Skillweb launches proof of attendance application for security guard services

Skillweb has launched a proof of attendance tool to enable security guard services organisations to keep track of employees in the field. SmartTask Security is a simple to use mobile application that is designed to enhance the workflow management of manned and mobile security solutions by ensuring scheduled visits and patrols are being made and critical work is being undertaken.

SmartTask Security uses the latest Near Field Communication (NFC) technology installed on an increasing range of mobile phones. In addition the use of QR Codes® can also be used. Security personnel simply log in to the system and swipe the phone over a unique ID tag or QR Code® label located at a point or points of a customer's premises to record arrival and departure times.

For example, for event security it will be possible to quickly and effectively monitor a team to better understand when an operative has checked-in at each location of a site or venue. This will enable them to ensure service level agreements are being met and provide peace of mind to the customer that high levels of security are being met.

The captured information can be viewed in real-time by a manager or administrator in-office via PC or on location via a net-enabled tablet device. Data can be simply exported into Excel or an existing back-office system. This provides useful data to monitor performance that can also be shared with customers.

Paul Ridden, Managing Director of Skillweb, commented: "SmartTask Security delivers a simple and 100 per cent accurate means of monitoring proof of attendance by remote security operatives. Customer satisfaction and peace of mind is critical within the security guard sector, so this innovative approach offers an effective way of immediately monitoring and verifying completed visits, rounds and patrols to ensure high levels of safety, protection and service delivery."