Cost Codes are generic classifications consisting of a name and an ID, as created by an administrator of a company and used when tracking time in the Link mobile app. Some examples of Cost Codes could be Cleaning, Building Maintenance, General Labor, and Concrete Work. Once the code exists in the system, the Time Cards user can select a Cost Code under the Work Code field when clocking in for the day. The company administrator will then have a clearer picture of the time spent viewing their employee's time entries in T3's Time Cards web app.

This includes the ability to allocate work to a shop or location without tying it to a specific asset, using Cost Codes for location-based work allocation. For example, you can create a Cost Code specifically for shop or yard work, allowing workers to clock their time against this code to track activities performed at a location. Cost Codes are optional and not required for every jobsite. They can be used where they add value for tracking and reporting purposes, such as associating labor entries with specific jobs or tasks in tools like T3 TimeCards.

Additionally, Cost Codes are typically tied to jobs or tasks rather than individual assets like trucks or equipment. This approach allows for more streamlined tracking and reporting. If needed, Cost Codes can also be used for asset-level tracking by encoding specific asset information into the codes, though this is less common and should align with reporting needs. Use Cost Codes when detailed tracking and reporting for jobs or tasks are required, or when workflows involve tools or features that necessitate them, such as time-tracking systems.

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