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SkypeTime

by Hardpoint · Since 2009
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Quick facts
VendorHardpoint
Year launched2009
StatusActive
LocationCyprus
Countries servedGlobal
Languages25
Integrations3+
Free tierN/A
Free trialN/A
Contact salesYES

About SkypeTime

SkypeTime is a communication software from Hardpoint that focuses on facilitating online meetings. It provides features such as video conferencing, chat messaging, and screen sharing so users can collaborate effectively in real-time. SkypeTime supports high-quality audio and video capabilities, making it suitable for both personal and professional use. It is compatible with various devices, including desktops and mobile platforms, allowing users to connect from anywhere. Additionally, SkypeTime includes options for recording sessions, which can be useful for future reference or sharing with those unable to attend. Key capabilities: video conferencing chat messaging screen sharing multi-device compatibility session recording Best for: businesses and teams that need reliable tools for virtual communication and collaboration.

SkypeTime is a specialized workforce and security monitoring solution built for organizations deeply invested in Microsoft’s enterprise ecosystem, offering a unique, non-intrusive approach by analyzing existing server log files rather than installing client-side monitoring software. Its core strength lies in leveraging data from Skype for Business, Exchange, SharePoint, and Remote Desktop Gateway logs to provide comprehensive insights into employee attendance, schedule adherence, communication patterns, and external network connections. This architecture makes SkypeTime difficult to tamper with, ensuring reliable and compliance-ready data while also minimizing employee resistance, since no software runs directly on their devices. HR managers benefit from detailed attendance and labor discipline reports that automatically flag lateness, absences, overtime, and schedule violations, while IT and security teams gain visibility into unauthorized or suspicious remote access attempts, bolstering corporate security. Communication tracking through Skype for Business provides granular data on calls, conferences, and presence status, combining workforce analytics with collaboration oversight in one platform. Performance is highly reliable, as the system simply parses log data, making it scalable for large enterprises without overloading servers or workstations.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Tracks time spent on calls, chats, and other activities
  • Effective for managing remote teams across continents
  • Generates useful statistics and reports for employee tracking
  • Allows virtual management even while on leave
  • Compatible with multiple devices and operating systems
  • Easy access via mobile and tablet
  • Professional video conferencing with controlled access
Cons
  • May raise privacy concerns for some users
  • Requires stable, high-speed internet for optimal performance
  • Screen sharing is less effective compared to competitors
  • Calls may fail, leading to reliance on costly manual calls
  • Some features require paid access
  • Limited access and technical issues reported
  • Difficulties in muting or switching users during meetings

Features

Key features

Cloud Activity Control

Allows for the control of user activity across cloud services.

Skype for Business Presence Tracking

Collects and processes data on changes to a user's presence status in Skype for Business.

Corporate Resource Connection Monitoring

Tracks and records connections by users to internal corporate resources like Exchange, SharePoint, and RDG.

Labor Discipline Violation Identification

Automatically compares employee attendance and work activity with their scheduled work hours to identify infractions like lateness or early departure.

Corporate Network Security Violation Identification

Analyzes external connection data to flag potential violations of corporate network security policies.

Detailed Employee Attendance Reporting

Generates a comprehensive report detailing an employee's work schedule, including working day start/end, breaks, leaves, and remote work.

Additional features

Cloud Activity Control

Allows for the control of user activity across cloud services.

Skype for Business Presence Data Collection

Gathers information on user presence status changes directly from Skype for Business server log files.

Internal Corporate Resource Connection Data Collection

Collects information on user connections to internal resources (Exchange, SharePoint, RDG) from IIS, ARR server log files, and the RDG event log.

Workplace Presence Reporting

Builds reports detailing the user's presence at the physical workplace.

External Connection Reporting

Builds reports on user connections made from outside the corporate network.

Employee Attendance Schedule Reporting

Generates a detailed schedule of the employee's attendance, including the start and end of the working day.

Labor Discipline Violation Reporting

Identifies and reports violations of labor discipline, such as lateness or early departure.

Corporate Network Security Violation Reporting

Identifies and reports on potential violations of corporate network security policies based on connection data.

Duration and Number of Calls Reporting

Tracks and reports on the length and count of calls, audio conferences, and video conferences performed by the user.

Remote Connection Type Reporting

Reports on different types of external connections, including Virtual Private Network (VPN), Remote Desktop connections via RDG, and requests to internal resources like Mail and SharePoint.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
25
Interface languages
15
Billing currencies

Interface languages

ArabicChinese (Simplified)Chinese (Traditional)CzechDanishDutchEnglishFinnishFrenchGermanGreekHungarianIndonesianItalianJapaneseKoreanNorwegianPolishPortugueseRomanianRussianSlovakSpanishSwedishTurkish

Billing currencies

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