- Introduction
Employee attendance systems are nowadays widely used because of their ability to record and track employee attendance. They are mainly used to monitor employee absences, lateness, tardiness and overtime, and to calculate hours worked by each employee in an organization. Many organizations face the challenge of assessing the cost-benefit of different types of attendance systems, and they must carefully consider the costs, benefits and potential risks associated with implementing them. This case study report provides a critical assessment of the cost-benefit of different employee attendance system in an organization, focusing on the automated system and biometric system.
- Background
An automated system and biometric system are two types of attendance systems used in an organization to monitor employee attendance and to calculate hours worked by each employee. The automated system is mainly used to collect attendance data electronically and to provide a range of reports to supervisors and managers, while the biometric system is mainly used to track employee attendance and to prevent attendance fraud.
- Objectives
The main aim of this case study report is to assess and compare the cost-benefit of different employee attendance systems in an organization, specifically the automated system and biometric system.
- Literature Review
Studies have found that an automated system and biometric system are both considered to be cost-effective and attractive options for attendance systems in an organization. However, there are some differences between the two systems that should be taken into account when considering the cost-benefit of implementing either system. A Handheld biometric attendance system is found to be relatively inexpensive to set up and maintain, however, it can be vulnerable to errors and is unable to accurately track employee attendance or prevent attendance fraud. In contrast, a biometric system is more expensive to implement and maintain, but it is able to accurately track employee attendance and prevent attendance fraud.
- Methodology
The methodology used for this case study report is a critical assessment of the cost-benefit of different employee attendance systems. The cost-benefit assessment includes the review of literature to identify and compare the costs and benefits associated with the implementation of an automated system or a biometric system. To evaluate the cost-benefit of each system, the report considers the upfront and ongoing costs associated with each system, as well as the benefits and potential risks associated with implementing them.
- Findings
The findings of this cost-benefit assessment show that both systems have their own set of costs and benefits, which should be taken into account when assessing the cost-benefit of implementing either system. An automated system is found to be relatively cheaper to set up and maintain, but it is vulnerable to errors and is unable to accurately track employee attendance or prevent attendance fraud. In contrast, a biometric system is more expensive to set up and maintain, but it is able to accurately track employee attendance and prevent attendance fraud.
- Discussion
Based on the findings of this cost-benefit assessment, it is found that an automated system is relatively cheaper to set up and maintain compared to a biometric system, but it is vulnerable to errors and is unable to accurately track employee attendance or prevent attendance fraud. Therefore, an organization must carefully consider its specific needs when deciding between an automated system or a biometric system. If the organization is more concerned about preventing attendance fraud, then it may be worth investing in a biometric system, as it is able to accurately track employee attendance and prevent attendance fraud. On the other hand, if the organization is more concerned about reducing costs, then it may be more suitable to go with an automated system.
- Conclusion
This case study report has assessed and compared the cost-benefit of different employee attendance systems in an organization. It was found that a web-based biometric attendance system is relatively cheaper to set up and maintain compared to a biometric system, but it is vulnerable to errors and is unable to accurately track employee attendance or prevent attendance fraud. On the other hand, a biometric system is more expensive to set up and maintain, but it is able to accurately track employee attendance and prevent attendance fraud. Therefore, an organization must carefully consider its specific needs when deciding between an automated system or a biometric system.
- Recommendations
Based on the findings of this cost-benefit assessment, it is recommended that an organization must carefully consider its specific needs when deciding between an automated system or a biometric system. If the organization is more concerned about preventing attendance fraud, then it may be worth investing in a biometric system, as it is able to accurately track employee attendance and prevent attendance fraud. On the other hand, if the organization is more concerned about reducing costs, then it may be more suitable to go with an attendance app.
- Limitations
One of the major limitation of this study is that it is not possible to make a precise cost-benefit comparison between an automated system and a biometric system, as the cost can vary depending on the size of the organization and the implementation of the system. In addition, the study was based on a limited amount of literature and other sources, which may have biased the findings of this cost-benefit assessment.
- Future Research
Future research should aim to further assess and compare the cost-benefit of different employee attendance systems in an organization, such as a mobile device-based attendance system or a cloud-based attendance system. In addition, further research should focus on assessing the potential risks associated with implementing attendance systems and how they can be managed effectively.
- Conclusion
In conclusion, this case study report provides a critical assessment of the cost-benefit of different employee attendance systems in an organization, focusing on the automated system and biometric system. The findings of this study show that an automated system is relatively cheaper to set up and maintain compared to a biometric system, but it is vulnerable to errors and is unable to accurately track employee attendance or prevent attendance fraud. On the other hand, a biometric system is more expensive to set up and maintain, but it is able to accurately track employee attendance and prevent attendance fraud. Therefore, an organization must carefully consider its specific needs when deciding between an automated system, biometric or an attendance application.