Attendance

Introduction

Tracking attendance for your shop team in Building Swell is simple and efficient. This guide will walk you through using hardhat mode to manage attendance, including both manual and QR code methods.

Step-by-Step Guide

Accessing Attendance

1. Head to Hardhat Mode

   

2. In the bottom left corner, click the "Attendance" button

   

Recommended Setup

Dedicate a tablet in your shop specifically for attendance, though other methods can be used based on what works best for your shop.

Signing In Team Members

1. Manual Check-In
   1. Scroll through the list or use the search bar to find the person's name.

   2. Click on the user’s name to be directed to the check-in option.

      

   3. If work has already been assigned, the first task for the user will be displayed, including the stage and order they’re working on.

   4. Click "Check-In" to complete the process.

      

2. QR Code Check-In

   1. Click the QR button at the top.

      

   2. Use the device's camera to scan the user's badge or QR code.

   3. Once scanned, the check-in option will be presented.

      

   4. Click "Check-In" to complete the process.
   5. Repeat for each user by scanning their badge and checking them in.

Signing Out Team Members

1. Manual Check-Out

   1. Select the user’s name from the list.

      

   2. Click "Check-Out" to complete the process.
2. QR Code Check-Out

   1. Click the QR button at the top right.

      

   2. Use the device's camera to scan the user's badge or QR code.

   3. Once scanned, the check-out option will be presented.

      

   4. Click "Check-Out" to complete the process.

Timesheet Integration

All attendance data will automatically generate shop timesheets, making it easier to track who was present in the shop and what projects they worked on.

Tips and Tricks

Dedicated Device

Using a dedicated tablet for attendance can streamline the process and reduce bottlenecks.

Batch Check-ins

Utilize the QR code method for faster batch processing of multiple team members.

Conclusion

Tracking attendance in Building Swell is straightforward and integrates seamlessly with your workflow, making it easy to manage team presence and project assignments. Follow these steps to ensure accurate and efficient attendance tracking in your shop.