Workpuls Teramind ActivTrak Hubstaff DeskTime Time Doctor RescueTime Kickidler Veriato Work Examiner
OVERVIEW
Price $6/user/month $6/user/month $7.20/user/month $7/user/month $7/user/month $9.99/user/month $6/user/month $9.99/user/month $150/licence/year $60/licence (lifetime)
Free trial 7 days 7 days No 14 days 14 days 14 days 30 days 7 days Yes 30 days
Ease of use Very easy Difficult Very easy Easy Easy Very easy Very easy Very easy Very difficult Easy
TRACKING METHODS
Unlimited (tracker working 24/7)
Fixed (defined working hours)
Automatic (when computer is connected to a specified network)
Manual (start/stop)
Project based (track time only on projects)
GENERAL MONITORING FEATURES
Stealth mode
App and website usage
Real-time monitoring
Offline time tracking
Attendance
Activity levels
Keylogger
Geolocation
Remote desktop control
Website/activity blocking
SCREENSHOTS AND RECORDING
Screenshots
Screenshots on demand
Screen recording
PRODUCTIVITY FEATURES
Productivity trends
Websites and apps labeling
Category labeling
Productivity alerts
ADVANCED SECURITY FEATURES
User behavior analytics
Data loss prevention
Advanced file and web monitoring
REPORTING
Productivity reports
Team reports
Timelines
Email reports
Access management
PLATFORMS
Web
Mac desktop app
Windows desktop app
Linux desktop app
Mobile app iOS, Android iOS, Android iOS, Android iOS, Android iOS, Android Android
Browser extension Chrome Chrome Chrome
Other Citrix, VMware Chrome OS
OTHER
Support Phone, email, online Phone, email, online Phone, email, online Email, online Phone, email, online, in-person Online Phone, email, online Email, online, Viber, Whatsapp Phone, email, online, support ticket Phone, email, online
Knowledge base
Video tutorials
Integrations comming soon
API
Deployment cloud, on-premise cloud, on-premise, AWS, Azure cloud cloud cloud cloud cloud on-premise cloud, on-premise on-premise
Kronos Humanity Timeclockplus Tsheets Wheniwork Deputy Replicon Jibble EbilityTimeTracker OnTheClock BeeBole
OVERVIEW
Price(per month)Available upon requestFrom $2 per userAvailable upon requestFrom $6.40 per user+$16Free for up to 75 usersFrom $2.50 per userBasic plan:$30 for 5 users+$5 per additional userFrom $1.50 per employeeFrom $4 per user+$8From $2.20 per user$5.99 per user per month
Free trial30 days14 daysYes14 days14 days14 days30 days30 days,no credit card required
Ease of useDifficultEasyDifficultVery easyEasyEasyDifficultVery easyEasyEasyEasy
FEATURES
Timecard management
Scheduling
Shift Trading
Timesheets
Break time management
Real-time tracking
PTO Management
Payroll
Invoicing
Client billing
GPS tracking
Clock out reminders
Alerts
Manual time
PUNCH-IN METHODS
Web app
Mobile app
Time clock device
Time clock kiosk
Facial recognition
Fingerprint scanning
Geofencing
Group punch-in
REPORTING
Visual reports
Email reports
Time rounding
MANAGEMENT
Permissions
Manager approvals
Add time for others
Integrations
PLATFORMS
Web
Android app
iOS app
Mac desktop app
Windows desktop app
Linux desktop app
OTHER
SupportPhone and onlinePhone and onlinePhone,chat and onlinePhone and chatEmail and onlineChat and phonePhone,email,chat and onlinePhone and onlinePhone,email,chat and onlinePhone and onlineOnline chat and video support in English,French,and Spanish
Knowledge base
Video tutorials
Community forum
API
Workpuls Hubstaff Toggl TimeDoctor Harvest TimeCamp Timely Everhour Tick TMetric
OVERVIEW
Price (per month) $6 per user $5.83 per user $9 per user $9.99 per user $10.80 per user $5.25 per user $99 for 5 users $7 per user $19 for 10 projects $5 per user
Free trial 7 days 14 days 30 days 14 days 30 days Yes 14 days 14 days 30 days 30 days
Ease of use Very easy Difficult Difficult Very easy Easy Very easy Easy Difficult Very easy Difficult
TIME TRACKING METHODS
Manual
Start/stop buttons
Automatic time mapping
IN-DEPTH TASK AND PROJECT ANALYSIS
Screenshots
App and website usage
Activity levels coming soon
Real-time tracking
TASK AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Project adding
Project templates
Project status
Task assignment
Task priorities
Budgeting coming soon
Mark billable/non-billable hours
Payroll calculation
Invoicing
ALERTS
Idle time reminders
Deadline alerts coming soon
Budget alerts coming soon
REPORTING
Client login
Productivity analysis
Email reports coming soon
PLATFORMS
Web
Mac desktop app
Windows desktop app
Linux desktop app coming soon
iOS app Beta
Android app
Browser extension Chrome Chrome, Firefox Chrome Chrome Chrome, Firefox Chrome Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Edge
OTHER
Support Phone and online Email and online Email and online Online Online, email and phone Email, online and support ticket Email and chat Email and chat Email Chat
Knowledge base
Video tutorials
Integrations coming soon
API
On-premise hosting

Imagine running a business where you can tap into a global talent pool, reduce overhead costs, and boost employee satisfaction, all while increasing productivity. 

