We offer 4 tools to help you find the best* shift schedule
Free Staffing Calculators
Determine how many staff are needed for 8, 10 or 12-hour shifts with either fixed or rotating shifts.
Free Schedule Evaluation Get an expert's opinion on the best overall scheduling approach for your unique requirements.
24/7 Schedule Examples Packages of ten different 8, 12 or 8&12-hour schedules with either fixed or rotating shifts.
Custom Schedule Design Schedules tailored to your hours, staff size, coverage requirements, shift length, format and pay week.
* The "best" shift schedule is one that: (1) optimizes the coverage, (2) minimizes the labor costs, and (3) maximizes employee satisfaction. Read more here: Shift Schedule Design for Dummies.
Sources of Schedules
There are 3 basic sources for a new shift schedule:
1. Do it yourself (DIY). It's free, but do you have the time? And what about the risks? Your schedule could incur unnecessary costs or miss opportunities for more weekends off.
2. Copy someone else's schedule. It's free and doesn't require much time. However, unless you have identical coverage, staffing, absence rates, and pay week, you could end up with an ineffective or inefficient schedule.
3. Hire an expert. Yes, it costs money. But the savings from proper staffing and strategic use of overtime can be substantial. Plus you'll get multiple options to choose from. If you want to find the optimal solution, this is really your best choice.
Still not sure? Click below for free guidance on the best scheduling choices for your resources and requirements.
