Smarter scheduling, cleaner timecards.

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.

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10,000+ teams schedule effortlessly with mobile app
Shifts Work App

Weekly Schedule View

Live Online
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Tue13
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09:00 - 17:00 (Day)
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Sarah Jenkins
Front Manager • Store A
Confirmed
13:00 - 21:00 (Evening)
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Mike Ross
Senior Waiter • Store A
Confirmed
17:00 - 01:00 (Night)
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Emily Chen
Security Staff • Store B
Swapping
Zero-Conflict Alert
Instant Mobile Push

See How It Works

Visual, intuitive scheduling that makes managing your team effortless

Mobile Multi-Role Schedule Preview
No PC needed, manage all on phone
Employee TeamMonTueWedThuFri
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Sarah JenkinsFront Desk Lead
09:00 - 17:00 09:00 - 17:00Off 13:00 - 21:00 13:00 - 21:00
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Mike RossSenior Waiter
13:00 - 21:00 17:00 - 01:00 17:00 - 01:00Off 09:00 - 17:00
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Emily ChenSecurity Guard
17:00 - 01:00Off 09:00 - 17:00 09:00 - 17:00Off

Everything You Need to Schedule Smarter

Drag & Drop Scheduling

Create schedules quickly by dragging employees into shifts. No complicated forms or multiple clicks required.

Day Shift 09:00 - 17:00
Evening Shift 13:00 - 21:00

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.

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
Mobile Push Notification

Your new schedule is published!

Manager just updated Saturday's evening shift. Tap to view and confirm in app.

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

The Impact of Better Scheduling

80%
Less Time Scheduling

Reduce time spent on scheduling from hours to minutes each week

95%
Fewer Errors

Eliminate double-bookings, understaffing, and overtime violations

60%
Fewer Conflicts

Reduce scheduling conflicts and last-minute changes

40%
Higher Satisfaction

Improve employee satisfaction with fair, predictable 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?

Can employees view their schedules on their phones?

Does Shifts Work support rotating shifts?

Can I export employee schedules?

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