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Custom Time Clock Software: Mobile Solutions for the Construction Industry

Gain Added Efficiency By Customizing Your Mobile Time Clock Software

Tailoring mJobTime’s Custom Time Clock Software To Meet The Special Needs of Your Business

At mJobTime, we have focused on giving our customers a large number of configuration options to make our application as flexible as possible. However, software programs are designed to accommodate the maximum number of companies possible. We realize that there are going to be situations where mJobTime may not address certain facets of your business processes, but we ultimately strive to provide employee time clock solutions that will be unique to every business.

We look upon these situations as opportunities. This is because we love to get input from our customers about our time clocks for construction as well as our other software. Many times, this input can lead to a new feature or functionality that becomes a standard part of the program. Oftentimes, when the amount of work and time involved is not significant, we will do the work at no charge. Even in those situations where there is a substantial amount of resources required to do the work, if we feel it will improve the product, we often will share the cost of the modification with the customer. In those situations where the customization is very unique to a customer, we will provide a quote for the work and allow the customer to make their own decision.

Whatever the case, our development team has earned quite a reputation for doing outstanding work in a reasonable time period. They will work with you to get a detailed understanding of your needs, propose a solution, develop and test the solution, and follow-up to insure that our employee time clock solutions are working as intended once released. Our customers constantly rave about the amount of time we have saved them with our modifications. Usually, the ROI on our customizations is very short.

Whether it’s a special report or a very specific way to calculate travel or per diem pay, our crackerjack development staff is always ready to meet your custom modification challenges. They thrive on being able to make mJobTime (and our time clocks for construction) meet even your most stringent and unique requirements.

mJobTime Mobile Time Clock Software Customization Examples

  • Allow customer to clock in crews with equipment attached, but only post the equipment to one employee’s time card (not the entire crew).
  • Allow Supervisor user to transfer individual existing time records to a different company, verifying that all (pronoun) time record fields are valid in the “transfer-to” company, and disabling transfers for “Approved” and
    “Exported” records.
  • Add a new labor report for commercial drivers with the following columns:
    • Last Name
    • First Name
    • Position
    • Last Day Off
    • Next Mandated Day Off
    • Total Hours since Last Day Off
    • Hours Remaining (in the cycle)
  • Create a delimited file of time and material for our customer to send to their customer, and as a second customization, generate an invoice in their customer’s format.
  • Modify our Weekly Time Entry screen to allow for daily distribution of time by sub-job.
  • Create new functions to facilitate entry, tracking, and calculation of per diem and travel pay for employees on jobs:
    • Allow users to enter per diem and travel rates per job
    • Allow users to enter per diem and travel transactions
    • Allow administrative users to export per diem and travel transactions to “Bank File” and “Timberline Export”.
  • Customize the mJobTime Crew feature to track:
    • Day or night shift per crew
    • Craft code per employee
    • Alternate employee ID per employee
    • Per diem code per employee
    • Travel code per employee
  • Modify the export to accounting to create a text file export and add special calculations described below:
    • Specifications
    • A maximum of 40 hours per week will be exported for salaried employees
      • Salaried employees will be identified by a field in the employee table.
      • Time records beyond the 40 hour limit will remain in mJobTime and will be flagged as “exported”.
    • For time records that include task codes beginning with “41” populate the “GL Exp Acct” field as follows:
      • The second segment of the task code
      • Followed by the employee’s department number (two-digit-zero-filled)
      • The employee’s dept number will be pulled from a field in the employee table Examples: “500503”, “500603”
  • Develop a custom version of the “Daily Time Sheet Entry by Employee” screen:
    • To include a five-row header,
    • Make the Job Number column header span all columns for the same job.
    • As new columns are added, insert them into the grid sorted in ascending order by Job Number, then by the last five digits of the Cost Code, then by Extra.
    • Remove color shading of alternate rows in grid and add a solid line between rows
    • Shade “REG”, “OVT”, and “DBL” columns in White/Lt Blue/Dark Blue
    • Increase allowable distribution columns to 30
    • Divide the “Total” column into “REG”, “OVT”, and “DBL” sub-columns and display the appropriate totals for each row broken down into the three Pay IDs.
  • Replace the “Save” button acknowledgement dialog with the following custom dialog:
    • “Entries will be recorded with the following Date: ##/##/####”
    • Allow user to click “OK” or “Cancel”
  • Allow users to save selected distribution columns for multiple jobs and have them default whenever a job is selected for time entry.
  • Add Edit, Review, and Approve functions to the Daily Time Entry screen.

