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What is Synerion?

Synerion is workforce management software engineered for organizations that require accuracy, configurability, and long-term reliability when managing employee time, scheduling, and labor costs. Instead of forcing businesses into rigid templates or relying on brittle spreadsheets, Synerion adapts to the complexity of real-world operations. Time can be captured through a range of devices — biometric clocks (fingerprint, facial recognition), proximity or HID card readers, mobile apps with geofencing, browser-based portals, or tablet kiosks. Each punch is processed in real time and validated against configurable pay rules, including overtime, shift premiums, union agreements, step rates, and project-based allocations. This reduces payroll errors at the source and eliminates costly manual reconciliation. Offline mode with automated sync ensures no time data is lost, even during outages. Managers gain tools to design complex schedules with rotations, shift balancing, and skill coverage checks, while automated alerts notify them of gaps, overtime risks, or missed punches before they become problems. Finance and operations teams benefit from configurable dashboards and audit-ready reports that provide transparency into hours, costs, and labor allocation at the job, project, or department level. This gives leadership confidence in their workforce data and a clear view into labor’s impact on profitability. Deployment is handled directly by Synerion’s in-house specialists rather than outsourced contractors, ensuring faster discovery, accurate configuration, and smoother go-lives. Customers can choose Synerion Agile, a quick-start package for fast adoption, or Synerion Enterprise, a fully configurable system capable of supporting highly complex requirements. With 35 years of experience and thousands of customers across manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and government, Synerion combines enterprise-level flexibility with mid-market accessibility.

What is Hubstaff?

Elevate your productivity with Hubstaff! Hubstaff provides time-tracking applications compatible with desktop, web browsers, and mobile devices. Once you initiate time tracking for a specific task, Hubstaff seamlessly operates in the background, using minimal resources while you focus on your work. Switching between tasks or stopping the timer is a breeze and can be done in just a few clicks. Monitoring your team's performance can be daunting, but Hubstaff is packed with excellent features designed to help you assess their productivity effectively. To maximize Hubstaff's benefits, it's essential to establish clear expectations for your team. This tool allows you to analyze each member's average productivity over time, helping you spot areas for improvement or shifts in their performance. Essentially, the more consistently you utilize Hubstaff, the more insightful your results will become. Additionally, Hubstaff is available across multiple platforms, including Mac, Windows, Linux, iOS, and Android, ensuring you can track productivity wherever you are.

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Integrations Supported

Gusto
QuickBooks Online
ADP Vantage HCM
Asana
ClickUp
JCards
JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
Kayako
Maestro Payment
Microsoft Dynamics SL
Okta
Paycor
Paymo
PeopleFluent Recruitment
Podio
Quickwork
RUN Powered by ADP
Sage 50
Stackreaction
Zendesk

Integrations Supported

Gusto
QuickBooks Online
ADP Vantage HCM
Asana
ClickUp
JCards
JD Edwards EnterpriseOne
Kayako
Maestro Payment
Microsoft Dynamics SL
Okta
Paycor
Paymo
PeopleFluent Recruitment
Podio
Quickwork
RUN Powered by ADP
Sage 50
Stackreaction
Zendesk

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

$2/employee/month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

$4.99/user/month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Synerion

Date Founded

1983

Company Location

Canada

Company Website

www.synerion.com

Company Facts

Organization Name

Hubstaff

Date Founded

2012

Company Location

United States

Company Website

hubstaff.com

Categories and Features

Absence Management

Synerion's solution for managing absences empowers organizations to effectively monitor, administer, and minimize unexpected leave while upholding adherence to company protocols and labor legislation. Employees can log their absences via mobile apps, web platforms, or kiosks, and managers receive immediate notifications regarding no-shows, tardiness, and prolonged absences. The system automatically enforces company policies related to sick leave, family leave, disability, or union contracts, ensuring that records are both precise and uniform. Real-time analytics reveal patterns in absenteeism, potential overtime issues, and staffing shortages, equipping managers with the essential insights to act swiftly and sustain service quality. By integrating with scheduling systems, shifts are adjusted promptly in response to absences, and connections with payroll systems eliminate the need for manual corrections. Audit-ready reports facilitate compliance with labor standards and collective bargaining agreements. Employees benefit from greater visibility into their attendance records and leave balances, which helps to minimize conflicts and reduce the workload of HR. With proactive notifications and comprehensive analysis, organizations can effectively manage their workforce's attendance.

