Simplify record keeping with mechanical time and attendance clocks Mechanical time clocks are the most basic of time keeping machines. They only offer time card punching, but if that's all your business needs, it's a reliable and economical option.

I recommend:  Choose from two models of mechanical clocks from The Cleveland Time Clock & Service Company. For businesses on a budget, the Acroprint 125 from Time Clock eShop is a nice basic clock that's sure to fit your needs.

Use electronic time and attendance clocks for multiple functions These time clocks are battery powered and most display time digitally for easy reading. Many can keep time accurately without you having to set them yourself. These machines can also be programmed to stamp other things; for example, they can mark invoices as paid.

I recommend:  Customize your attendance and record keeping with the time clock from Office Zone. Exaktime offers the PocketClock, a unique solution for companies with crews working on job sites.

Stock the right supplies to use with your mechanical or electronic time clock Time clocks rely on ink and time cards to record attendance. Ink will run out after so many punches and your stack of blank time cards will run low. Unless you replace these items when needed, you run the risk of over-paying your employees by turning to an easily fudgeable timesheet system.

I recommend:  Use the supply finder at Keysan to locate replacement ink for your time clock. Find the right time cards for your machine at Time Masters.