Welcome to the Dux-Pointage User Manual, designed to provide comprehensive guidance on
effectively utilizing the features and functionalities of the Dux-Pointage application (FOOD). This
manual serves as a valuable resource for administrators, managers, and users tasked with managing
employee attendance, meal schedules, and related data within their organizations. Whether you're
establishing the hierarchical structure of your company, configuring time clocks, managing employee
records, or generating statistical reports, this manual offers step-by-step instructions and insights to
streamline your workflow and maximize the efficiency of your operations. Through detailed
explanations, practical examples, and intuitive guidance, users can navigate the complexities of the
Dux-Pointage application with ease, ensuring seamless implementation and utilization of its features.
Whether you're a novice user or an experienced administrator, this manual is your go-to resource for
unlocking the full potential of the Dux-Pointage application and optimizing your organization's time
and attendance management processes.
1. Authentication Interface: Begin by accessing the authentication interface, where users are
required to input their login credentials (username and password). Additionally, users must
select the appropriate company they are associated with to gain access to their specific
account.
2. Main Menu Interface: Upon successful login, users are guided to the main menu of the Dux-
Pointage application (FOOD), where they encounter a range of essential components. These
components include Machine, Software Configuration, Hardware Configuration, Hierarchy,
Reports, and Statistics. Here, users can seamlessly navigate through various functionalities
such as managing employee data, configuring software and hardware settings, establishing
hierarchical structures, and accessing comprehensive reports and statistical analyses. The
main menu serves as a centralized platform for users to efficiently oversee and optimize time
and attendance management processes within their organization.
3. Establishing Company Hierarchy: Users can proceed to establish the hierarchical structure of
the company by creating subsidiaries, sites, and departments as required. This step is
essential for organizing and managing different branches and divisions within the
organization effectively.
4. Subsidiary Creation: Utilize the subsidiary creation interface to define and create
subdivisions within the company. This includes providing relevant details such as the name,
address, and contact information of each subsidiary, as well as assigning them to the parent
company.
5. Site Creation: Use the site creation interface to establish individual sites within the
subsidiaries. Users can input details specific to each site, such as location, facilities available,
and contact information. Sites can be assigned to the respective subsidiaries for
organizational purposes.
6. Department Creation: Proceed to create departments within each site using the department
creation interface. Users can define various departments based on the organizational
structure, such as HR, Finance, Operations, etc. Departments can be assigned to specific sites
for efficient management.
7. Setting Up Time Clocks: Once the organizational hierarchy is established, users can set up
time clocks at each site. This involves configuring the time clock settings, including assigning
labels for identification, specifying IP addresses, and defining communication ports for data
transfer.
8. Accessing Employee List: Users can access a comprehensive list of employees, sorted by
department, to effectively manage their information. This list provides essential details such
as employee names, ID numbers, positions, and departmental affiliations.
9. Managing Employee Records: Review and manage individual employee records within the
system. This includes updating employee information, assigning time clock codes, specifying
departmental assignments, and allocating time clocks to employees as needed.
10. Meal Parameter Configuration: Adjust meal parameters to meet the organization's specific
requirements. This includes setting the number of meals allocated per day for employees,
specifying the number of paid meals, and defining the prices for paid meals.
11. Fingerprint Configuration: Configure fingerprint settings remotely by accessing the
designated option within the interface. This allows users to set up fingerprint authentication
on time clocks, enhancing security and accuracy in employee attendance tracking.
12. Setting Up Employee Meal Schedules: Utilize the interface to set up meal schedules for
employees. Users can define meal times, specify meal options, and assign meal schedules to
individual employees or departments.
13. Exporting Meal Schedule Data: Export the configured meal schedules to Excel for further
processing and analysis. Users can generate reports, perform data analysis, and make
adjustments to meal schedules as needed using the exported data.
14. Importing Meal Schedule Data: Import the exported meal schedule file into the system by
clicking the 'open' button and following the provided instructions. This ensures seamless
integration of meal schedule data into the system for effective management.
15. Verifying Imported Data: Verify the imported meal schedule data to ensure accuracy and
consistency. Users can review the imported data to identify any discrepancies or errors
before proceeding with validation.
16. Validating Settings: Once the meal schedules are imported and verified, users can proceed to
validate the settings. This finalizes the setup process and ensures that the configured meal
schedules are ready for implementation.
17. Accessing Meal Reports: Users can access daily and monthly meal reports within the
statistical section of the application. These reports provide valuable insights into employee
meal consumption patterns, allowing for informed decision-making and resource planning.
18. Generating Statistical Reports: Utilize the statistical section to generate comprehensive
reports on employee meal consumption. Users can analyze trends, identify areas for
improvement, and make data-driven decisions to optimize meal scheduling and allocation
within the organization.
