Timesheet for R&D
Track Scientific Effort. Understand Manpower Cost.
Beyond Timesheets: Elevating R&D Insight Through Smart Resource Tracking
In Pharma and Chemical R&D, time is not just money—it’s insight. But without structured effort tracking, organizations struggle to measure project-wise resource utilization, justify development costs, or optimize lab team bandwidth. Manual timesheets or fragmented tools fail to capture the true value of scientific work across functions.
PMSoft’s Timesheet for R&D
Brings precision and accountability into how time is invested in innovation. This module is designed specifically for R&D functions in Pharma and Chemical industries, helping organizations capture, analyse, and optimize how their scientific teams spend time across development initiatives.
Key Features Include:
Project-wise Time Logging
- Associate scientist effort with specific molecules, formulations, or tasks
- Capture billable vs non-billable hours (for CDMO/CRAMS)
Function & Phase Classification
- Track effort by department: Formulation, Analytical, Process R&D, RA
- Map time to NPD phases (pre-formulation, scale-up, validation, etc.)
Approval Workflows
- Weekly/monthly submission cycles with reviewer approval
- Alerts for non-compliance or missed entries
Integrations & Flexibility
- Compatible with PMSoft’s NPD, Cost Tracking, and CDMO modules
- Customizable effort categories and export-ready reports
Convert time into measurable R&D value—without chasing timesheets.
Contact us at : info@pmsoft.com
We’ve implemented Timesheet systems for Pharma R&D environments where scientific time translates directly into IP development and regulatory timelines.
Our approach balances discipline with ease of use, ensuring scientists comply without feeling monitored—and leadership gains real-time visibility into resource use and value creation.
Who Benefits
- R&D Heads & Lab Managers: Visibility into team allocation and bottlenecks
- Project Managers: Accurate effort data for tracking, billing, and costing
- Finance & FP&A Teams: Reliable manpower costing across product pipelines
- QA/Compliance: Audit-friendly documentation of scientific activity
FAQs
Questions Asked For Timesheet for R&D
Do you still have any questions, let us know. We would be happy to assist.
R&D activities consume significant manpower and time, yet many organizations lack visibility into where time is actually spent. This module enables detailed, project-linked effort tracking—allowing for cost attribution, resource optimization, and improved planning across NPD and tech transfer stages.
Not at all. The system is designed to be lightweight and scientist-friendly, with minimal data entry, intuitive project selection, and bulk submission features. It balances compliance with ease, ensuring adoption without disrupting workflows.
Yes. Time logged in the R&D module can be directly mapped to project cost analysis or client billing, especially in CRAMS/CDMO setups. It helps in calculating manpower cost per project, per product, or per client, improving profitability insights.
