Timesheet Management

Efficient. Scalable. User-Friendly.

Key Features

Standard User Experience
  • Create and submit weekly timesheets using predefined activities and cost codes.
  • Save drafts throughout the week and finalize when ready.
  • Automated submission notifications to assigned managers via Power Automate.
  • Real-time email updates upon manager approval or rejection.
Manager Role Capabilities
  • Access and review direct reports’ submitted timesheets.
  • Approve or reject submissions with built-in comments.
  • Receive email reminders for pending approvals.
Admin Capabilities
  • Full access to all timesheet records.
  • Manage user roles, access levels, and employee profiles.
  • Maintain activity and cost code master lists.
  • Configure public holidays, dropdown values, and reminder schedules.
  • Send manual notifications to employees and managers.
  • Create and approve timesheets on behalf of others.
  • Export timesheet data to Excel for external reporting or audit needs.
  • View centralized Power BI reports for high-level insights.
  • Review a full history of notification logs.
  • Configure application-wide settings including:
    • App name
    • Maximum allowed hours/day and week
    • Admin email
    • App logo
Workflow Automation

Leveraging Power Automate, the system sends timely notifications and reminders:

  • When a timesheet is submitted
  • When a manager needs to take action
  • Upon approval or rejection
  • Weekly reminders for pending submissions and approvals
Reporting & Analytics

All timesheet data is aggregated into Power BI dashboards to help leadership track time allocation, identify bottlenecks, and optimize resource planning.

Technology Stack
  • Power Apps: Front-end user interface
  • SharePoint Lists: Backend data storage
  • Power Automate: Automated workflows and notifications
  • Power BI: Visual reporting and analytics
Conclusion

This Timesheet Management App exemplifies how low-code/no-code tools in Microsoft Power Platform can deliver enterprise-level automation, governance, and efficiency. Whether you’re an employee, a team lead, or an admin, the system is designed to simplify workflows and improve time tracking accuracy.

Interested in seeing a live demo or learning how this can be tailored for your organization? [Contact me here].