Sounds too good to be true? 

Well, it's not. Remote work is changing the game for businesses of all sizes, and it's time for you to get in on the action. 

The benefits of remote work for your business are hard to ignore:

  • Cost savings from reduced office space and utility expenses
  • Access to a diverse, worldwide pool of talent
  • Improved employee satisfaction and work-life balance
  • Increased productivity and performance
  • Enhanced business continuity and resilience in the face of unforeseen challenges

Now that you're convinced (and how could you not be?), let's dive into the tips and strategies that will help you transition your business from in-office to remote work smoothly and effectively.


The Roadmap to Remote Work Triumph

1. Plan, Plan, Plan

First things first: You need a plan. Think of it as your roadmap to remote work success. Top companies like Microsoft and Google knew that to transition smoothly, they needed to establish clear goals, timelines, and expectations. You don't have to be a tech giant to follow suit.

Set Your Objectives: What do you hope to achieve with this transition? Improved work-life balance? Cost savings? Increased productivity? All of the above? 

Create a Timeline: Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither will your remote work empire. Break down your plan into manageable milestones to avoid overwhelming your team (and yourself).

2. Communication is Key


With everyone scattered across different locations, communication is more important than ever. Top companies like Shopify and Twitter rely on platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams to keep their remote workers connected.


Choose Your Tools:
There's no shortage of communication tools out there, so pick what works best for your team (and your budget).


Establish Communication Guidelines:
When do you expect responses to emails or messages? What channels are reserved for specific topics? Set the rules early on to prevent confusion (and the dreaded email avalanche).

3. Trust, but Verify

Remote work can be a leap of faith, especially for managers who are used to seeing their teams in person. Here's where Insightful comes in. As a top-notch tool for tracking employees working remotely, Insightful provides peace of mind for employers while respecting employee privacy. It's a win-win!

Monitor Work Progress: Keep tabs on how tasks are progressing, ensuring that everyone stays on track without hovering like a pesky micromanager.

Evaluate Productivity: With detailed reports and data, you can make informed decisions about workloads and resource allocation. Who doesn't love making data-driven decisions?

4. Set Boundaries (and Keep 'Em)

Let's face it: Remote work can blur the lines between work and personal life. That's why companies like Dropbox and Atlassian emphasize the importance of setting boundaries and sticking to them.

Define Working Hours: Establish clear start and end times for your team, so they don't fall into the trap of working 24/7 (because burnout is no fun for anyone).

Encourage Breaks: Remote workers can sometimes forget to take breaks. Remind them to step away from their screens and recharge (your future, more productive selves will thank you).

5. Don't Forget About Company Culture

In a remote work environment, maintaining your company's culture can be a challenge. Look to companies like GitLab and Zapier, who've mastered the art of keeping their remote teams engaged.

Schedule Virtual Social Events: Happy hours, game nights, coffee chats – these are just a few ways to keep the camaraderie alive and kicking.

Celebrate Successes: When someone on your team crushes a project or reaches a milestone, celebrate it! Recognition goes a long way in maintaining morale and motivation.

6. Training and Support

Transitioning to remote work can be a learning curve for everyone involved. Companies like Buffer and Basecamp invest in training and support to help their teams thrive in the remote work environment.

Offer Remote Work Training: Provide resources and training sessions on best practices, time management, and other remote work skills.

Provide IT Support: Technical issues can be a major roadblock to productivity. Make sure your team has access to IT support to quickly resolve any hiccups.

7. Review and Iterate

Finally, remember that the transition to remote work is an ongoing process. Take a page out of Trello and Automattic's playbook and regularly review your remote work setup, making adjustments as needed.

Gather Feedback: Solicit input from your team on what's working and what's not. After all, they're the ones living the remote work dream (or nightmare, if things aren't going well).

Adjust and Adapt: Be willing to make changes based on the feedback you receive. It's all about continuous improvement, folks.

Propel Your Business into the Remote Work Era with Insightful

Insightful is a powerful telework monitoring software that provides essential tools for tracking productivity for remote workers. With Insightful, employers can track the progress of projects and tasks in real-time, ensuring that remote workers are staying on task and completing their work on time.

As a software for tracking remote employees, Insightful provides detailed reports and data on employee productivity. This information allows managers to make informed decisions about workloads and resource allocation. With this data, managers can identify areas where remote workers may be struggling and provide the necessary support and resources to help them improve.

Insightful is just one of many tools for monitoring remote workers. As more and more businesses transition to a remote work model, the need for effective telework monitoring software is becoming increasingly important. By using tools like Insightful, employers can ensure that their remote teams are staying productive and on task, even when they are working outside of the traditional office environment.

Ready to take the plunge and manage your remote teams effectively? Start your journey with Insightful and embrace the future of work.

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