When Is It Time to Replace Your Old Trusty Workplace Timeclock?

We get it—your workplace timeclock has been through a lot. Day in and day out, it's tracked employee hours, survived coffee spills, and maybe even endured a frustrated slap or two. But just like that fax machine in the corner nobody uses, there comes a time when you need to ask: Is it finally time to upgrade?

Top 5 Signs It's Time to Replace Your Timeclock

A well-worn timeclock might feel like an old friend, but if you're noticing these signs, it's probably past its prime:

1. Frequent Breakdowns and Repairs

If your timeclock is becoming a money pit of maintenance costs, constantly freezing, or requiring manual resets, it’s not just annoying—it’s costing your business time and money.

2. Inaccurate or Missing Punches

An unreliable timeclock means payroll headaches. If employees have to constantly correct missed punches or deal with out-of-sync clocks, frustration grows—and so do your payroll errors.

3. Limited Compatibility with Modern Systems

Older timeclocks often struggle to integrate with modern payroll software, meaning you’re stuck with outdated processes, manual data entry, and an increased risk of errors.

4. Security and Compliance Risks

As labor laws tighten, businesses need to keep precise records. Outdated time capture methods may fail to provide the accuracy needed for compliance, leaving you vulnerable to audits and legal issues.

5. Deprecated or Unsupported Devices

If your timeclock is no longer supported by the manufacturer—like those recently deprecated by Payroll Metrics—you’re at risk of sudden failures, lack of updates, and unplanned downtime. Unsupported devices can quickly become a liability, leading to payroll disruptions and increased administrative burden.

The Pain of Change (and Why It’s Worth It)

We know upgrading isn’t always easy. There’s the hassle of choosing a new system, training staff, and worrying about potential downtime. But modern time capture solutions, like those from BundyPlus, make the transition smoother than you’d think.

The Risks of Unsupported Timeclock Systems

Recently, Payroll Metrics deprecated their time clock offering, leaving some businesses exposed to unsupported terminals and the risk of unexpected downtime. Without vendor support, businesses may face technical failures that disrupt payroll processing, increase administrative workload, and lead to compliance issues. If your organization relied on Payroll Metrics' time capture solution, now is the time to consider a robust and future-proof alternative.

The Benefits of Modernizing Your Time Capture

• Seamless Cloud Integration – Sync employee hours directly to your payroll system, eliminating data entry errors.

• Enhanced Security Features – Biometric authentication and geofencing ensure accuracy and prevent buddy-punching.

• Improved Employee Experience – Faster, more reliable clock-ins mean less frustration and greater workplace efficiency.

• Scalability for Growth – Modern solutions grow with your business, whether you have 10 employees or 10,000.

• Flexibility in Payroll Platforms – BundyPlus integrates with over 30 payroll solutions, allowing businesses to switch platforms at any time without disruption.

• Future-Proof Technology – BundyPlus stays ahead of industry changes, ensuring continuous time capture and compliance with evolving regulations.

Your old timeclock has served you well, but at some point, sentimentality doesn’t pay the bills. If you’re seeing the signs, it’s time to upgrade to a modern time capture system that saves you time, money, and stress.

Thinking about making the switch? Book a free BundyPlus demo today and see how effortless upgrading can be!