TaskTag vs CompanyCam for Client Selection Tracking Let’s be honest — you’re not lacking photos.
A side-by-side look at rolling out crew check-ins — and why TaskTag fits this workflow by design
CompanyCam is a great tool for documenting jobsite progress — teams love it for photos, updates, and field visibility.
But when it comes to clocking in and out, CompanyCam isn’t designed for that.
If you’re looking to track hours through crew check-ins, project tagging, and location-verified timestamps, TaskTag offers a purpose-built workflow — without adding extra apps or admin work.
👉 See the rollout guide: Clocking In & Out Using “Check-In” in TaskTag
The Limitations of Using CompanyCam for Crew Clock-In and Time Tracking
We get it — CompanyCam is already on your team’s phones. So it’s natural to try using it for time tracking by:
- Taking a photo when someone arrives on-site
- Leaving comments with “started at 7:30”
- Creating albums labeled “Crew Check-Ins”
It works… until it doesn’t.
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What It Does Well |
Where It Gets Tricky |
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✅ Documents job progress visually |
❌ Doesn’t track hours between check-ins |
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✅ Shows when a photo was taken |
❌ Doesn’t calculate time worked |
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✅ Easy for crews to use |
❌ No exportable timesheet data |
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✅ Great for field updates |
❌ No location match to project address |
CompanyCam is excellent for showing what happened.
But time tracking is about who was where, when — and for how long.
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TaskTag Check-In Feature: A Better Alternative for Construction Time Tracking
TaskTag’s “Check-In” feature is designed to track hours — not just document presence.
It fits into the same chat your crew already uses to communicate, schedule, and share updates.
Here’s how it works:
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Step |
What Your Crew Does |
What TaskTag Does |
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📍 Clock In |
Tap “Check-In” in project chat |
Captures timestamp + project tag |
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🏷️ Tag It |
Add the project name (#Elm_Street) |
Links time entry to specific job |
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📍 Clock Out |
Tap “Check-In” again at end of shift |
Calculates total hours worked |
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📤 Done |
(No extra steps) |
Admins can export clean timesheets |
It’s not a separate app. It’s just a smarter use of the tools your team already uses inside TaskTag.
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How to Roll Out TaskTag’s Clock-In & Clock-Out Workflow for Crews
Use the Check-In Workflow in TaskTag to roll this out in 5 simple steps:
1. Set a Clear Policy
“Check-In = Clock-In. If it’s not logged, it’s not counted.”
2. Train Foremen First
15-minute walkthrough — check-in, tag the job, review crew status.
3. Soft Launch for Crews
Let them try for a week — no pressure, just consistency.
4. Begin Light Enforcement
Missed check-ins = follow-up. Foremen review daily.
5. Make It SOP
Add to onboarding. Export weekly for payroll. Make it part of the rhythm.
CompanyCam vs TaskTag: Side-by-Side Comparison for Time Tracking and Timesheets
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Feature |
CompanyCam |
TaskTag |
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Photo-based presence |
✅ Yes |
✅ Yes |
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Clock-in/out workflow |
❌ Not built-in |
✅ Yes |
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Project tagging |
✅ Yes (albums/titles) |
✅ Yes (task & tag level) |
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Location verification |
⚠️ Indirect (photo metadata) |
✅ Yes (matched to jobsite address) |
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Exportable timesheets |
❌ No |
✅ Yes |
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Built-in chat |
❌ No |
✅ Yes |
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Crew accountability tools |
⚠️ Limited |
✅ Full visibility for foremen |
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Adoption effort |
✅ Easy |
✅ Easy — no new app needed |
Note: Many teams use both tools. CompanyCam for documentation. TaskTag for decisions, workflows, and time tracking.
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Case Study: How TaskTag Turns Check-Ins Into Verified Crew Hours
Before (CompanyCam workaround):
- Juan takes a selfie at 7:06 AM
- Leaves a comment: “Starting drywall”
- Foreman texts him at 4PM: “What time did you leave?”
After (TaskTag Check-In):
- Juan taps “Check-In” at 7:06 AM → tags #Drywall_Unit_5A
- Taps again at 3:58 PM → TaskTag calculates 8.9 hrs
- Foreman sees the log, admin exports it Friday
✅ No guesswork
✅ No texts
✅ No manual entry
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Best Practices for Rolling Out Digital Time Tracking with TaskTag
- 📍 Add jobsite addresses to enable location verification
- ⏰ Set daily routines: “Check in when you arrive, check out before you leave”
- 🏷️ Tag every check-in to a project or task
- 👷 Have foremen verify check-ins by 9AM
- 📊 Export weekly reports for easy payroll
CompanyCam or TaskTag? Choosing the Best Tool for Construction Time Tracking
CompanyCam is a top-tier visual documentation tool.
It’s perfect for:
- Progress photos
- Field notes
- Project visibility
But when it comes to tracking hours, assigning check-ins to jobs, and exporting timesheets, TaskTag is purpose-built for the workflow.
They’re not competitors — they’re complementary.
If your team uses CompanyCam, you’ll love how TaskTag slides right into your process for tracking time — without adding friction.
👉 Want to roll out crew check-ins fast?
Start with the Clock-In Check-In Workflow in TaskTag — it’s live in 15 minutes and changes everything by Friday.
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