Detailed Activity Tracking

Empower your workforce with Shifton’s employee activity monitoring software — track tasks, enhance efficiency, succeed.

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Shifton’s Activity Solution

Shifton’s Activity solution is an employee activity monitoring software designed to help organizations of all sizes gain real-time visibility into their workforce’s tasks. By tracking ongoing assignments, shift schedules, and detailed time logs, it ensures that managers stay informed while employees remain engaged. This flexible tool is easy to set up, suits any industry — from retail and hospitality to IT and healthcare — and fosters transparency, accountability, and improved performance across diverse teams.

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Service’s Capabilities for Business

Real-Time Oversight and Intelligent Scheduling

In a fast-paced work environment, staying on top of daily operations is crucial. The Shifton platform offers real-time visibility across teams, functioning as an employee monitoring software that captures essential data on tasks, time usage, and overall performance. Through user activity monitoring, managers gain a clear picture of who is working on what, without resorting to intrusive methods.

By leveraging activity monitoring software, teams can identify productivity gaps and allocate resources more effectively. Additionally, the solution provides seamless activity scheduling software capabilities, enabling businesses to plan shifts, distribute tasks, and respond swiftly to changing priorities. As a result, decision-makers can refine schedules and maintain continuous oversight, ensuring every moment is used for maximum impact.

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Enhanced Accountability and Clear Reporting

Transparent oversight helps cultivate trust and encourage responsibility among team members. The Shifton solution acts as an employee activity monitor software, enabling businesses to track progress on critical tasks without micromanaging individuals. This approach fosters an environment where employees feel supported and accountable for their contributions.

By using software monitor employee activity capabilities, managers can review logs, detect inefficiencies, and provide targeted support to those who need it most. Advanced reporting tools function as an activity tracker software and deliver comprehensive metrics in real time. These insights are further enriched by employee activity tracking software, which breaks down workflows into manageable segments. Such detailed activity management empowers organizations to pinpoint bottlenecks and take proactive steps toward smoother operations, all while preserving a culture of transparency and respect.

Data-Driven Optimization and Flexible Growth

Achieving sustainable success depends on ongoing improvement, and Shifton’s approach to activity tracking provides the insights necessary to adapt quickly. Using activity monitor software, organizations can evaluate how effectively each process runs and immediately spot areas for improvement. This level of detail makes scaling up or pivoting simpler, as teams can fine-tune workflows based on real, measurable data.

In addition, the platform operates as robust activity software and seamlessly integrates with other tools for a holistic view of organizational performance. Its activity management software modules deliver intuitive dashboards and generate clear, actionable reports. Whether you require software to track employee activity in multiple departments or software to track user activity across different projects, every task remains visible and measurable. By combining reliable analytics with user-friendly functionality, this solution drives informed decisions that fuel sustained business growth.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is There A Fee For Using The Service?

Our service offers both a free plan for small companies and a paid plan, depending on your needs.

Can I Register Without A Mobile Phone Number?

A unique mobile phone number is required for registration. It will be tied to the account and cannot be used to register another account.

Can The Same Email Or Mobile Phone Number Be Used To Register Multiple Accounts?

Each account must use a unique phone number and email.

What Should I Do If I Don’t Receive An SMS With A Confirmation Code?

This could happen for several reasons: In some countries, SMS delivery might take longer. Please wait a few minutes. One of the SMS services in your country might be temporarily unavailable. The wrong phone number or country code might have been entered. Double-check the information provided. If none of the above resolves the issue, click the “Resend” button, and a new code will be sent to your phone. Please note, that there is a 30-second restriction between code requests. If the problem persists, contact our support team for assistance.

What Should I Do If I Don’t Receive A Confirmation Email?

Check the accuracy of the email address entered. Check your ‘Spam’ folder. If this doesn’t help, follow these steps: Click on your avatar in the top-right corner of the ‘Dashboard.’ Select ‘My Profile’ from the list. Click ‘Edit’ next to your email under the ‘General Information’ section. Click the green checkmark on the right and a new confirmation email will be sent. If the issue persists, contact our support team for assistance.

What Should I Do If The Phone Number Or Email I Entered Is Already Registered In The Service?

Use a different phone number or email.

Can I Use My Native Language For My First And Last Name, Or Do I Have To Use The Latin Alphabet?

Shifton supports entering names in any language.

Can I Enter A Double Name Or Surname In The Profile?

Shifton supports entering names in any language. However, special characters (such as !, “, №, etc.) are not allowed. This rule applies to names, company names, project names, and shift templates.

Is It Mandatory To Fill Out The Entire Profile?

Currently, only the “First Name” and “Last Name” fields, marked with a “*”, are required.

