spend on a particular task, including phone calls, conferences, and other responsibilities connected with the task.<\/p>\n<p>By accurately monitoring the time used on projects, you can assess how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/track-employee-hours-improve-productivity\/\">productive your staff is and recognize opportunities for improvement<\/a>. This helps you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/9-effective-task-management-strategies-for-higher-productivity\/\">manage tasks more effectively<\/a> and enhances your organization&#8217;s performance.<\/p>\n<p>Sign in to try the most advanced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/time-attendance\/time-tracking-software\"><b>time tracking software<\/b><\/a> here-<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"upd-cusbanner sc-col\">\n    <div class=\"cta-title\">Revolutionize Your Team&#039;s Productivity Today!<\/div>\n    <p class=\"heading\">Unlock Your Team&#039;s Full Potential.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"ctasec\">\n    <a class=\"primary_btn1\" onclick=\"call_demows();\" href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Book a Demo<\/a>\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0);\" class=\"bkdemo\" onclick=\"return get_ws_signupform(42, 'monthly');\">Start Free Trial<\/a>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction\u00a0 Time is one of the most valuable resources we have. For business owners, it is crucial to monitor employee hours, track time spent on projects, and accurately assess the efficacy and productivity of the business. Do you know? Employees spend only 27% of their day on skill-based tasks. 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