Time clock for tracking employees
US9824402B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 23, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04L63/0815
- WIPO fieldDigital communication
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Methods and systems are described for employee time entry using an automation and security system. An apparatus for employee time entry includes a processor, a memory in electronic communication with the processor, and instructions stored in the memory which are executable by a processor to request employee login at a control panel of an automation and security system at initiation of the employee's work shift, request employee logout at the control panel at completion of the employee's work shift, and collect data related to at least one of employee work hours, shift frequency, and employee cost.
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