Setting Up Shift Rotations & Automations

Overview
Define rotating schedules—like 2‑week on/2‑week off cycles—and have Laywork assign them automatically.

Where to Find It
HR › Settings › Attendance Settings › Employee Shifts
HR › Settings › Shift Rotation

Creating a Rotation

1. Under Shift Rotation, click Add Rotation.

2. Enter a Rotation Name and Color Code.

3. Set the Rotation Frequency (Daily, Weekly).

4. Choose the Select Shift that will rotate.

5. In Shift Rotation sequences, list your pattern (e.g. “Day, Night, Off”).

6. (Optional) Check Replace existing shift of employees and Send rotation notification.

7. Click Save.

Automating a Rotation

1. Switch to the Automate Shifts tab.

2. Filter by Department and select Employees.

3. Pick your Rotation Name.

4. Click Save—Laywork will now apply that rotation on schedule.

Tip
Use Employee Shifts (first tab) to define each shift’s clock‑in/out windows before building rotations.