Time Reports
Analyze time tracking data to understand productivity, improve estimates, and optimize your shop's operations.
Accessing Time Reports
Navigate to Reports in the main menu, then select time-related reports:
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Available Reports
Technician Hours Report
View hours logged by each technician over a selected time period:
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This report shows:
- Total hours per technician
- Breakdown by work order type
- Daily/weekly trends
- Comparison to previous periods
Work Order Time Summary
Analyze time spent per work order:
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Useful for:
- Identifying jobs that took longer than expected
- Comparing estimated vs actual time
- Finding patterns in similar job types
Daily Time Log
View detailed daily activity:
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Report Filters
All time reports can be filtered by:
- Date Range - Today, this week, this month, custom range
- Technician - All or specific team members
- Work Order Type - Filter by service type
- Location - If you have multiple locations
Exporting Reports
Export reports for further analysis or record keeping:
- Generate the report with your desired filters
- Click Export
- Choose format:
- PDF - For printing or sharing
- CSV - For spreadsheet analysis
- Excel - For detailed analysis
Using Reports to Improve Estimates
Historical time data helps you create more accurate estimates:
Estimation Tip
Before quoting a job, filter time reports by similar work order types. See how long past jobs actually took to create realistic estimates. If impeller replacements typically take 1.5 hours, quote accordingly.