Analytics/Reporting
Approval Process Control
Attendance Tracking
Calendar Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Scheduling
Leave Policy Management
Notifications/Alerts
Overtime Management
Role-Based Permissions
Time Off Management
Timesheet Management

Attendance Tracking

Synerion offers a sophisticated attendance management system that provides organizations with precise, real-time insights into employee work hours, absences, and adherence to regulations. Employees have the flexibility to clock in using biometric devices, mobile applications with geofencing capabilities, web access, or kiosks, and the offline mode guarantees that no clock-ins are lost. Each time entry is cross-verified with company policies, automatically accounting for overtime, shift differentials, and union contracts to minimize payroll inaccuracies. Managers receive immediate notifications for late arrivals, missed clock-ins, or unexpected absences, enabling them to act swiftly to ensure adequate staffing. The attendance information seamlessly integrates with payroll and HR systems through over 100 integrations, eliminating the need for manual data entry and expediting processing times. Tailored dashboards offer valuable insights into patterns such as absenteeism, overtime, and labor expenses, while reports that are compliant with auditing standards assist in adhering to labor regulations and collective agreements. With role-specific access and self-service functionalities, employees can easily check their records and submit requests for corrections.

Absence Management
Calendar Management
Employee Scheduling
Employee Time Clock
FMLA Tracking
Overtime Tracking
Reporting/Analytics
Self Service Portal
Time Tracking
Timesheets
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Employee Scheduling

Synerion's workforce management software is crafted to streamline intricate scheduling processes, empowering both managers and employees with the necessary resources for cohesive operations. Schedules can be generated using various methods, including templates, rotation systems, or automatic assignment features that align personnel to shifts based on their availability, qualifications, certifications, and seniority guidelines. Enhanced validation mechanisms help avert scheduling disputes, overlapping shifts, and excessive overtime before they arise. In unionized settings, Synerion automatically incorporates premium rates, seniority protocols, and conditions from collective bargaining agreements. Employees can access their schedules anytime through mobile devices, web browsers, or kiosks, enabling them to request shift changes and submit leave requests, thus minimizing administrative burdens. Managers receive timely notifications regarding potential coverage shortages and overtime concerns, while comprehensive dashboards offer insights into staffing numbers and labor expenses. The software also integrates with payroll and HR systems to ensure that scheduling information seamlessly transitions into time and attendance records, cutting down on errors and processing durations. Whether

Appointment Management
Automated Scheduling
Calendar Management
Employee Database
Group Scheduling
Messaging
Mobile Access
Payroll Management
Reporting/Analytics
Resource Management
Schedule Distribution
Scheduling
Shift Scheduling
Shift Swapping
Time Clock
Time Tracking
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Job Costing

Synerion’s job costing solutions empower organizations with clear insights into labor expenditures. Employees have the capability to assign their hours to specific jobs, projects, or cost centers directly at the time clock, through mobile devices, or via web punching, ensuring data accuracy from the outset. The Fusion and Horizon 3-in-1 clocks enable workers to select their tasks as they clock in or switch between activities, effectively capturing real-time information without the need for manual input. Wage rates, premiums, and step increases are automatically applied, ensuring precise cost calculations across various locations, departments, or union contracts. Managers are equipped with dashboards that analyze labor costs by job, project, or customer, offering valuable insights into profitability and resource allocation. Additionally, audit-ready reports assist finance teams in verifying billing, charge-backs, or grants. The seamless integration with payroll, ERP, and accounting systems eradicates the need for double data entry and maintains data consistency across different platforms. With Synerion job costing, organizations can manage budgets effectively and enhance efficiency.

