If you follow us on LinkedIn, you’ve probably seen us post about the US Department of Labor recovering tens of thousands—sometimes even millions—of dollars in back wages across all industries. This is a huge concern for many employers, and one directly related to...
Any business owner who’s moved past pen-and-paper timekeeping and scheduling knows the incredible value of the right time clock. They’ve become an essential tool in effective workforce management. Time clocks provide the necessary data to make educated labor decisions...
We get a lot of questions about what people can expect when they implement a workforce management system. From, “What is it?” to, “How can it save my company time and money?” our team has the answers. Here are some of our most frequently asked questions surrounding...
We know that every dollar counts when you’re running a small business. It’s often hard to know what extra systems and technologies are a worthwhile investment or a waste of time! For growing small businesses, a workforce management software can be an impactful tool....
Until the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) passed in 1938, the American labor industry didn't provide consistency for their workers. The law set standards for all workplaces to follow to ensure a regulated work environment for employees that continue setting compliance...
Wage, hour and labor compliance is tough. If you follow us on LinkedIn, you’ve probably seen us intermittently post about companies required to provide “back pay” to their employees for mishandled overtime hours and or other compliance issues. Sometimes it comes down...
In a previous blog we discussed how working more isn’t always better and the impact that overtime hours have on employee health and productivity. You may have employees who are new to your company or who may have difficulty with work-life balance, and it’s important...
The Bordine Nursery, headquartered in Rochester Hills, MI, is one of the largest family-owned plant nurseries in the state. Starting as a roadside stand in 1939, the nursery has grown to include five new permanent locations and several seasonal locations. The business...
As a wholesale plant nursery located in Zeeland, MI, Walters Gardens manages employees working in their main office, moving between several shift locations, and working from home. When they began working with Advanced Time, they wanted to shift away from manual time...
While a social media presence opens up avenues for companies to reach new and exciting audiences, it tends to leave companies more exposed to negative feedback. Platforms like LinkedIn make it easy for employees to share their opinions while directly connecting...