Can I Manually Select The Country And Time Zone?

Yes, this feature is available on the “Edit Profile” page in the “General Information” section. To set a time zone different from your country of residence, check the “Show all time zones” option.

Can I Disable External Notifications?

You can disable all or some types of external notifications on the “Profile Edit” page, in the “Notifications” section. Even with external notifications turned off, alerts about schedule updates and shift-related actions will still appear in the Shifton notification section. You can access this section by clicking the bell icon in the top left corner.

I’m Not Receiving Email Notifications. What Should I Do?

Try The Following: Check that your email address is entered correctly. Check your “Spam” folder. Ensure that email notifications are enabled in your profile settings. If everything is correct, the issue might be related to your email client.

How Do I Change The Date And Time Format?

To change the date and time format, update your country settings in your profile. In the ‘General Information’ section, you will find the ‘Time Format’ and ‘Date Format’ fields.

How Do I Change The Language On Shifton?

You can change the system language during registration or in your profile settings. The list of available languages is located in the “General Information” section. Select your preferred language and click “Save.” Shifton will be available in the chosen language after saving.

What Is The “My Files” Field For?

It allows you to upload files requested by your employer. These could include copies of passports, diplomas, etc. Employees can grant access to these files to the company owner by clicking the icon above the images. To remove a file from shared access, you need to send a request to the Shifton team.

What File Formats Can Be Uploaded?

Supported file formats include GIF, PNG, JPG, and PDF.

Is There A Limit On The Number Of Files That Can Be Uploaded?

No, but you cannot upload more than one file at a time.

How Do I Set My Working Hours?

You can do this in the “Availability” section of your profile.

What Does The Availability Setting Affect?

Administrators and company owners can create work schedules based on this availability data.

What Is The Difference Between Owners, Administrators, Managers, And Employees In The Company?

Company Owners can change employee rights (except their own), send invitations, and create and edit projects, schedules, and shift templates. Only owners can purchase paid modules. Administrators can change employee rights (except for owners), send invitations, process requests, and create and edit projects, work schedules, and shift templates. Managers can edit existing work schedules (shorten, extend, remove, and add employees) and process employee requests. Employees can view their schedules and send requests for breaks and shift changes.

How Do I Request Time Off Or Sick Leave?

In the top menu of Shifton, there is an icon with a tablet. Click it to select a period for holiday, sick leave, or vacation. You can request a break for a certain number of hours or days. In the requests, it’s necessary to indicate the reason for absence, and you can attach a file to support the claim.

Can An Employee Work In Multiple Companies At The Same Time?

Yes. For example, they can create their own company and simultaneously be an administrator/manager/employee in another.

What’s Included In The Free Plan?

The free plan includes: Adding and inviting up to 100 employees Various roles (administrator, manager, employee) Automatic scheduling (unlimited) Open shifts Shift exchanges/dropping Overtime control Night hour settings One project Mobile app API Access If you have more than 100 active employees and/or activate paid modules, you will automatically be switched to a paid plan.

Can Shifton Calculate Employee Salaries?

Yes, our system can calculate employee wages by the hour or by shift, as well as add bonuses and subtract penalties or advances. Based on this, you will receive a salary report.

How Can I Find Out The Actual Working Hours?

By connecting the “Attendance” module, you can track when an employee starts and finishes a shift. There is also an option to set a location, meaning the shift can only start when the employee arrives at the location. The system will record late arrivals, and if you add auto-penalties, a part of the payment for the shift can be deducted. You will also have access to a “Late Report.”

How Can I Know If An Employee Has Left The Shift Early?

You need the “Work Location Control” module to track the employee’s location during the shift and receive notifications if the employee leaves the location.

Can The System Track The Balance Of Vacation Days?

Yes, by connecting the “Leave Management” module, you will have an automatic calculation of vacation days based on the number of months worked, as well as manual additions and deductions to the vacation balance.

Can I Quickly Notify Employees About Shifts Or Find People For Shifts?

By activating the “Emergency Shifts and Notifications” module, you can create such shifts, and employees who are free at that time will receive notifications via all channels (email, push, Telegram) in the style of: “Shifts with a bonus are available for you, be the first to take them.” You can customize the message text to speed up the process of finding employees.

How Can I Assign Tasks To Employees During Shifts?

For office work, we recommend using the “Activity” module. You can create unique activity types, allowing your team to be as efficient as possible. Use different labels, schedules, roles, and skills for activities. You can also automatically distribute them based on selected criteria.

Can The System Forecast Schedules?

Yes, by using the “Forecasting” module. If historical data is available, preferably for a year or more, but even a few months may be enough, the system will automatically determine how many people are needed and assign them shifts. The system will take into account the minimum and maximum shift durations, as well as the percentage of traffic coverage.

