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01. The short version02. Four things to know03. Before and after04. In stock now05. Get a free survey06. FAQ
Quick answer
When one person clocks in for another, you pay for time nobody worked. A time attendance terminal records each person with their own finger or face.
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- Cannot be lent to a friend
- Matches the person at the terminal
- A picture is saved at each punch
- Odd patterns stand out
01The short version
Buddy punching ~ a friend clocks inUse biometrics ~ finger or faceAdd a photo ~ proof at each punchReview ~ weekly report
02Four things to know
FingerCannot be lent to a friend
FaceMatches the person at the terminal
PhotoA picture is saved at each punch
ReportOdd patterns stand out
03Before and after
Before
Cards and PINs
Friends clock in for friends
You pay for time not worked
After
Finger or face
Each person clocks in themselves
You pay for time worked
04In stock now
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06Frequently asked questions
What is buddy punching?
It is when one employee clocks in or out for another.
Can face recognition be fooled by a photo?
Quality terminals check that a live face is present. Ask about liveness detection.
Fingerprint or face recognition: which is better?
Both are accurate on good terminals. Fingerprint suits most offices and is familiar. Face suits gloves, hygiene areas and fast flows. Many terminals offer both, plus cards as a backup.
How much does a time attendance terminal cost?
It depends on the terminal type, the number of staff and the software. See our biometrics page; we quote after a free survey.
