How do I automate timesheets and approvals so payroll and billing aren't delayed?
Paper and emailed timesheets delay payroll, frustrate workers and hold up invoices.
- Timesheets come in late.
- Clients forget to approve.
- Payroll is retyped.
Move workers to digital or mobile timesheets, send clients an approval link with reminders, and sync approved hours to payroll and invoicing so nothing is retyped. Flag exceptions such as overtime or missing breaks for review. Track days from week end to invoice and timesheet errors.
The flow
| Step | Automation |
|---|---|
| Worker entry | Mobile or web form |
| Reminder | Before the deadline |
| Client approval | Link with one-click approve |
| Exceptions | Overtime flagged |
| Sync | Payroll and invoicing |
How we look at it at ShoutEx
We connect timesheet tools to payroll and billing, with reminders and exception reports.
- Paper timesheets.
- Approvals by email chains.
- Retyping into payroll.
- No exception checks.
- Digital entry.
- Approval links.
- Automatic sync.
- Days to invoice tracked.
What recruiters and regulators say
Here is what staffing teams say.
Ontario agencies have obligations to assignment employees, including records.
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Read next
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We'll connect timesheets to payroll and billing.
Book a call →Follow-up questions
Can clients approve on mobile?
Yes, with a link.
What about geolocation clock-in?
Some tools offer it. Check privacy rules.
Does this speed cash flow?
Yes, invoices go out sooner.