Managing Office and Remote Work Hours Through IP Tracking

Why is IP Needed?

IP addresses are essential in managing and distinguishing between remote working hours and office working hours. By utilizing set IP addresses, you can compare the productivity of employees working from home versus those working from the office. This feature provides clear insights into each user's performance in different environments.

How the Feature Works

To utilize this feature, set the office IP addresses in the settings. Once configured, the system will track and compare the productivity of your employees based on their working location. Here's how it works:

1. Setting Office IPs: Define the IP addresses associated with your office location in the application settings.
2. Activity Tracking: The system tracks user activity and marks it according to the IP address.
   • In-Office Logged Hours: Activities from the set office IPs are logged as office hours.
   • Remote Logged Hours: Activities from IPs different from the set office IPs are logged as remote hours.
3. Comparison Insights: The feature provides a comparison of productivity, showing which users are more productive at home versus the office.

How to Identify Your Office IP

To identify your office IP address, simply:

1. Open your browser and visit whatismyip.com.
2. The IP address displayed is your current IP, which you can set as your office IP in the IP settings page inside account settings page.

How IP Range Works and Its Importance

An IP range allows you to define a range of IP addresses for your office location. This feature is beneficial because:

1. Efficiency: Instead of adding each IP address individually, you can define a range. All IP addresses within this range will be recognized as office IPs.
2. Time-Saving: This saves time and simplifies the process of managing multiple office IP addresses.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is an IP address and why is it important?

An IP address is a unique identifier assigned to each device connected to a network. It is important for tracking and distinguishing between different network locations, such as office and remote working environments.

Q: How can I add my office IP address in the application?

Go to the Account settings and navigate to the IP settings section. Enter the IP address you identified from whatismyip.com and save it as your office IP.

Q: Can I add multiple office IP addresses?

Yes, you can add multiple IP addresses or define an IP range to include all possible office IPs.

Q: How does the application differentiate between office and remote work?

The application checks the user's IP address at the start of the day and during specific events (e.g., locking the PC, sleep mode). If the IP matches any of the defined office IPs, the time is logged as office hours. Otherwise, it is logged as remote hours.

Q: Will this feature affect my privacy?

No, the feature is designed to track productivity based on IP addresses without intruding on personal privacy. The IP address data is used solely for distinguishing work locations and comparing productivity.

Q: What should I do if my IP address changes frequently?

If your IP address changes frequently, consider defining an IP range that covers the possible addresses used by your office network. This will ensure accurate tracking without frequent updates.

By understanding and utilizing this IP tracking feature, you can gain valuable insights into your employees' productivity and manage work environments more effectively.