Bills of Material
Budgeting & Forecasting
Change Orders
Cost-to-Completion Tracking
Invoice Management
Overrun Reporting
Percent-Complete Tracking
Production Cost Tracking
Purchase Order Management
Quotes / Estimates
Time Tracking
Work Order Management

Leave Management

Synerion's leave management solution simplifies the process by which businesses manage employee absences, including vacation, sick leave, and personal days. Employees have the convenience of submitting their leave requests via mobile devices, web platforms, or kiosks, while managers can effortlessly review and respond to these requests with just a click. The software automatically tracks leave accruals, ensuring that vacation and sick leave balances are consistently accurate, while adhering to guidelines related to union contracts, employee seniority, and carryover policies. This system provides real-time insights into how pending leave requests may affect staffing levels, allowing managers to proactively address potential coverage gaps. Employees benefit from enhanced clarity by being able to check their leave balances, request history, and approval statuses without needing to contact HR directly. At the same time, managers experience a reduction in administrative tasks, eliminating the need for manual spreadsheets. By integrating seamlessly with Synerion's scheduling and attendance features, approved leave is instantly updated in schedules and payroll systems, minimizing the risk of errors and delays. With comprehensive dashboards, timely alerts, and ready-to-audit reports, organizations can effectively keep track of their leave management processes.

Approval Process Control
Calendar Management
Employee Scheduling
FMLA Tracking
Leave & Absence Reporting
Leave Policy Management
Self Service Portal

Medical Scheduling

Synerion's medical scheduling solution is designed to meet the intricate demands of healthcare settings, where staff allocation is crucial for optimal patient care. With this software, managers can effortlessly design rotations, shifts, and templates that take into account various factors such as certifications, licenses, union contracts, and employee seniority, ensuring that the most qualified personnel are positioned appropriately. Automated safeguards are in place to avoid scheduling overlaps, manage overtime effectively, and resolve potential conflicts, while real-time notifications help identify coverage shortages before they disrupt services. Employees enjoy the convenience of accessing their schedules anytime via mobile devices, web applications, or kiosks, and can easily communicate their availability and request shift swaps, providing them with flexibility while minimizing the administrative burden. For institutions with unionized staff, Synerion automatically incorporates premiums, step rates, and collective bargaining agreements into the scheduling process. Comprehensive dashboards offer immediate insights into staffing numbers, overtime expenditures, and adherence to regulations, while ready-to-audit reports facilitate compliance with accreditation and labor laws. Furthermore, the system offers smooth integration with existing tools and platforms.

Appointment Management
Billing & Invoicing
Drag & Drop
Facility Scheduling
Multi-Location
No-Show Tracking
On Call Scheduling
Patient Records
Patient Scheduling
Physician Management
Recurring Appointments
Self Service Portal
Staff Scheduling

Scheduling

Synerion's innovative scheduling software empowers organizations to eliminate uncertainty and create more intelligent, streamlined schedules. Managers can swiftly develop recurring shifts, rotations, and templates in just minutes, taking into account employee skills, certifications, and availability. Automated rules proactively identify conflicts, potential overtime issues, and coverage shortfalls before they escalate, ensuring that labor is effectively distributed across various departments, locations, or projects. Employees enjoy self-service features that allow them to view their schedules, request shift swaps, and manage time off through mobile devices, web platforms, or kiosks, enhancing team flexibility and alleviating the burden on managers. For businesses bound by union agreements or intricate regulations, Synerion seamlessly incorporates premium rates, seniority considerations, and step rates automatically. With real-time alerts and dashboards, operations stay on course, while predictive scheduling tools help manage costs and enhance compliance. Whether you're looking for quick-start templates or fully customizable scheduling solutions for multi-site organizations, Synerion is designed to adapt to your needs.

Alerts/Notifications
Appointment Scheduling
Automated Scheduling
Calendar Management
Class Scheduling
Employee Scheduling
Facility Scheduling
Group Scheduling
Interview Scheduling
Meeting Room Booking
Multi-Location
Online Scheduling
Payment Processing
Real-time Scheduling
Reservations
Resource Scheduling
Room Booking Management

Time Clock

Synerion’s Fusion and Horizon time clocks are innovative 3-in-1 solutions crafted to provide secure and adaptable employee time tracking. Each model features multiple authentication methods, including facial recognition, fingerprint scanning, and support for proximity or badge cards, allowing organizations to choose the best option for their needs. This multifaceted approach minimizes buddy punching, enhances the speed of clock-ins, and caters to various workplace requirements. The Fusion model strikes an ideal balance between security and ease of use, making it suitable for medium-sized businesses that require dependable biometric and card functionalities. In contrast, the Horizon model represents Synerion’s most sophisticated option, featuring improved facial recognition technology, touchless entry, and robust construction for busy or industrial settings. Both clocks come equipped with Ethernet, Wi-Fi, and cellular connectivity, alongside offline punch storage with automatic synchronization and battery backup to ensure data integrity. Employees can easily clock in and out, switch jobs, and check their schedules or accruals directly from the device. Additionally, these time clocks integrate seamlessly with Synerion’s workforce management system.

