In today’s working world, precise time recording is crucial for success. Whether for project management, billing or capacity planning – the right solution not only makes work easier, but also saves valuable time. monday.com offers numerous options to customize time tracking to your needs. In this blog, we’ll show you how to use the tracking column, Marketplace apps such as Tracket or Clockify and integrations with tools such as MOCO.
How can you do time tracking with monday.com?
monday.com offers you various approaches that can be flexibly adapted to the needs of your team. In this blog, we present three ways to organize time tracking in monday.com:
- The integrated tracking column – quick and easy.
- Apps from the Marketplace such as Tracket or Clockify – for extended functions.
- MOCO in combination with monday.com – the comprehensive solution for professional requirements.
You will see, how each method has its own strengths and which method suits you and your company best. Especially for companies that are looking for a holistic solution, the integration of MOCO in combination with Make is a game changer.
Why is time recording important in a company?
Efficient time recording offers you numerous advantages:
- Transparency: You maintain an overview of project times and resources.
- Efficiency: It allows you to better plan and optimize your workflows.
- Accuracy: You have precise data for billing, budgeting and pre-casting.
- Performance: Recognize bottlenecks and potential for improvement in the team.
Whether you are a freelancer, lead a small team or manage a large organization – good time tracking is the basis for long-term success.
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So you can keep track of time efficiently with monday.com
1. Time recording with the tracking column in monday.com
The tracking column is integrated directly into monday.com and is the easiest way to record time. With just a few clicks, you can set start and end times and automatically receive the duration. This method is ideal for teams who want to get started quickly and don’t want to use external tools.
The tracking column is ideal for smaller teams who want to get started with time tracking quickly and without additional tools. The tracking column is ideal for internal projects in particular, where time tracking is primarily used for an overview and no data needs to be exported to other systems.
Advantages of the tracking column
- Seamless integration: No additional setups or tools required.
- Automatic calculation: Start and end times are evaluated automatically.
- Direct availability: Time data remains completely within monday.com.
What are the limitations of the tracking column?
Although the tracking column offers a simple solution, it has some limitations. It does not allow for advanced reporting or detailed analysis, which makes it insufficient for more complex requirements. In addition, time tracking is done manually as there are no automatic timers integrated, which can easily lead to errors or forgotten entries. Another issue is the lack of integration with external systems, which means that times cannot be used directly for billing or capacity planning in other tools.
Wie du die Tracking-Spalte auf monday.com einfügst, kannst du in diesem Blog nachlesen.
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2. Extended time recording with integrations from monday Marketplace
For companies with more detailed requirements, the monday.com Marketplace offers apps such as Tracket or Clockify. These tools expand the possibilities of time tracking with functions such as reports, analyses, and export options. They are ideal for teams and companies that need deeper insights into their time and resource usage.
These apps are ideal for companies that need detailed time reports and analysis to make informed decisions. They are particularly suitable when time data needs to be exported to other systems, for example for billing or external reporting. Seamless integration with monday.com makes them easy to use and the perfect choice for teams looking for advanced time tracking.
The advantages:
- Advanced reports: Dashboards and evaluations that provide deeper insights.
- Flexibility: Adaptation to complex corporate structures.
- Export options: Data can be easily integrated into other systems.
What are the limitations?
The main disadvantage of these apps is that they can incur additional costs, depending on the tool and range of functions selected. They also usually require initial setup and training to get the most out of the features. For teams that only need basic time tracking, these apps may be too extensive.
3. MOCO: The holistic solution for time recording and more
For companies that need a comprehensive and scalable solution, the combination of MOCO and monday.com via Make (formerly Integromat) offers an ideal way to optimize time recording and many other business processes. This integration goes beyond pure time recording and brings additional functions such as billing, customer acquisition, capacity planning, personnel management and invoice receipt directly into your workflows.
What is MOCO?
MOCO is a comprehensive business software developed specifically for service companies. It offers everything you need to manage and control your company – from time recording to invoicing. MOCO is particularly popular with SMEs and large companies, as it combines intuitive operation with powerful functions and adapts perfectly to the needs of growing companies.
Discover in our case study ‘Efficient project and resource management with monday.com and MOCO’ how you can use these tools optimally in your company.
The most important functions of MOCO:
Time recording:
Simple tracking and transparent overview of the time you invest in your projects.
Billing:
Automatically create invoices based on recorded times and projects.
Invoice receipt:
Keep an eye on incoming invoices and control expenses.
Advantages of the MOCO integration:
- Automation: Minimizes manual work steps and reduces errors.
- Efficiency: Centralized processing of data from different sources.
- Flexibility: Adaptation of workflows to the specific needs of your company.
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What are the limitations?
The integration requires an initial setup and customization to the specific requirements of the company. There may be additional costs for using Make and MOCO, depending on the functions required and the volume of data. A certain training period is also required to exploit the full potential of the integration.
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Conclusion: Efficient time recording for your company
monday.com offers the right time tracking solution for every company – from simple tracking columns and marketplace apps to comprehensive integration with MOCO and Make. Small teams benefit from fast, straightforward tools, while larger companies with complex requirements benefit from advanced features and automation.
The right time recording saves time, optimizes processes and creates transparency. Get advice from Blinno to find the best solution for your company.
