Microkeeper is an all-in-one cloud-based HR and payroll software designed to streamline and automate processes of employee management, roster making, time and attendance tracking, and payroll processing.

How can Microkeeper help my business with HR and payroll tasks?

Microkeeper helps businesses of all sizes by simplifying HR and payroll tasks. It automates time tracking, facilitates employee scheduling, manages leave requests, and integrates seamlessly with payroll systems, saving time and reducing errors in payroll processing.

Is Microkeeper suitable for businesses of all sizes?

Yes, Microkeeper is designed to cater to the needs of businesses of all sizes, including small, medium, and large enterprises across various industries. Whether you have a handful of employees or a large workforce, Microkeeper offers scalable solutions to meet your HR and payroll needs.

Can Microkeeper help ensure compliance with labor regulations?

Absolutely. Microkeeper is equipped with features to help businesses stay compliant with labor regulations. It automates calculations for overtime, penalty rates, and other entitlements, while also providing reporting tools to ensure transparency and compliance with labor laws.

How easy is it to integrate Microkeeper with existing payroll systems?

Integrating Microkeeper with existing payroll systems is straightforward. Our platform offers seamless integration with popular payroll software, allowing for smooth data transfer and synchronization. Our support team is available to assist with any setup or configuration requirements.

Facial recognition: time clock for Australian businesses

Looking for a fast, secure way to clock in and out? Microkeeper’s Facial Recognition Time Clock eliminates buddy punching and automates attendance, no cards, no touchpoints.

In today’s dynamic Australian business landscape, efficient and accurate workforce management is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. From bustling retail floors to precise manufacturing lines, tracking employee time needs to be seamless, secure, and smart. That’s where Microkeeper’s Facial Recognition Time Clock steps in, revolutionising how your team clocks in and out.

Forget the days of forgotten swipe cards, shared PINs, or messy paper timesheets. Our advanced biometric time and attendance system leverages cutting-edge facial recognition technology to offer a completely touchless, highly secure, and remarkably efficient way to capture employee attendance data. It’s one of the fastest and most secure time clock methods available for Australian workplaces.

Benefits of Facial Recognition Time Clocks for Business

True biometric security: eliminating “buddy punching”

One of the biggest drains on a business’s budget is time theft, particularly “buddy punching” where one employee clocks in or out for another. Microkeeper’s facial recognition clocking eradicates this issue entirely. This isn’t just a photo verification, our system uses true facial recognition with depth sensor technology. The depth sensor ensure it’s a real person standing in front of the device, leading to:

Undeniable payroll accuracy: every minute is accounted for, ensuring your payroll processing is based on true employee work hours.
Reduced labour costs: by eliminating fraudulent clock-ins, you instantly save on unnecessary labour expenses, directly impacting your bottom line.
Enhanced accountability: employees know their time is precisely tracked, fostering a culture of punctuality and responsibility.

Unparalleled efficiency and seamless operations

Imagine a busy shift change with no queues forming at the time clock. With facial recognition, employees can clock in and out in mere seconds, simply by looking at the device. This rapid, completely touchless authentication process means:

Lightning-fast-clock-ins: no fumbling for cards or typing codes, getting your team on the job quicker.
Improved workflow: minimise delays and bottlenecks, especially in high-volume environments like factories, warehouses, or large retail stores.
Automated timesheets: the clocking data flows directly into Microkeeper’s timesheet software, automatically calculating hours worked, breaks, and even applying award interpretation rules. This automates timesheet approval and eliminates manual data entry, saving your payroll administrators countless hours.
Multiple job clock-in: for employees working on different projects or cost centres, the system allows them to easily select the relevant job when clocking in, simplifying job costing and analysis within your workforce management system.

Hygienic and adaptable for every workplace

In today’s world, workplace health and safety is paramount. Traditional time clocks often involve shared touchpoints, which can be a concern. Our facial recognition time clock provides a completely touch-free solution:

Minimised germ spread: employees don't need to touch a shared surface, promoting a healthier environment.
Ideal for specific industries: this is particularly beneficial for sectors like food handling, medical facilities, healthcare, and manufacturing, where hygiene is critical.
Adaptable to diverse environments: unlike fingerprint scanners, facial recognition isn’t affected by dirty, wet, or gloved hands, making it highly versatile. Plus, the system intelligently learns your face over time, so even if you grow a beard or change your hairstyle, it will still recognise you without issue.

Reliable offline functionality and multi-device sync

Connectivity issues should never interrupt your time tracking. Microkeeper’s facial recognition system is designed for maximum reliability:

Works offline and stores data: in case of internet outages or network disruptions, your clocking data is securely stored directly on the iPad with universal timestamps. As soon as the connection is restored, all data seamlessly syncs to our cloud-based servers.
Multiple iPads, seamless sync: for larger sites or businesses with multiple entry points, you can deploy multiple iPads running the facial recognition system. All these devices sync their data effortlessly back to your central Microkeeper platform, providing a unified view of attendance across your operation.

Pros and Cons of different clocking methods: why facial recognition excels

Understanding your options is key to choosing the best employee time clock system for your Australian business. Here’s a quick comparison:

Clocking Method	Pros	Cons	Why Facial Recognition is Better
Paper Timesheets	Simple to start, no upfront tech cost.	Prone to errors, time theft ("buddy punching"), compliance risks, manual data entry for payroll.	Far more accurate, eliminates fraud, automates data, ensures ATO and Fair Work compliance.
PIN / Passcode	Easy to implement, no special hardware.	Susceptible to sharing, forgotten PINs, "buddy punching," slow if many employees queue.	Offers true identity verification, eliminates sharing, much faster, highly secure.
Swipe Cards / NFC	Faster than PINs, provides physical record.	Cards can be lost, forgotten, shared, or damaged; environmental waste.	No cards to manage or lose, completely touchless, more secure against sharing.
Fingerprint Scanner	Good biometric security, prevents "buddy punching."	Can be unhygienic (shared touchpoint), issues with dirty/wet hands, prone to wear and tear.	Completely touchless, more hygienic, works regardless of hand condition, often faster and less prone to reading errors.
Web / Mobile App	Flexible for remote/field staff, can include GPS tracking.	Susceptible to "off-site" clocking, battery drain, requires employee device/data.	Ideal for fixed site locations, ensures physical presence, dedicated kiosk setup; complements mobile solutions for diverse needs.
Facial Recognition	Highly secure (depth sensor), touchless, fast, accurate, prevents "buddy punching," learns faces.	Requires iPad hardware investment.	Combines the best of security, speed, hygiene, and accuracy, providing a superior and future-proof time and attendance solution.

Is Facial Recognition Clocking Right for Your Australian Business?

If you’re an Australian business seeking to enhance payroll accuracy, boost workforce efficiency, and implement a modern, hygienic, and highly secure time and attendance solution, then Microkeeper’s Facial Recognition Time Clock is an invaluable asset. It’s more than just a way to clock in, it’s a strategic investment in smarter, more secure, and more compliant employee management.

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