A R240m investment in research and development by labour management software giant Kronos has allowed the web enablement of modern timekeeping systems and full integration into networked back-office systems, a world first in the field.
The web-enabled features of Kronos's time management system means it is now possible to collect data through any number of input sources, no matter how geographically dispersed.
"This is a quantum leap in labour attendance data collection channels, as the information may be collected through the web, the desktop, the telephone, or traditional badge-reading terminals, all combined into the same database in a seamless transaction," says Carl Blake, a Director of CS Systems Integration, a division of JSE-listed CS Holdings. CS Holdings is the sole distributor of Kronos in sub-Saharan Africa.
"Being able to monitor off-site workers remotely, or even in companies with national offices, reduces administration burdens considerably, as log-on and log-off times can be automatically recorded, and are instantly available to the administrator and pay office, all located at one centralised point," says Blake.
There are three keys to the successful execution of a labour management solution, says Blake. "Firstly, the information must be collected from the entire workforce, no matter where they are or how they log in. Secondly, there must be a timely, daily labour management system which delivers data to the people on the frontline who can directly affect labour productivity.
"Thirdly, this data must be integrated with key back-office systems, such as leave, pay, general human resources issues, and productivity calculations. By fitting in with existing systems without disruption, Kronos is the only e-integrated time management solution which meets all these criteria," Blake concludes.
For details contact Carl Blake of CS Integrated Solutions on tel: (021) 689 7055, or e-mail: cblake@cs.co.za
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