Let us provide you with a personalized demo today. As you can see, a custom time clock from mJobTime can supply your business with many helpful resources.

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Overcoming the Challenges of Adopting Technology for Field Reporting in the Construction Industry

In today’s fast-paced construction environment, accurate and timely field reporting is more critical than ever. Yet, many contractors still struggle to transition from outdated manual processes to modern digital solutions. While the benefits of adopting tools like Construction Time Tracking Software and Mobile Construction Timesheet Apps are clear, the road to implementation can be filled with obstacles.

Let’s explore the key challenges construction companies face when adopting field reporting technology—and how to overcome them.

1. Resistance to Change on the Jobsite

One of the biggest hurdles is cultural. Many field workers are accustomed to paper timesheets and manual logs. Introducing a GPS Time Clock for Construction or a Mobile Construction Timesheet App can feel disruptive. Solution: Focus on user-friendly tools that require minimal training. Demonstrate how these tools reduce paperwork and save time. Involve field teams early in the selection process to build buy-in.

2. Connectivity and Device Limitations

Construction sites are often in remote or rugged areas with limited internet access. This can hinder the use of cloud-based Construction Labor Management Software or Construction Equipment Tracking Software.

Solution: Choose apps that offer offline functionality and sync data when a connection is available. Ensure compatibility with a wide range of mobile devices.

3. Integration with Existing Systems

Many contractors already use accounting or project management platforms. Without seamless Construction Payroll Integration, new tools can create more work instead of streamlining it.

Solution: Look for solutions that offer robust integration capabilities with your existing tech stack, including payroll, ERP, and job costing systems.

4. Compliance and Reporting Requirements

Meeting government regulations, such as Prevailing Wage Compliance, adds another layer of complexity. Manual tracking increases the risk of errors and penalties.

Solution: Implement Prevailing Wage Compliance Software that automates wage calculations and generates audit-ready reports, reducing administrative burden and risk.

5. Real-Time Visibility and Accountability

Without real-time data, project managers struggle to make informed decisions. Delays in reporting can lead to cost overruns and scheduling issues.

Solution: Adopt Field Time Management for Contractors that provides real-time updates on labor hours, equipment usage, and material consumption.

6. Managing Materials and Equipment

Tracking materials and equipment manually is inefficient and prone to loss or theft. This impacts job costing and project timelines.

Solution: Use Construction Materials Management Software and Construction Equipment Tracking Software to monitor usage, location, and inventory levels in real time.

7. Cost and ROI Concerns

Smaller contractors may hesitate to invest in new technology due to budget constraints or uncertainty about ROI.

Solution: Start small with scalable solutions. Highlight the long-term savings from reduced rework, improved productivity, and better job costing accuracy using Construction Job Costing Software.

Final Thoughts

Adopting field reporting technology in construction isn’t without its challenges—but the rewards are well worth the effort. With the right tools and a thoughtful implementation strategy, contractors can gain better control over labor, materials, and compliance, leading to more profitable projects and happier clients.

At mJobTime, we specialize in helping construction companies modernize their field operations with powerful, easy-to-use solutions. Whether you’re looking for a Mobile Construction Timesheet AppConstruction Time Tracking Software, or full Construction Payroll Integration, we’re here to help you build smarter.