Time and Attendance Software for UK Businesses

Take full control of your workforce with powerful, easy-to-use time and attendance software designed specifically for UK businesses to track employee hours, improve payroll accuracy, and reduce administrative workload.

Whether you manage office staff, remote teams, or site-based employees, our employee time tracking software helps you accurately record working hours, eliminate payroll errors, and gain real-time visibility across your entire workforce.

From £3 per employee per month. No setup fees, no long term contracts. Start your free trial today.

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Key Benefits of Time and Attendance Software for UK Businesses

  • Eliminate Manual Timesheets – Replace paper-based processes with automated time tracking software to reduce admin time and improve accuracy.
  • Reduce Payroll Errors – Accurate, real-time data ensures employees are paid correctly every time while reducing costly payroll mistakes.
  • Improve Workforce Visibility – See who is working, where they are, and what hours they have completed.
  • Lower Labour Costs – Identify inefficiencies, reduce overtime, and optimise staffing levels.
  • Stay Compliant – Maintain accurate records for working time regulations and audits.

Who Is This Software For?

Our time and attendance software is built for organisations of all sizes across a wide range of industries. Whether you need employee time tracking, shift management, or multi-site workforce visibility, our system delivers accurate data, streamlined payroll processes, and full control over staff attendance.

This makes it ideal for businesses looking for a scalable workforce management system in the UK.

Construction & Field Services

      • Track mobile workers across multiple sites
      • Use GPS tracking to verify attendance
      • Reduce time theft and “buddy punching”

Offices & Hybrid Teams

      • Monitor remote and flexible working
      • Enable employee self-service
      • Maintain visibility across distributed teams

Manufacturing & Warehousing

      • Manage complex shift patterns
      • Track overtime and compliance
      • Improve workforce efficiency

Education & Public Sector

      • Multiple departments or sites
      • Accurate compliance and reporting
      • Manage hours & term schedules,

Retail & Hospitality

      • Simplify scheduling and payroll
      • Track peak-time staffing
      • Reduce labour costs

Healthcare & Care Providers

      • Maintain accurate records for audits
      • Ensure compliance with strict regulations
      • Track shift-based staff reliably

How Time and Attendance Software Works for UK Businesses

1

Employees clock in

Using a biometric device, mobile app, or desktop — whichever suits their role and location.

2

Hours are recorded automatically

In real time with no manual input required from managers or HR.

3

GPS and biometric technology verify location

The employee’s location and identity are confirmed at the point of clocking, eliminating time theft and buddy punching.

4

Data flows instantly to the dashboard

Managers get live visibility of who is in, late, or absent across all sites and departments in real time.

5

Employees manage holidays and timesheets

Staff submit holiday requests and view their timesheets directly through the self service portal, reducing HR admin.

6

Payroll ready reports are generated automatically

At the end of each period, accurate reports export directly to Sage, Pegasus, or QuickBooks — no manual data entry required.

No signal? The app stores data securely on the device and syncs automatically once connectivity is restored — no clocking records are ever lost.

What is Time and Attendance Software?

Time and attendance software is a system that tracks employee working hours, attendance, and overtime automatically. It replaces manual timesheets with real-time digital tracking, helping UK businesses improve payroll accuracy, reduce administrative workload, and stay compliant with working time regulations.

By using employee time tracking software, businesses can monitor attendance, manage absences, and generate payroll-ready reports with complete accuracy.

What Does It Do?

A modern time and attendance software allows businesses to:

  • Record clock-in and clock-out times automatically
  • Monitor lateness, absences, and overtime
  • Manage holidays and leave requests
  • Generate payroll-ready reports
  • Analyse workforce productivity

Result: faster processes, fewer errors, and complete accuracy

Simple Example

Without software:

  • Timesheets are filled in manually
  • Hours are calculated by hand
  • Errors are common

With time and attendance software:

  • Employees clock in via app or device
  • Hours are calculated automatically
  • Data flows directly into payroll

Case Studies

“We are really pleased with our Computime solution. Introducing this system means that payroll is now processed accurately and efficiently, helping to boost morale both for our head office staff and our field teams. Real time data means we know where our employees are, allowing us to operate more efficiently.”

James Dunlop

Financial Manager, Landworth Electrics

“We are very pleased with the smooth implementation. Computime worked very hard to make sure installation was completed within the time frame and with minimum disruption. The in-depth training allowed us to focus on production and keeping our employees safe at work while ensuring efficiency.”

Clare Barker

HR Manager, Wholebake Limited

“I was tasked with sourcing a computerised time and attendance solution to replace our manual clocking system. The Computime website contained all the information I needed, making the decision straightforward. The software proved easy to use and the helpdesk was very helpful and friendly. Computime have exceeded all of our expectations and objectives — I would definitely recommend them.”

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Essential Features of Employee Time Tracking Software

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Accurate Employee Time Tracking Software

Track employee hours in real time using a flexible clocking system.

  • Biometric clocks
  • Mobile apps with GPS
  • Desktop clocking for office staff

This ensures accurate time tracking & eliminates manual errors.

