Contextual Logging

Not all hours are equal. Time Assign uses contextual logging to adapt to your current working conditions, ensuring that everything from standard remote development to intensive on-site commissioning is captured correctly.

The Difference: Remote vs. On-Site

Control engineering spans a wide spectrum of environments. Time Assign differentiates between remote/office time and on-site commissioning time to streamline your logging process and trigger appropriate financial calculations.

Remote and Office Time

Tasks like Drafting HMI Screens, Developing PLC Logic, or AutoCAD Electrical Routing are typically done remotely or in the office.

When you log time against these line items:

• The system defaults to standard billing rates.
• You bypass travel and per-diem prompts, saving you clicks.
• Notes should focus on software commits, simulation results, or specific screen numbers designed.

Physical On-Site Commissioning

Tasks like Double-Checking I/O, Drive Tuning, or Site Walkdowns require a physical presence. This is where Time Assign's contextual logging truly kicks in.

When logging time for on-site work, expect the following:

Prompts for Travel Expenses

Going to a site usually involves a commute. If you log physical site time, the system may prompt you:

• Did you travel today?
• What was your mileage?
• Do you need to claim tolls or per diem?

Premium Rates and Shift Modifiers

Facilities operate 24/7. If you are doing a cutover at 2:00 AM on a Sunday, you aren't billing your standard rate. On-site commissioning line items will surface options for:

• Overtime (1.5x) or Double-time (2x) depending on union or client contracts.
• Shift differentials (e.g., night shift bumps).
• Hazard pay for specific industrial environments.

By paying attention to the context of your work, Time Assign ensures you are compensated correctly and the client is invoiced accurately for real-world conditions.