Payroll is the largest expense for any security company. When payroll is inaccurate, profits disappear. When it's based on unverified attendance, fraud becomes inevitable.
Attendance-linked payroll software built specifically for security companies ensures every rupee is accounted for.
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Payroll is one component of a complete Security Guard Management System.
Read: Complete Security Guard Management GuideUnique Payroll Challenges in Security Companies
Variable Shift Rates
Different clients pay different rates. Day and night shifts vary.
Complex Overtime
Overtime rules differ by client, location, and contract type.
Revenue Leakage
Unbilled hours and underbilled overtime hurt profits.
Fraud Risk
Fake attendance leads to paying non-existent workers.
What Is Attendance-Linked Payroll?
Attendance-linked payroll means salary calculation is directly connected to verified attendance data. When a guard checks in via GPS, that data automatically flows into payroll.
- No manual data entry required
- Overtime calculated automatically
- Errors and disputes minimized
- Accurate client billing enabled
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GPS attendance is the foundation of attendance-linked payroll.
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Revenue leakage happens when money that should be profit disappears due to:
Even 5% revenue leakage can eliminate an entire month's profit for a security company.
Common Types of Payroll Fraud
Ghost Employees
Paying workers who don't exist or no longer work.
Buddy Punching
One guard checking in for another.
Overtime Manipulation
Inflating overtime hours.
Rate Misapplication
Applying higher rates than contracted.
How Payroll Software Prevents Fraud
Verified Attendance
Only GPS-verified attendance counts toward payroll.
Automatic Calculations
No manual data entry means no manipulation.
Audit Trails
Every change is logged and traceable.
Billing Sync
Client billing matches payroll automatically.
Key Features to Look For
GPS Attendance Integration
Direct sync with attendance data.
Multi-Rate Support
Different rates for different sites and shifts.
Automated Overtime
Calculate overtime based on custom rules.
Client Billing Sync
Generate accurate client invoices.
Compliance Reports
Tax and statutory compliance built-in.
Manual vs Automated Payroll
| Aspect | Manual | Automated |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | Error-prone | Near 100% |
| Fraud Risk | High | Minimal |
| Processing Time | Days | Minutes |
| Disputes | Frequent | Rare |
| Audit Trail | None | Complete |
Why StrataMax Payroll
Built for Security Company Finances
Final Thoughts
Every rupee lost to payroll fraud or revenue leakage is a rupee that could have been profit. Attendance-linked payroll software isn't just a convenience—it's a necessity for profitable security operations.
Stop the leakage. Get visibility. Protect your profits.