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Payroll Integration to Reduce Costs

Integrate your time and attendance software directly with payroll software.

                      • Eliminate manual data entry
                      • Reduce payroll errors
                      • Speed up payroll processing

Accurate data flows directly into payroll, saving time and reducing costly mistakes.

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Real-Time Reporting And Insights

Access powerful attendance reports and workforce data instantly.

                    • Attendance summaries
                    • Overtime tracking
                    • Absence and lateness reports

Make faster, data-driven decisions with real-time visibility.

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Flexible Workforce Management

Manage employees across multiple locations and working patterns.

                        • Remote employees
                        • Field-based staff
                        • Office teams

Perfect for businesses with hybrid or distributed workforces.

Time and Attendance Software vs Manual Timesheets

Many UK businesses still rely on paper timesheets, spreadsheets, or basic clocking machines to track employee hours. While these methods are familiar, they create significant risks and inefficiencies that cost businesses time and money every month.

Efficiency Focus Manual Tracking Automated Systems
Accuracy ✗ Susceptible to human error ✓ 99.9% Digital Precision
Payroll Effort ✗ Manual data entry & checks ✓ Fully automated processing
Live Tracking ✗ Delayed, historical data ✓ Instant real-time updates
Data Security ✗ Easy to lose or alter sheets ✓ Encrypted cloud storage
Compliance ✗ Manual audit trails ✓ Automatic digital log
Employee Self Service ✗ HR contact required ✓ Fully self-managed via app
Cost ✗ Hidden admin and error costs ✓ From £3 per employee per month
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Why Choose Computime?

Computime has been providing time and attendance solutions to UK businesses for over 30 years. Based in Leeds, we support more than 800 businesses across the UK including companies in construction, logistics, healthcare, facilities management, and retail.

Unlike generic workforce software, our time and attendance system is built and supported by a dedicated UK based team that understands the challenges of managing complex workforces. When you contact us you speak to someone in Leeds, not an overseas call centre.

  • Over 30 years experience in time and attendance
  • More than 800 UK businesses supported
  • Leeds based with dedicated UK support team
  • Rated 4.5 stars on Google and 4.4 on Trustpilot
  • Integrates directly with Sage, Pegasus, and QuickBooks
  • Scalable for businesses of all sizes from 20 to 5000 employees
  • GDPR compliant workforce tracking
  • Works offline with automatic sync when signal is restored

Measurable ROI: Why UK Businesses Choose Our Time and Attendance Software

Businesses using time and attendance software typically achieve measurable improvements in efficiency, cost control, and workforce visibility. At just £3 per employee per month, Syncro Connect delivers a rapid return on investment for UK businesses of all sizes.

      • Up to 80% reduction in administrative work — automating timesheets and payroll eliminates repetitive manual tasks
      • Eliminate payroll errors and time theft — biometric and GPS tracking ensure you only pay for actual hours worked
      • Reduce labour costs by 5 to 10% — better visibility allows you to optimise staffing and control overtime
      • Improve employee transparency — employees can view their hours, schedules, and leave balances in real time
      • Make faster, smarter decisions — real time dashboards give managers instant insight into workforce activity
      • Pricing from £3 per employee per month — no hidden fees, scalable as your business grows

Start a free trial or contact us for a custom quote.

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Who Is Computime's Time & attendance Software Best For?

Best for businesses that:

      • Run shift-based teams
      • Manage remote or field employees
      • Need accurate payroll reporting
      • Want to eliminate paper timesheets
      • Need GPS or biometric tracking
      • Operate across multiple locations

Typical company sizes:

      • 20–5000 employees

Time & Attendance Software FAQs

Time and attendance software eliminates manual timesheets, reduces payroll errors, and gives managers real time visibility of employee hours. UK businesses typically see up to 80% reduction in administrative work, a 5 to 10% reduction in labour costs, and significantly improved payroll accuracy. The software also helps businesses stay compliant with UK working time regulations.

Computime’s software provides detailed reporting including lateness and absence analysis, real time timesheet updates, overtime tracking, Bradford Factor calculations, and attendance summaries. Reports can be scheduled automatically and accessed in real time, giving managers full oversight across multiple sites and departments.

Yes. Computime’s software is highly adaptable and can be configured to match your specific requirements including custom shift patterns, project based time tracking, bespoke overtime rules, and unique workflow configurations. The system is designed to align with your existing operations rather than forcing you to change how you work.

Yes. Computime’s software integrates directly with popular UK payroll platforms including Sage, Pegasus, and QuickBooks. This eliminates manual data entry between systems, reduces payroll processing time, and ensures employee hours flow accurately into payroll every time.

Every Computime customer receives dedicated UK based technical support, a named project manager, professional installation services, and comprehensive user training. All support is handled from our Leeds office, ensuring you speak to someone who knows your system rather than an overseas call centre.

Getting started begins with a free consultation to assess your business needs. Our team will then guide you through system selection, configuration, and setup. You can start a free trial at syncroconnect.com or contact our Leeds based team directly via the website to arrange a demo and custom quote.

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