Will We Have Support If We Require Help?

Yes, our support service is available 24/7 to help in any situation.

Can A Regular Employee Create A Company?

Yes, by clicking the “Create a Company” button and filling out the required fields.

In What Language Can I Name A Company?

You can name the company in any language.

Can I Delete A Company And Create A New One?

Yes, you can. To do so, you need to contact our support team.

Do I Need To Verify The Identity Of The Company Creator?

No.

What Should I Do If A Company With The Same Name Is Already Registered?

The service allows companies with the same name to be created.

How Many Companies Can I Create With One Account?

Currently, only one company can be created per account. However, you can create a second, third, etc. company with different details and then transfer ownership to yourself.

Are There Restrictions On Setting Basic Wages And Overtime Pay?

Employers can choose any currency and pay rate for their employees.

Are There Limits On The Number Of Projects?

Currently, you can create as many projects as you need. One project is free, and each additional one will be paid.

How Many Employees Can Be Added To One Project?

From one to all employees in the company.

How Many Administrators And Managers Can Be Assigned To A Project?

As many as necessary.

Can A Company Employee Create A Project?

Yes, if they have administrative rights.

Can I Select Multiple Countries Whose Public Holidays Will Be Projected Days Off?

You can manually create any holidays on the calendar, both official and non-official.

Can I remove employees from a project?

Yes, during project editing. They will remain on the company’s employee list, and the employer can reassign them to the project later.

Can I view which employees are available on a specific day?

You can view the company’s overall schedule if you are an administrator or owner. To do so, go to the “Work Schedule” page and select the desired day on the calendar.

Can one employee work on multiple projects at the same time?

Yes.

Can I change project settings after the schedule has been created?

You can change the name and some settings, but the project’s time zone cannot be altered once a schedule has been created.

Can I Create Multiple Schedules For One Project?

Yes, you can create additional schedules for the project.

What Should I Do If Incorrect Data Is Entered When Generating A Schedule?

After creating the schedule, you can view the list by clicking the “View Schedule List” button. Then, select the desired schedule, click “Edit,” and shorten it to make corrections.

How Do I Notify Employees Of Schedule Changes?

With any changes to the schedule, employees will receive notifications from Shifton’s notification system. Email notifications of schedule changes can be activated in profile settings. Shifton system notifications can be accessed by clicking the bell icon in the top left corner.

How Can I View The Full Company Schedule?

On the “Work Schedule” page, if you have administrator, manager, or owner rights, you will see all work schedules within a project.

Can I Create A Shift For An Employee On A Specific Day?

Yes. On the “Work Schedule” page, administrators, and managers should click the “+” next to the employee’s name. In the menu that appears, specify the shift duration and date. You can create the shift based on an existing template or manually set its parameters.

Can A Shift Have An Uneven Length Of Time, Like 9 Hours 30 Minutes?

Yes.

What Does “Split Shift” Mean?

You can divide a shift into two parts, keeping the first part and sending a request for the second part to be placed in “Open Shifts.” Employees can then choose which part to keep and which to send to “Open Shifts.”

How Do I Manually Add Or Remove Shifts?

You can click on a specific shift and delete it in the shift actions menu. You can also use the pencil icon on the “Work Schedule” page, labeled “Mass Actions.”

What Should I Do With The Schedule Of A Dismissed Employee?

The shifts of a dismissed employee can be transferred to “Open Shifts” or deleted. In the first case, the shifts can be assigned to remaining employees or taken by others from the “Open Shifts” pool. In the second case, all shifts will be removed from the schedule.

Can Employees Be Grouped And Assigned A Team Leader?

Currently, this option is unavailable. However, you can divide employees into projects and assign a manager to each project.

What Are Open Shifts?

“Open Shifts” are shifts that are not assigned to any employees, or shifts where some employees are unable to work. These shifts can be removed or taken by other employees, for example, if they want to work overtime on a weekend.

What Payment Methods Are Available?

Additional service features can be paid for using PayPal and credit cards (Mastercard, VISA, American Express; Russian bank cards are not accepted).

When Is Payment For Modules Required?

Invoices for module usage are issued on the 1st of each month and must be paid within six days. If payment is not made on time, access to the modules will be frozen until the outstanding amount is fully paid.

Can I Top Up My Account In Advance?

Yes, you can contact our support team to get a link to top up your company’s balance.

Can I Disable A Module Before The End Of The Month?

Yes, but this will not affect the total amount charged for module usage.

How Many Modules Can I Use At Once?

You can activate all available modules.

Where Can I View A List Of Available Modules?

By clicking the company name in the “Modules” section.