ACT365

ACT365 is a cloud-based software platform that provides time management, project accounting, and billing capabilities. It is designed for small to mid-sized professional services firms, contractors, and internal departments that need to track labor costs, allocate time to projects, and generate client invoices. The platform emphasizes real-time data visibility and integration with common accounting and ERP ecosystems.

Key features include time and attendance capture with both manual entry and mobile clock-in, project and task tracking, resource allocation, expense capture, and automated invoicing. It supports client rate cards, project budgeting, and profit center reporting. The system offers dashboards and configurable reports, supports multi-currency operation, tax settings, and approval workflows with audit trails.

ACT365 is delivered as a cloud service accessible from web browsers and mobile devices. It provides APIs and pre-built connectors for popular accounting, ERP, CRM, and payroll systems, enabling data exchange and automation. Security features include role-based access control, encryption for data in transit and at rest, and regular security assessments. Vendors typically offer implementation support and ongoing customer service.

Since its introduction, ACT365 has been adopted by a range of practitioners and firms seeking tighter alignment between timekeeping and billing. It competes with other time-tracking and project accounting tools, with user feedback noting strong integration options and reporting flexibility, alongside typical challenges related to setup complexity for larger project portfolios.