As both a company and a product, FingerCheck has grown so much over the past year. Here, we take a look back on our biggest accomplishments in 2015: January – Newly Designed Web Punch Screen We started out the year with a freshly designed clock-in screen for employees. (We can’t wait to show you what we …
In the great galactic battle against the evil that is Star Wars, it’s easy to attribute the triumph of good to the Force. But maybe–just maybe–it’s actually the product of smart HR that allows scrappy heroes and heroines to make the most of limited resources. Perhaps poor HR is ultimately the downfall of the Empire …
3 Human Resources Lessons From Star Wars (spoiler free!) Read More
Personal goals, like losing weight or getting in shape, tend to dominate New Year’s resolutions. But in the age of work-life integration, it’s especially worthwhile to consider adding some professional goals to your list. Not only will working toward these goals further your career, but they could also very well make your job less stressful …
Four Simple New Year’s Resolutions For Professionals Read More
As employers are increasingly turning to biometric devices to improve the efficiency and security of their time and attendance operations, legal questions and privacy concerns have surfaced, primarily concerning the safety of biometric use in the workplace. What most people are not aware of is that the biometric data measured and recorded from employees cannot …
The Debate About Biometric Technology in the Workplace Read More
Holiday bonuses can be tricky. While not every employee expects a holiday bonus, depending on the corporate culture, the practice may presumably be a standard part of the job. According to one recent poll, two-thirds of HR and Hiring Managers say they plan to offer holiday bonuses. A majority of the remaining HR managers reportedly planned …
We are pleased to announce our new Client Referral Program! We value you as a client and know that as a business owner, you’re likely to be in contact with many different proprietors. We’d love an introduction to meet them! As an incentive to referring your colleagues to us, you will receive a free $25 …
Announcing Fingercheck’s New Client Referral Program Read More
We’ve added three new features in our latest mobile app update that enhance functionality and give the mobile app a fresher feel! We’ve updated our login screen, date selection navigation, and added punch detail information for employees. This update is currently live for Android devices, and Apple devices will receive the update soon. We strive to take …
While we’ve emphasized the benefits of allowing employees to work remotely, a recent report offers a more comprehensive critique of telework in the US. In the study, leading workplace psychology experts provide insight into the history, practical applications, and social implications of the practice. Here’s what they learned: Moderation Is Key Telecommuting is most effective …
Telecommuting: What Research Says About the Effectiveness of Remote Working Arrangements Read More
Research from Gallup shows that employees who use their strengths at work outperform employees that don’t. Employees who are given the chance to do what they excel at are eight percent more productive, six times more likely to be engaged at work, and three times as likely to report a high quality of life overall. …
3 Ways to Create A Strengths-Based Workplace Culture — And Why Read More
If you’re a supervisor or an administrator, FingerCheck has made an important change you’ll want to hear about. Previously, FingerCheck administrators received notifications for all PTO requests by default. Once supervisors were added, along with the supervisors, the administrators would still receive notifications. We’ve made some changes based on your feedback, and by default, administrators will no longer receive email notifications regarding PTO. …
New Feature! Choose Who Receives Notifications for PTO Requests Read More