Biometric Recognition
Hourly Employee Tracking
Messaging
Mobile Access
Online Punch Card
Payroll Management
Punch card
Reporting/Analytics
Salaried Employee Tracking
Sick Leave Tracking
Vacation / Leave Tracking
Workstation Tracking

Time Tracking

Synerion’s time tracking solution provides businesses with immediate insights into employee work hours through adaptable features tailored for various environments. Workers can log their time via mobile devices equipped with geofencing, web-based clocks, tablet kiosks, or Synerion’s Swift, Fusion, and Horizon terminals. The Fusion and Horizon models incorporate advanced 3-in-1 authentication methods, including facial recognition, fingerprint scans, and badge access, ensuring secure and precise time entries that eliminate the risk of buddy punching. The system also offers offline capabilities with automatic synchronization, preventing data loss during disruptions. Each time entry is checked against company policies for overtime, shift differentials, and union contracts, minimizing payroll inaccuracies. Managers receive notifications for missed clock-ins or unexpected absences and can track hours across various jobs, projects, or cost centers. Comprehensive dashboards and audit-ready reports provide valuable insights into attendance patterns and labor expenses, while effortless integration with over 100 payroll, ERP, and HR software systems streamlines operations by removing the need for manual data entry. With Synerion's time tracking solution, organizations can enhance their workforce management.

Automatic Time Capture
Billable & Non-Billable Hours
Billing & Invoicing
Employee Database
Expense Tracking
Mobile Time Tracking
Multiple Billing Rates
Offline Time Tracking
Online Time Tracking
Overtime Calculation
Time per Project Reporting
Timesheet Management
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Workforce Management

Synerion's workforce management solution empowers organizations with comprehensive oversight of time tracking, attendance, scheduling, labor distribution, and regulatory compliance all within a single platform. Employees have the flexibility to log their hours via mobile devices, web interfaces, or Synerion’s Swift, Fusion, and Horizon time clocks. The system automatically applies rules for overtime, additional pay, and union contracts to ensure precise payroll processing. Managers can utilize scheduling tools to craft shifts, rotations, and templates, receiving instant notifications for any coverage shortages or potential overtime issues. Labor can be assigned to specific jobs, projects, or cost centers, providing finance and operations teams with clear insights into expenditures. The platform features dashboards and analytics that deliver valuable information regarding productivity, absenteeism, and labor patterns, while ensuring compliance through audit-ready reports in line with regulations and collective agreements. With seamless integration capabilities for over 100 payroll, ERP, and HR systems, Synerion minimizes manual data entry and mitigates errors. Choose Agile for rapid implementation or opt for Enterprise for tailored solutions, as Synerion adapts to meet various organizational needs.

Budgeting & Forecasting
Contractor Management
Employee Lifecycle Management
Labor Projection
Performance Appraisal
Recruiting Management
Scheduling
Skills Tracking
Time & Attendance
Variable Workforce

Categories and Features

Absence Management

Analytics/Reporting
Approval Process Control
Attendance Tracking
Calendar Management
Compliance Management
Employee Database
Employee Scheduling
Leave Policy Management
Notifications/Alerts
Overtime Management
Role-Based Permissions
Time Off Management
Timesheet Management

Agile Project Management Tools

Backlog Management
Feedback Management
Gantt/Timeline View
Kanban Board
Prioritization
Request Management
Resource Management
Retrospectives Management
Status Tracking
Supports Scrum
Team Management
Template Management
Workflow Management

Attendance Tracking

Absence Management
Calendar Management
Employee Scheduling
Employee Time Clock
FMLA Tracking
Overtime Tracking
Reporting/Analytics
Self Service Portal
Time Tracking
Timesheets
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Billing and Invoicing

Billing Portal
Contact Database
Contingency Billing
Customer Portal
Customizable Invoices
Dunning Management
Hourly Billing
Invoice History
Mobile Payments
Multi-Currency
Online Invoicing
Online Payments
Payment Processing
Project Billing
Recurring/Subscription Billing
Service Ticket Billing
Tax Calculator

Business Activity Monitoring

Alerts / Notifications
Business Process Management
Cross Application Analysis
Email Monitoring
Events Monitoring
KPI Monitoring
Pre-Configured Events
Reporting / Analytics
Workflow Management

