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How To Create Time Off Records

Keep track of time off and add records to the rota

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Written by Estera
Updated over 3 weeks ago

Owners, Administrators and Rota Managers can manually log time off requests submitted directly to them to them by employees.

Did you know?

You can allow your employees to request time off through the system. All you have to do is approve or decline, no need for manual work!

Click HERE to find out more.

Add Time Off

The record can be created from three ways :

  • Directly on the Rota Grid

    Navigate to the employee on the rota and simply click on one of the squares on the employee's row and select "Add Time Off"

  • From Employee List on the Rota View

    Hover over employee's name, click on the blue burger icon and click "Add Time Off"

  • From Employees Tab

    Click on three dots by the employee's name and click "Add Time Off"

Create Time Off

To create the time off record simply fill out the details required on the Create Time Off form.

Select Leave Type - Choose from the drop down option list

Start Date & End Time - Select one or multiple days at once

Full Day - Select if time off is for full day

If NO - Select Start and End Time

Reason (Optional) - Input the reason or relevant information

Reoccurring Unavailability ?

Find out how you can set reoccurring non working days HERE

View Time Off Records

All time off records are marked by a bright orange card which also states the leave type.

You can also view a summary of each employee's planned leave by navigating to Employees Tab > Holidays > Planned Leave and clicking on the calendar icon.

Edit Time Off Record

If you need to make changes to the record or you want to view the "Reasons", simply click on the record and select "Edit Time Off".

A pop-up window will appear and you'll be able to make changes. When you're done, simply click "Update".

Delete Time Off Record

To delete the record, follow previous steps and click "Delete Time Off".

Time Off Records Mobile

You can also create, view and manage time off records on your mobile.

Navigate to a rota, and tap "Add Time Off", then fill out the form the same way you'd do on the desktop.

If you need to make changes, simply tap on the record, input changes and tap "Update Time Off".

If you want to delete the record, follow previous steps and tap "Delete Time Off".

Benefits of Creating Time Off Records

Here are few benefits of recording time-off :

Efficient Workforce Management

Enables you to plan and manage workforce availability effectively, without searching for paper records or searching on other systems.

Minimise Unexpected Changes

Facilitates the creation of balanced work schedules, minimizing disruptions due to unexpected absences.

Enhanced Productivity

Reduces the likelihood of overlapping time off or critical periods with limited staff.

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