Manual Time Entry
Learn how a simple solution can overcome the frustration of rigid time entry systems, enabling precise time tracking and improved productivity.
(a) Challenges with Manual Time Entry
Many systems designed for time tracking often impose limitations, presenting users with predefined time intervals in drop-down menus, such as 30-minute or 1-hour increments. This approach assumes all users track time in the same manner, failing to accommodate specific needs for precise time entries. This inflexibility leads to considerable frustration when users are required to enter time that does not fit within these set intervals. Imagine needing to track time down to the minute for accurate client billing or for projects with strict deadlines. When a system only allows selection from a drop-down menu with preset intervals, it can result in lost revenue, project delays, and general frustration. The inability to manually enter specific times prevents precise tracking and creates significant inefficiencies.
(b) Solution and Benefits
The solution lies in enabling manual time entry through a simple code adjustment. Giri, a software developer at Tayana Solutions, implemented this by using an input mask within the system’s time field. By adding the property “input mask equal to hours, hh, mm” to the time field on the AXPEX page, users can manually enter the exact time they need, bypassing the restrictions of the drop-down menu. This adjustment allows for precise time recording down to the minute, irrespective of the predefined intervals.
The benefits of this approach are significant:
- Enhanced Accuracy: Manual time entry allows for accurate tracking of time, essential for precise billing and project management.
- Increased Flexibility: Users are no longer restricted to preset intervals and can enter the exact time required.
- Improved Efficiency: Eliminating the frustration of rigid systems allows for a smoother workflow, avoiding potential delays.
- Reduced Lost Revenue: By tracking time accurately, businesses can ensure that they are billing clients correctly and avoid revenue loss due to under-reporting.
- Better Project Management: Tracking time to the minute helps in better management of deadlines and resources.
This simple solution demonstrates that systems do not need to be restrictive. With the right expertise, systems can be tailored to meet specific business needs. Tayana Solutions specialises in bridging the gap between what your systems can do and what you need them to do. They are the largest services partner with Acumatica Cloud ERP, and their team of consultants can assist with implementation, customisation and support. If you are encountering similar challenges or want to make your systems work more effectively, reach out to Tayana Solutions.