ArborNote now offers powerful time tracking built specifically for tree care and landscaping field operations. Crew leaders clock in at the yard with a single tap to start the day and clock out when the work is complete, with GPS coordinates recorded each time.

The system works on two levels: a main clock-in records who’s present on site, while a separate work-order clock-in tracks time spent on individual jobs. This gives managers real-time visibility into who’s working, on what, and for how long—and lets you compare actual completion times against estimated scope to benchmark crew performance. Clocking in and out happens in the ArborNote Works mobile app, and crew leaders can clock in any crew member directly, so individual members don’t need their own login or device.

Built-in meal and rest break tracking helps protect both your crews and your business. When completing the end-of-day clock-out, a questionnaire prompts crew leaders to record breaks taken, with preset or custom reasons that you define in Time Tracking Settings. This creates a defensible daily record that crews were given the opportunity to take appropriate breaks—supporting your internal policies and compliance efforts while keeping the workflow simple in the field.

For managers, the desktop product brings everything together across three dedicated tabs. You can correct clock-in times, clock-out times, and break status even after a work order is closed—no reopening required. The Work Order tab shows exactly how much time each crew member spent per job for billing and performance review, and Clock Summary reports aggregate hours by crew member across any date range, with one-click Excel export ready for payroll. Deleted entries are fully archived for auditing, giving you stronger oversight without adding friction for your crews.