Performance reviews made easy

DeskTime helps managers track productivity, measure results, and provide meaningful feedback all in one place, for in-office and remote teams alike.

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Defeat the hidden struggles of performance reviews

Performance evaluations are essential, but they come with common hurdles that make the process stressful and ineffective.

Regain the time lost to preparation

Tracking performance data and project progress can drain your weeks. With DeskTime, you can automate data collection, allowing you to focus on meaningful conversations instead of manual prep.

Eliminate subjectivity and bias

When evaluations rely on impressions rather than clear metrics, employees can feel unfairly judged or overlooked. DeskTime provides objective insights and transparent data, helping you make fair, unbiased evaluations every time.

Turn feedback into real guidance

Unclear or non-actionable feedback leaves employees unmotivated and unsure how to improve. DeskTime allows you to give precise, actionable feedback that recognizes effort and drives growth.

Reach your goals with DeskTime

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6 ways to make performance reviews easier with DeskTime

Performance evaluations don’t have to be stressful. Here are six strategies that help you run reviews more efficiently and fairly.

Automated data collection

DeskTime automatically tracks what’s done and how long it takes, so managers can spend less time compiling reports and more time evaluating results meaningfully.

Clear, measurable goals

Set objectives based on tracked metrics like hours, tasks, and productivity trends, giving employees clarity on what success looks like.

Consistent performance dashboards

Use consistent dashboards across your team to compare results quickly, eliminate guesswork, and make evaluations more objective.

Regular activity insights

Access regular, data-backed activity insights to identify potential issues early on and provide timely guidance instead of waiting for annual reviews.

Peer and team metrics

Include peer and team-level metrics to highlight collaboration, balance performance, and give a fair view of each employee’s contributions.

Transparent productivity reports

Show employees their tracked results and clearly connect them to review outcomes, boosting trust and reducing perceptions of bias.

What you can do with DeskTime

Turn time tracking data into insights that make performance evaluations fair, fast, and fact-based. Here’s how DeskTime helps you lead with clarity and confidence.

Get real-time visibility into performance

See what your team is working on, when, and for how long, no manual updates needed. Real data replaces assumptions in every review.

Measure productivity with context

DeskTime tracks active time automatically and lets you log offline activities like meetings or calls, giving a complete picture of employee contributions beyond just screen time.

Compare performance fairly

Use uniform metrics across teams and roles to identify top performers, uncover blockers, and remove bias from evaluation decisions.

Back feedback with data

Base every review on concrete numbers and activity reports. Give employees clear, evidence-based feedback that drives improvement, not confusion.

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“There's no gray area with DeskTime. It helps our employees immensely when it comes to analyzing their workflow and identifying areas for improvement.”

George Arkin, Owner of Nexus Auto Transport

Why choose DeskTime?

The most automatic and customizable time tracker on the market, built to power modern, hybrid teams with speed and simplicity.

Automatic by design

DeskTime runs the moment your computer starts and stops when you shut it down. No manual actions required; tracking stays invisible, accurate, and effortless.

Customizable to your needs

From app and URL tracking to shift scheduling and productivity rules, DeskTime adapts to the way your team works, not the other way around.

Set up in minutes

Get started faster than with any other tracker. Install, invite your team, and watch productivity insights roll in. No complicated onboarding, just instant results.

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