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Top project time tracking tools in 2025 that help prevent time theft while respecting employee privacy

Time theft and timesheet fraud both involve employees getting paid for hours they didn’t actually work, although they differ in scale and intent. But the bottom line is that incorrect timesheet practices cost businesses about 7% of annual payroll per U.S. Department of Labor estimates. Let’s look at the differences and see how they both can […]

Actual, planned, and earned time explained (with examples & best practices)

In project time tracking, it’s crucial to understand the difference between actual time, planned time, and earned time. Think of these three metrics as lanes in a swimming pool — each moving you forward, but at a different pace and with a different story to tell about your project’s progress. On their own, they can […]

Transforming forecasting and risk management: A practical guide to xP&A implementation

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations face an increasingly complex challenge: how to maintain accurate forecasting and effective risk management while navigating unprecedented levels of uncertainty. As US Economist Michael Hammer wisely noted, “The secret of success is not to predict the future but to create an organization which can prosper in an unpredictable […]

Optimize your timesheet approvals with automated email reminders using Beebole and Zapier

Timesheet approvals become effortless when automated with Beebole and Zapier, reducing inefficiencies by sending managers timely reminders to complete their reviews. We’ll guide you through an automation with Zapier that ensures your approval process stays on track, preventing delays in payroll and improving overall team accountability. On time, every time: why reviewing and approving time […]

Communicate budget variance: The path to strategic action [best practices from FP&A professionals]

Project budget variance reports are invaluable tools, but how to communicate budget variance and turn the information into strategic actions? Budget variance reports’ true worth lies in how the insights they provide are used across the organization. If such insights can’t influence strategic changes, variance reports are limited to control and accountability functions. To ensure […]