Employee Scheduling Software for Small Businesses
Build conflict-free schedules in minutes, not hours. Drag-and-drop planning, shift templates, and automatic notifications keep your team organized and on time.
See How It Works
Visual, intuitive scheduling that makes managing your team effortless
| Employee | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J John Smith | 9-5 | 9-5 | Off | 1-9 | 1-9 |
S Sarah Johnson | 1-9 | 4-12 | 4-12 | Off | 9-5 |
M Mike Davis | Night | Night | Off | Night | 9-5 |
E Emily Chen | 9-5 | Off | 9-5 | 9-5 | Off |
Everything You Need to Schedule Smarter
Drag & Drop Scheduling
Create schedules quickly by dragging employees into shifts. No complicated forms or multiple clicks required.
Conflict Detection
Real-time alerts warn you about overlapping shifts, time-off requests, and scheduling violations before you publish.
Schedule Templates
Save time with reusable schedule templates. Copy last week's schedule or use custom templates for recurring patterns.
One-Click Publishing
Publish schedules instantly. Employees receive automatic notifications via email, SMS, or mobile app.
Shift Swap Requests
Employees can request to trade shifts with coworkers. Managers approve or deny with one click.
Export & Reports
Download schedules as PDF or Excel. Generate labor cost reports and coverage analysis.
Smart Conflict Detection
Never worry about scheduling mistakes again. Our intelligent system catches conflicts before they become problems.
- Real-time validation of overlapping shifts
- Automatic detection of time-off conflicts
The Impact of Better Scheduling
Support for Every Schedule Type
Whether you run rotating shifts, fixed schedules, or split shifts, we've got you covered
Rotating Schedules
Perfect for 24/7 operations where employees rotate through morning, afternoon, and night shifts.
- Automatic rotation patterns
- Fair distribution of shifts
- Configurable rotation cycles
Fixed Schedules
Ideal for businesses with consistent shift patterns where employees work the same hours each week.
- Repeating schedule templates
- Easy week-to-week copying
- Consistent employee assignments
Split & Flexible Shifts
Support for non-traditional shift patterns including split shifts and flexible scheduling.
- Multiple shifts per day
- Part-time scheduling
- On-call shift management
Schedule On The Go
Manage your team from anywhere with our mobile apps. Make changes, approve requests, and stay connected.
- View and edit schedules on iOS & Android
- Approve shift swaps instantly
- Push notifications for schedule changes
- Offline access to schedules
Frequently Asked Questions
What is employee scheduling software?
Employee scheduling software is a digital tool that helps managers create, publish, and manage work schedules for their team. It replaces spreadsheets and paper rosters with an automated system that reduces errors, saves time, and keeps employees informed of their shifts.
How do I create a shift schedule for employees?
With Shifts Work, you can create a shift schedule by adding your employees, setting their roles and availability, then using the drag-and-drop calendar to assign shifts. Once the schedule is ready, publish it with one click to notify your entire team instantly.
Can employees view their schedules on their phones?
Yes. Employees can view their upcoming shifts, request time off, and swap shifts directly from the Shifts Work mobile app on iOS or Android. They also receive push notifications whenever the schedule changes.
Does Shifts Work support rotating shifts?
Yes. Shifts Work supports rotating schedules, fixed schedules, split shifts, and part-time patterns. You can set up automatic rotation cycles so shifts are distributed fairly across your team each week.
Can I export employee schedules?
Yes. You can export schedules as PDF or Excel files for printing or sharing. Labor cost reports and coverage summaries can also be downloaded for payroll and management review.