Timecard Settings
Use the Settings tab in Timecards to manage policy-level controls that affect how hours are interpreted.
Quick Start: Update Timecard Policy Settings
- Open Timecards > Settings
- Review current policy configuration
- Update required policy values
- Save settings
- Confirm updated behavior in timecard review workflows
Typical Settings Areas
| Area | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Overtime policy | Define overtime interpretation rules |
| Review defaults | Standardize how office teams evaluate time data |
| Governance controls | Keep payroll review behavior consistent |
Step-by-Step: Change Overtime Policy
- Open Settings tab in Timecards
- Locate overtime policy section
- Update threshold/rule values as required
- Save changes
- Recheck affected employees in Hours tab
Step-by-Step: Validate Settings Changes
- Apply a policy change in Settings
- Return to Hours
- Open a known employee detail record
- Verify totals and interpretation align with policy
- Document the change for payroll stakeholders
Troubleshooting
Settings not saving?
- Check role permissions
- Refresh and retry save
- Validate required fields are complete
Results not reflected in review?
- Refresh Hours tab data
- Reopen employee detail panel
Related Topics
- Timecards - Timecards overview
- Hours Review - Validate output after policy updates
- Security - Administrative access controls