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Timecard Settings

Configure overtime and policy-related timecard settings

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

  1. Open Timecards > Settings
  2. Review current policy configuration
  3. Update required policy values
  4. Save settings
  5. Confirm updated behavior in timecard review workflows

Typical Settings Areas

AreaPurpose
Overtime policyDefine overtime interpretation rules
Review defaultsStandardize how office teams evaluate time data
Governance controlsKeep payroll review behavior consistent

Step-by-Step: Change Overtime Policy

  1. Open Settings tab in Timecards
  2. Locate overtime policy section
  3. Update threshold/rule values as required
  4. Save changes
  5. Recheck affected employees in Hours tab

Step-by-Step: Validate Settings Changes

  1. Apply a policy change in Settings
  2. Return to Hours
  3. Open a known employee detail record
  4. Verify totals and interpretation align with policy
  5. 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