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Why GPS Tracking Your Workers’ Phone Is A Bad Idea
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Why GPS Tracking Your Workers’ Phone Is A Bad Idea

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Why GPS Tracking Your Workers’ Phone Is A Bad Idea

SamanthaM2023-05-23T17:35:10+00:00September 21st, 2021 1:32 PM|

Some construction companies are opting to use time-tracking apps that use GPS on workers' phones to improve time-sheet accuracy in their accounting software. (This is also related to geofencing which you can read more about HERE.) Beyond the obvious invasion of privacy, there are several issues with this approach that may hurt profit margins and

Is Geofencing Necessary for Time Tracking in Construction?
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Is Geofencing Necessary for Time Tracking in Construction?

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Is Geofencing Necessary for Time Tracking in Construction?

SamanthaM2023-05-23T17:35:20+00:00September 10th, 2021 10:31 AM|

One of the latest HR software products to hit the construction industry is a product that helps track the work hours of employees by using geofencing. At this point, you’re probably asking, “What the heck is geofencing?” Geofencing is virtually defining areas based on GPS location and then triggering responses on mobile devices