Amano Dealer Focus, This issue's subject: Joseph Wagner, Founder, Florida Time Clock

November, 2007  Florida Time Clock, Inc.
The Future of Employee Time Clocks: A 2007 Vision
Amano Dealer Focus – November 2007
Subject: Joseph Wagner, Founder, Florida Time Clock, Inc.

In 2007, the employee time clock industry was entering a period of rapid technological expansion. Internet-based systems were still relatively young. Wireless infrastructure was expanding. Businesses were just beginning to understand the long-term impact of network-connected devices.

The vision at the time was straightforward: management would eventually know where employees were — easily and continuously.

The 2007 Forecast

The prediction was that location awareness would become automatic. If an employee left the premises or entered a designated break area, the system would clock them out automatically. Paid breaks would be governed by location and duration. Time theft would be reduced. Buddy punching would be largely eliminated.

Wireless arrays and shared network systems would gather information constantly. Common workplace devices would evolve into data collection points, routing information through expanding global networks. Emerging concepts like mesh networking, Web 2.0, and distributed computing models suggested that connectivity would soon become ubiquitous.

At the same time, greater connectivity would require additional layers of security. As timekeeping systems became more integrated into larger business networks, protecting payroll data would become increasingly critical.

The expectation was clear: time clock dealers would not simply sell punch clocks. They would sell integrated technology systems.

What About Traditional Equipment?

Even in 2007, it was recognized that traditional time stamping equipment would not disappear. As long as there remained concern over digital imaging fraud — or the need for a physically embossed document suitable for courtroom presentation — mechanical and electronic punch clocks would retain value.

Courthouses, government agencies, and certain industrial environments would continue using physical time stamping equipment for years to come, though overall volume would gradually decline.

The Role of the Independent Dealer

The conclusion in 2007 emphasized adaptability. The individual time clock dealer would survive based on business instincts, continuing education, and the ability to innovate. Those who failed to evolve would quickly be displaced.

Related industries — including point-of-sale and cash register providers — were already moving into workforce management. Differentiation would depend on specialized knowledge.

The core message then — and now — remains consistent: payroll is the largest controllable expense in most organizations. Accurate timekeeping directly impacts profitability.

With more than 15 years of hands-on experience at that time, Florida Time Clock positioned itself as a specialist in payroll accuracy and workforce management. Amano products had long been part of the product mix and a reliable contributor to profitability. The expectation in 2007 was continued partnership and industry growth — built on expertise and adaptation.

Looking back, many elements of that vision have materialized in the form of GPS-enabled mobile systems, biometric authentication, cloud-hosted platforms, and integrated workforce management tools. The industry continues to evolve — but the principle remains unchanged: innovation and expertise determine longevity.

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Florida Time Clock, Inc.  Est. 1991
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Time Clock Outlet . com 2006
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Wireless Master Clocks . com 2008
Canadatimeclocks.com 2014 (no longer live)