TimeTally's built-in rewards system incentivises employees to submit timesheets on time — every time. Earn points for on-time submissions and redeem them for extra holiday, gift cards, or custom rewards. Part of our free timesheet software for UK businesses.
The rewards system runs automatically in the background — no admin overhead, just better on-time rates
Choose the day and time timesheets are due each week. Employees see a live countdown to their deadline in the app.
Every on-time submission earns a reward point. Progress is tracked automatically and shown in the employee dashboard.
Points convert into extra holiday days automatically, or choose a custom reward — gift cards, bonuses, early finishes, and more.
Positive reinforcement outperforms reminders and penalties. When employees know on-time submissions earn real rewards, they become self-motivated. If late timesheets are a persistent problem, see our guide to stopping late timesheet submissions.
Employees earn 1 point for every timesheet submitted before the deadline — tracked automatically with no admin work
Points convert to extra holiday days automatically, or define your own custom reward — gift cards, bonuses, early finishes, whatever motivates your team
Set the day and time timesheets are due each week — employees see their progress and points balance in real time
Late timesheets don't just cause frustration — they delay payroll, create compliance risk, and waste hours of admin time every week.
Dashboard widgets show submission status across your entire team instantly. No more spreadsheets or chasing emails. Managers see who has submitted on time, who's late, and who has earned rewards — all from the same screen they use for timesheet approvals.
Instantly see which employees have submitted and who still needs to — colour-coded for quick scanning
See each employee's accumulated points and progress toward the next reward threshold
Track how submission rates improve week over week since enabling rewards — measure the impact
The employer calendar view shows timesheet submission history alongside leave and attendance — giving managers the full picture. Spot patterns, identify repeat offenders, and celebrate consistent performers. Pairs directly with timesheet approvals and payroll exports.
See submission status and reward points for every employee across every period at a glance
Send deadline reminders to employees who haven't submitted — without lifting a finger
Once approved, timesheets export straight to Xero, QuickBooks, or CSV — no re-keying
The rewards system is built into TimeTally — no add-ons, no extra cost, no third-party integrations needed
Employees earn 1 point per on-time submission. Configure the threshold and reward automatically.
Points automatically convert into bonus holiday days — the most motivating reward for most UK employees.
Define your own rewards — gift cards, cash bonuses, early finishes, or anything else that fits your culture.
Set the exact day and time timesheets are due. Employees see a live countdown in their app dashboard.
Employees track their points and submission streak from their phone — visibility drives motivation.
Track on-time rates over time and see exactly how rewards affect compliance across your team.
One price. Every feature — including rewards. No surprises.
Guides to help you reduce late timesheets, improve compliance, and get payroll right — every time
Practical strategies — including rewards, reminders, and policies — to eliminate late submissions for good
Read guideOne-click bulk approvals, mobile access, and a full audit trail — once submissions arrive on time
Learn moreExport approved timesheets seamlessly to Xero, QuickBooks, and other UK payroll systems
View integrationsYou set a weekly deadline for timesheet submissions. Every employee who submits before that deadline earns 1 reward point. Points accumulate automatically — no admin work needed. Once an employee reaches the threshold you configure (e.g. 10 points), they receive their reward: an extra holiday day, a custom gift, or whatever you choose.
The default reward is extra holiday days — 10 points converts to 1 bonus day off. But you can configure any reward you like: gift cards, cash bonuses, early finishes, a lunch out, or anything else that fits your culture. The system records the reward but the delivery is up to you.
Yes. Every employee can see their current points balance and submission streak in their app dashboard and on the web. The transparency is part of what makes it motivating — employees can see exactly how close they are to their next reward.
Late submissions simply don't earn a point for that period. The employee can see their points balance and understand why it didn't increase. There's no penalty — the system is purely positive reinforcement. Late timesheets can still be submitted and approved normally.
Yes. TimeTally sends automatic reminders to employees who haven't submitted before the deadline. The combination of reminders (nudge) and rewards (incentive) is the most effective approach — reminders catch forgetful staff, rewards motivate everyone else.
No. Timesheet rewards are included in the standard £2/employee/month pricing — along with mobile clock-in, timesheet approvals, leave management, payroll exports, and everything else. No add-ons, no hidden fees.
Teams with rewards enabled typically see on-time submission rates of 95% or higher, compared to 60-70% with reminders alone. The improvement is most noticeable in the first two periods after enabling rewards, as employees realise the system is real and the points are actually redeemable.
The rewards system applies uniformly across your team — all employees on the same points-to-reward conversion. This keeps it simple and transparent. Custom per-employee rules aren't currently supported, but the deadline is the same for everyone too.
