Dynamics Go: the Business Central module for attendance control

Complying with labor regulations on time tracking is an obligation for all companies, but also an opportunity to improve human resources management. Dynamics Go is a Business Central module designed precisely for that purpose: to automate attendance control and facilitate compliance with Royal Decree‑law 8/2019, which requires the daily recording of working hours.

In this article, we explain in detail what Dynamics Go is, how it works within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, and why it has become an essential solution for organizations seeking precise and transparent management of working hours.

What is Dynamics Go and what is it used for?

Dynamics Go is a fully integrated attendance control module within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, allowing companies to record employee clock‑ins and clock‑outs, monitor working schedules, and generate automated reports with full traceability.

Its purpose is to simplify and automate processes related to workplace attendance, eliminating manual tasks and human errors.

Main features of the Dynamics Go module

• Automatic recording of employee clock‑ins and clock‑outs.
• Calculation of attendance differences (positive or negative).
• Comparison with scheduled working hours and authorized absences.
• Integration with external terminals.
• Immediate access to attendance and scheduling information.
• Automatic reports compatible with Royal Decree‑law 8/2019.

How attendance control works in Dynamics 365 Business Central

The time‑tracking system is based on the calendars and schedules defined for each employee in Business Central.

This makes it possible to configure work shifts, vacation periods, and working days in detail, generating an annual attendance calendar that serves as a reference for time‑tracking.

Time‑clock log and incident management

Dynamics Go includes a time‑clock log that allows you to:

• Review the recorded entries.
• Add or correct entries manually (authorized users only).
• Adjust working hours in case of incidents or justified absences.

The permission system ensures that only designated supervisors can modify the records, maintaining data security and reliability.

Available Dynamics Go Modes

Dynamics Go adapts to different business needs, offering several modes depending on the environment and type of use:

Dynamics Go (extension for Business Central SaaS)

This is the main version, fully integrated with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. It allows you to record time‑clock entries, manage absences, calculate time differences, and generate automatic reports directly from the ERP.

Ideal for companies looking to centralize personnel management in a single workspace.

Dynamics Power Go (complementary mobile application)

It complements the main extension with a mobile app that allows you to:

• Clock in from any device.
• Synchronize data with Business Central in real time.
• Enable the device’s optional geolocation to verify the location of the time‑clock entry.

It is an especially useful tool for employees who work on the move or remotely, ensuring accurate time tracking outside the office.

Integration with external systems and data analysis

Dynamics Go makes it easy to import external time‑clock entries, allowing you to connect terminals or attendance‑control devices through text files or web services.

In this way, all information is consolidated within Business Central, without the need for parallel solutions.

The module also includes basic data analysis tools that allow you to:

• Monitor attendance and timeliness.
• Detect time deviations.
• Generate custom reports by department or employee.

Legal compliance and data security

One of the greatest benefits of Dynamics Go is that it helps ensure compliance with Royal Decree‑law 8/2019, which requires companies to record the start and end times of the working day.

The generated reports can be exported and are retained for the legally required period, ensuring full traceability in the event of inspections.

In addition, the solution implements security and access‑control systems to protect personal data and comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Advantages of Using Dynamics Go for Attendance Control

Dynamics Go offers a practical and scalable solution to improve employee time and attendance management. Its main advantages include:

• Full automation of time tracking.
• Full integration with Business Central and its database.
• Automatic reports ready for audit or inspection.
• Access from any device, including smartphones and tablets.
• Reduction of manual tasks and administrative errors.
• Guaranteed regulatory compliance.

The natural evolution of corporate time‑tracking

Time‑tracking with Dynamics Go not only ensures regulatory compliance but also transforms the way companies manage their time and workforce.

Thanks to its integration with Business Central, this extension becomes an essential tool for optimizing resources, automating processes, and ensuring transparency in the workplace.