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Minutedock - A Time Tracking Tool

Clarke McEwan Accountants

Promoted as a "Loveable time tracking software" MinuteDock helps track how people use time. There are several ways to define time: client, billable, unbillable, projects and tasks.
Compiled time recordings can generate a single detailed client invoice within MinuteDock. Or the solution can push invoices through to Xero, QBO, or MYOB.

Features and benefits

Included is the ability to define default client, task or project hourly rates. Plus, it has a default client currency, which is useful for overseas clients. Its goal setting features can help you track staying under budget, or achieving and exceeding a target. For refined tracking you can filter the goals to users, contacts, tasks, or projects and period.

Once created, goals sit on the time log dashboard. The bar indicator reflects time logged against goals. Colours reflect what you're trying to achieve. For example, when it turns red, it's flagging concern. There are also extensive reporting options.

MinuteDock is a handy tool for tracking goals and deadlines. Set up as a task, then set up a monthly goal. You can run a report of tasks for a full year. Export a csv file and submit the details to your professional association.

Where it fits in the workflow

There's a desktop and mobile (android and iOS) version so you've got the flexibility to log time, wherever you are – and logging time only takes a few seconds. For businesses that bill hourly, logged time accumulates to create detailed client invoices. Some clients appreciate a comprehensive summary of work they are paying for. For businesses that bill on a retainer basis, it's important to track time to complete client work.

Along with normal activities, you can track lost time, late lunches and outside hour client calls. These capabilities mean you can address ineffective time and measure and analyse business time. This tracking means you're better placed to manage schedules and make informed decisions with accurate data.

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