Feature Highlight: Recurring Absences

by | Feb 11, 2025 | Blog

Managing schedules when multiple employees are off at the same time can be a challenge for every business, regardless of size or industry. At WorkPal, we understand the importance of keeping your workforce organised – especially during busy periods. That’s why we’ve introduced a new feature to simplify absence management: Recurring Absences.

If your business requires seamless scheduling, even during peak holiday periods, our latest update will make a big difference.

A new way to manage recurring absences

Let’s explore our new Recurring Absences feature in more detail.

Configurable recurring absences

If you’re tired of manually entering the same leave requests every year, then our Recurring Absence feature will be your new best friend. Set up time-off periods in advance for events like Christmas, Easter, or New Year, removing any duplicate or extra admin work. It’s all about effortless scheduling that gives you pack time and resource.

At-a-glance workforce availability

With this update, you can view your entire team’s schedule at a glance, making it easier to plan workloads, allocate resources, and make sure you’re promoting a smooth service delivery – even when multiple employees are off.

How these updates benefit our users

By automating recurring absences, this feature reduces admin workload and makes workforce planning more efficient. With better visibility of staff availability, you can plan ahead with confidence and ease, maintaining high service levels even during busy periods. The ability to track time off at a glance means fewer scheduling conflicts, improved coordination, and a more organised approach to managing absences. We’ve thought of everything!

Upgrade your scheduling process today

These updates support businesses that rely on seamless team coordination and job transparency. Whether you’re managing holiday leave, planning for seasonal breaks, or ensuring smooth operations during peak times, this feature will make a big impact on your efficiency and overall team output.

Want to see how it works? Book a free demo today or chat with our team to find out how WorkPal can improve your scheduling workflow. 

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