Can Zoho People run kiosk-mode attendance for shop-floor staff?

Yes. Zoho People has a Kiosk app that turns a shared tablet or phone into a check-in point. Staff clock in and out on the shared device, with options such as facial recognition, so they do not need their own login or phone. It suits factories, warehouses and retail floors. Set it up in Zoho People's attendance settings and install the Kiosk app on the device.

The Kiosk app runs on a shared device placed at the entrance or on the shop floor. An admin signs in to set it up, then employees use it to check in and out. Facial recognition helps stop one employee clocking in for another. Employee photos for recognition are managed in Zoho People.

Before rolling out, decide on the location and how the device will be secured and charged. Check that the internet connection is reliable, and confirm how the app handles brief outages. Set shift rules, grace periods and overtime policies in Zoho People so check-ins turn into correct attendance records.

Facial data is personal data. Tell employees how it is used and stored, and follow local rules, such as GDPR in the UK and EU or the data protection law in India. Offer an alternative where required. Get written consent where the law asks for it, and limit who can view or export facial data in Zoho People.

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