Collaboration

Brainstorming
Calendar Management
Chat / Messaging
Contact Management
Content Management
Document Management
Project Management
Real Time Editing
Task Management
Version Control
Video Conferencing

Employee Engagement

Benchmarking
Cultural Alignment
Employee Awards
Employee Guides
Employee Recognition
Feedback Management
Goal Management
Health & Wellness Programs
Performance Management
Pulse Surveys

Employee Monitoring

Activity Monitoring
Browsing History
Email Monitoring
Keystroke Recording
Productivity Analysis
Remote Control
Screen Activity Recording
Time & Attendance
Time Tracking

Employee Scheduling

Appointment Management
Automated Scheduling
Calendar Management
Employee Database
Group Scheduling
Messaging
Mobile Access
Payroll Management
Reporting/Analytics
Resource Management
Schedule Distribution
Scheduling
Shift Scheduling
Shift Swapping
Time Clock
Time Tracking
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Expense Report

Approval Process Control
Invoice Management
Multi-Currency
Receipt Management
Reimbursement Management
Spend Control
Time Tracking
Workflow Management

Freelance Management

Anonymous Talent Search
Chat / Messaging
Consolidated Billing & Invoicing
Contract Management
Custom Payments
Internship Management
Job Posting / Job Board
Payment Management
Portfolio Screening
Progress / Time Tracking
Project Management
Talent Matching Algorithm
Talent Vetting
Task Management

GPS Tracking

Alerts/Notifications
Asset Tracking
Driver Management
Historical Reporting
Mobile Tracking
People Tracking
Real Time Tracking
Routing
Status Tracking
Territory Management
Vehicle Tracking

Leave Management

Approval Process Control
Calendar Management
Employee Scheduling
FMLA Tracking
Leave & Absence Reporting
Leave Policy Management
Self Service Portal

Payroll

401(k) Tracking
Attendance Management
Benefits Management
Check Printing
Compensation Management
Deductions Management
Direct Deposit
Multi-Country
Multi-State
Reporting/Analytics
Self Service Portal
Tax Compliance
Vacation / Leave Tracking
W-2 and 1099 Preparation
Wage Garnishment

Productivity

Collaboration
Database Creation
Document Creation
File Sharing
Notes Management
Office Suite
Presentation Tools
Project Management
Task Management
Team Chat

Project Tracking

Collaboration Tools
Cost-to-Completion Tracking
Gantt Charts
Kanban Board
Milestone Tracking
Percent-Complete Tracking
Prioritization
Status Tracking
Time & Expense Tracking

Remote Work

Collaboration
Credential Management
Electronic Signature
Employee Monitoring
Live Chat
Meeting Management
Project Management
Remote Access
Remote Support
Screen Sharing
Softphone
Task Management
Time Zone Tracking
Video Chat
Web Conferencing

Reporting

Customizable Dashboard
Data Source Connectors
Drag & Drop
Drill Down
Email Reports
Financial Reports
Forecasting
Marketing Reports
OLAP
Report Export
Sales Reports
Scheduled / Automated Reports

Time and Expense

Activity Tracking
Billable Hours Tracking
Billing Rate Management
Expense Tracking
Invoice Processing
Multiple Billing Rates
Project Tracking
Reimbursement Management
Time Tracking by Client
Time Tracking by Project

Time Clock

Biometric Recognition
Hourly Employee Tracking
Messaging
Mobile Access
Online Punch Card
Payroll Management
Punch card
Reporting/Analytics
Salaried Employee Tracking
Sick Leave Tracking
Vacation / Leave Tracking
Workstation Tracking

Time Tracking

Automatic Time Capture
Billable & Non-Billable Hours
Billing & Invoicing
Employee Database
Expense Tracking
Mobile Time Tracking
Multiple Billing Rates
Offline Time Tracking
Online Time Tracking
Overtime Calculation
Time per Project Reporting
Timesheet Management
Vacation / Leave Tracking

Workflow Management

Access Controls/Permissions
Approval Process Control
Business Process Automation
Calendar Management
Compliance Tracking
Configurable Workflow
Customizable Dashboard
Document Management
Forms Management
Graphical Workflow Editor
Mobile Access
No-Code
Task Management
Third Party Integrations
Workflow Configuration

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