How to roll out an attendance point system (step by step)

A point system only works if it's clear and applied the same way everywhere. Here's a simple rollout that avoids the common pitfalls.

1. Define your infractions

List every attendance occurrence you track and what each is called. Keep the list short and unambiguous.

2. Set point values

Weight each occurrence by how disruptive it is. A tardy is a fraction of a point; a no-call/no-show is the most.

3. Set thresholds

Map point totals to warning levels — verbal, written, final, termination review — so escalation is automatic and consistent.

4. Decide how points expire

Choose rolling expiration or a scheduled reset so old occurrences don't follow employees forever.

5. Communicate and train

• ✓ Share the policy in writing before it starts.
• ✓ Train every manager to log occurrences the same way.
• ✓ Give employees a way to see their own balance.

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