This article breaks down the elements of a time entry in Protiv, explaining what each part means and how it's used.
Each time entry in Protiv contains several key pieces of information:
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Worker Name: The name of the employee who worked the hours. 👷 
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Job: The specific job or project the worker was assigned to. 💼 
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ProPay: If applicable, the ProPay associated with the job. 💰 
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Date: The date the work was performed. 📅 
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Check-In/Check-Out Times: The exact times the worker started and ended their shift. ⏰ 
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Breaks: Any breaks taken during the shift, including the duration of each break. ☕ 
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Total Hours: The total number of hours worked, calculated by subtracting break time from the total shift duration. 🧮 
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Status: Indicates whether the time entry is open (pending approval) or closed (approved). 🔓🔒 
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Wage: The worker's hourly rate. 💲 
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Earnings: The total amount earned for the time entry, calculated by multiplying the total hours worked by the hourly wage. 💵 
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Cost Code (Optional): A code used to track labor costs for specific tasks or phases of a project. 🔢 
 
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How Time Entries Are Used 💼
Time entries are used for several important purposes in Protiv:
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Payroll: They provide the basis for calculating payroll bonuses, ensuring that workers are paid accurately for the hours they've worked. 
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Project Tracking: They help you track the progress of your projects and identify any potential issues or delays through time tracking. 
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Performance Evaluation: They can be used to evaluate individual worker performance and identify areas for improvement. 
 
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Pro Tip: Review your time entries regularly to ensure accuracy and address any discrepancies promptly. This will help you avoid payroll errors and keep your projects on track. 👍
