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A few years ago (though it seems far longer), spreadsheets seemed like the ultimate solution. Last minute no-shows are still infuriating and spreadsheets offer little support. Clearly, spreadsheets are– at best– a partial solution. Okay, maybe you have tried the spreadsheet and decided to go back to the pen and paper planner. Maybe you never moved on from the “classic” method. If either of these statements describes your scheduling mode of operations then say hello to employee scheduling software. It is a far simpler way for employee shift scheduling and it saves you money, effort and time. Now you will be able to focus your attention on profits and boost that all important bottom line. Employee scheduling software enables you to plan schedules with ease with simple interfaces that let you schedule any number of employees. These staff can be distinguished by everything from skills to seniority to labor costs, this makes previously frustrating tasks far easier, such as filling shifts and ensuring adequate staff coverage. Therefore, last minute drop outs are far more manageable, as is ensuring a balanced staff level that avoids either under- or over-staffing. Such simplicity save you time. Data is well tracked and easily accessible, which means that you can better assess your expenditure and understand where costs can be saved. Employees can have their shift easily communicated to them, with shift schedules available through smartphones, tablets and computer browsers. Shift management programs give you the power to set tasks per shifts, meaning that employees will know just what is expected of them during work. Staff can also communicate their requests, such as time off or bids for open shifts in a fixed or rotating schedule. Many software publishers offer free trials or free-mium versions of their software that you can download and try on your computers.

A few years ago (though it seems far longer), spreadsheets seemed like the ultimate solution. Last minute no-shows are still infuriating and spreadsheets offer little support. Clearly, spreadsheets are– at best– a partial solution. Okay, maybe you have tried the spreadsheet and decided to go back to the pen and paper planner for employee scheduling