Managing Overtime Requests in CRM LEAF

The Overtime Request Module in CRM LEAF allows employees to request extra working hours beyond their standard schedule. HR or managers can review, approve, reject, or keep requests pending. This module ensures transparency in tracking additional hours worked and supports accurate payroll adjustments when applicable.

Overtime Status Overview

Example
The dashboard displays the real-time status of overtime requests:

Status	Count
Requested	0
Approved	0
Rejected	0
Pending	0

Use these counters to monitor overtime workload and processing efficiency.

How to Submit an Overtime Request

To manually request overtime:
Go to HRMS > Overtime > Add Request.
Fill out the following fields:
Employee: Select the employee requesting overtime.
Date: Choose the date the overtime occurred.
Hours / Minutes: Enter the overtime duration (e.g., 2 hrs 30 mins).
Reason: Briefly explain the reason for working overtime.
Click Submit to send the request for approval.

Overtime Requests Table View

Employee	Date	Hours	Minutes	Reason	Status	Action
John Williams	19-05-2025	2	30	Client Deadline	Approved	View/Edit
Amie Green	18-05-2025	1	45	Server Outage	Pending	View/Edit

Use this view to:
Monitor all submitted requests.
Review time, reason, and approval status.
Take action to approve, reject, or edit requests.

Overtime Hours Summary

The Overtime Hours Summary provides a quick snapshot of total extra hours logged per employee or department, useful for:
Performance tracking
Payroll impact assessments
Workforce planning

Quick Actions – Overtime Request Module

Action	How To
Submit Overtime Request	Go to Add Request, fill out the form, and click Submit.
View Requests	Access the request table to monitor all overtime submissions.
Approve/Reject Request	Use the Action column to update the request status.
Check Summary	Use the summary view to see cumulative overtime by employee.

FAQ – Overtime Request

Q: Who can submit an overtime request?
A: Employees with access to the module or their managers can submit requests.
Q: Can I edit a submitted request?
A: Yes, until it’s approved or rejected, you can modify the request using the Edit option.
Q: What happens after approval?
A: Approved overtime may be reflected in payroll or added to time reports, depending on system configuration.
Q: Can managers reject or keep requests pending?
A: Yes, managers can update the status as Approved, Rejected, or leave it Pending.