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06/12/2026

What would you do if your work schedule changed at the last minute every week?

In New York City, some workers are receiving up to $13,000 in restitution because employers allegedly violated the city's Fair Workweek Laws.

The article highlights a growing conversation around predictable scheduling and the real impact schedule changes can have on childcare, transportation, second jobs, and household finances. It also points out that many workers across the U.S. don't have similar protections:

New York Mamdani spotlights NYC workers getting up to about $13,000 for chaotic schedules Published 2 months ago  on April 12, 2026 By Brian Foster thenews2.com/Depositphotos Zohran Mamdani puts schedules on notice Ever had your day flipped upside down by a last-minute shift change? Zohran Mamdani ...

06/12/2026

Still using paper timesheets or spreadsheets to track employee hours? It might seem “cheaper,” but it’s costing more than you think.

As workforces become more mobile and labor regulations grow more complex, you’ve probably run into challenges with manual time tracking: issues with time accuracy, payroll processing delays, compliance risk, or lack of visibility into labor costs.

This article explores some signs it may be time to step up from online timesheet software and what you should be looking for instead:

Online timesheet software can work for time management. But what if there's a better solution? Learn why time tracking software might be your missing piece.

06/11/2026

Is the 24/48 shift schedule an always-losing game for firefighters?

This article from Fire Captain Tyler Phillips details the reality of 24/48 shifts, why firefighters aren’t taught to optimize their health around them long-term, and what crews can do to make 24/48 shifts work better: https://bit.ly/4eeqmt9

We can’t control the schedule, but we can follow a realistic recovery plan to protect our sleep, regulate our hormones and reduce chronic fatigue

06/11/2026

Manufacturing leaders know that even small workforce disruptions can have a big impact on production, labor costs, and delivery timelines. When you're:

→ Managing multiple shifts
→ Tracking attendance
→ Controlling overtime
→ Maintaining compliance

… you begin rethinking how to manage employee time, scheduling, and labor data.

The right solution can help you make more informed staffing decisions, improve accountability, and keep operations running smoothly. TCP Software can support your unique challenges in manufacturing. See how:

Compliance-ready manufacturing scheduling time tracking software helps you cut down on paperwork, improve how you schedule labor, and control costs.

06/10/2026

The NYPD’s uniformed overtime is expected to reach $890 million in FY 2026, according to a report from the NYC Comptroller’s Office.

Another key finding: “Over the last three consecutive fiscal years, NYPD’s actual uniformed overtime spending was more than double its adopted uniformed overtime budget each year.”

The report points to challenges around oversight, accountability, and workforce planning, and outlines several recommendations aimed at improving controls and reducing unnecessary spending. For public sector leaders, it's a compelling example of how overtime can quickly become a major budget and operational issue when visibility and oversight fall short:

Executive Summary Overtime spending has been a persistent budget challenge in New York City for more than a decade, rising from $1.66 billion in FY 2015 to $2.71 billion in FY 2025. The New York City Police Department (NYPD) accounts for approximately 40% of annual overtime cost contributing both to...

06/09/2026

Stephen F. Austin State University was managing time and pay for 2,100+ employees using a mix of paper timesheets and time clocks.

So when the strain from dragged-out payroll processes, separate reporting systems for leave, and a lack of integrations was too much, they knew it was time for a change. Enter: TimeClock Plus.

"We needed to find a solution that would allow us to interface with our ERP system, eliminating the need to print paper timesheets … The flexibility for departments to choose how they record time was a game changer. This wasn’t a one-size-fits-all system." — Judy Duffin, Payroll Manager

With TimeClock Plus, the university gave departments the flexibility they needed while maintaining consistency across payroll and workforce management.

Read their full story: https://bit.ly/3Py5hkT

06/09/2026

How many PTO and leave requests are sitting in inboxes for your team right now?

Managing leave in many organizations is still a mix of spreadsheets, emails, and guesswork. That makes it harder to see who's available, forecast coverage needs, and stay on top of compliance requirements.

TimeClock Plus lets your employees easily request time off, check balances, and view leave calendars in one place, while managers get visibility into requests, accruals, and approvals. See how it works: https://bit.ly/3NJxdkP

06/08/2026

If you’re a retailer, you may work with franchisees, staffing agencies, in-store vendors, and subcontractors. Those relationships can create unexpected labor law risks.

This article takes a closer look at the NLRB's joint employer standard and why retailers should pay attention to how much control they exercise over workers who aren't directly on their payroll.

[P.S. One of the biggest takeaways is how seemingly routine decisions around scheduling, supervision, work assignments, or employment policies could increase exposure if the relationship isn't structured carefully.]

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Retail employers frequently operate through complex business arrangements – ranging from franchising models to staffing partnerships and in-store...

06/08/2026

FLSA compliance isn't something you can afford to put on autopilot:

→ Employee classifications
→ Overtime calculations
→ Recordkeeping requirements

Even small mistakes with these can lead to costly consequences.

Our article on FLSA compliance will help you cover your bases when it comes to employee scheduling and time tracking:

Find out how to navigate FLSA requirements for your organization, including what it does and does not require, plus overtime, employee classifications, and wage laws.