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ROSTERING MOBILE APPS

Mobile rostering app for managers and staff

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Take full control of your team's schedule from your pocket. With the RosterElf mobile app, managers build, edit and publish rosters on the go while staff view shifts, update availability and accept swaps — all in real time.

  • Update rosters from any phone

  • Staff updated through the mobile app

  • Real-time notifications for everyone

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MOBILE ROSTERING

How the mobile rostering app works

RosterElf puts rostering in everyone's pocket. Managers create and publish schedules from their phone, while staff check shifts, update availability, and respond to changes instantly.

Manage on the go

Build, edit, and publish rosters from your phone. No need to be at a computer to keep your team organised.

Instant notifications

Staff receive push notifications for new shifts, changes, and open shifts. Everyone stays informed in real time.

Real-time sync

Changes sync instantly across all devices. What managers publish is what staff see—no delays or confusion.

MANAGER ACCESS

Update and manage rosters from anywhere

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ON-THE-GO CONTROL

Quick roster edits and approvals via mobile

Managers can view, edit and publish rosters directly from their smartphone or tablet.

Make last-minute updates, fill gaps or approve swaps instantly—keeping your team on track even when you're offsite.

Learn more about employee rostering →
LIVE INSIGHTS

View real-time roster reports from your phone

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INSTANT VISIBILITY

Check coverage, labour costs and shift changes on mobile

See live wage costs, coverage and shift updates while building schedules on the go.

Stay in control of labour percentages and performance without needing a desktop.

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STAFF PORTAL

Help employees with the RosterElf mobile app

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STAFF SELF-SERVICE

Update availability, request leave and claim open shifts

Employees can manage their own schedules—update availability, request leave, swap shifts and accept open shifts directly from their phones.

Push notifications keep them up to date in real time.

Read more about employee availability to work →
GPS TIME CLOCK

Clock in and out with GPS accuracy

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SMART ATTENDANCE

Record start and finish times from the mobile app

Enable staff to clock in and out directly from their smartphones using GPS verification.

Location data ensures attendance accuracy, prevents time theft and syncs to payroll automatically.

See our full guide on GPS time clock →
REAL-TIME ROSTER ALERTS

Stay informed with instant shift notifications

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APP NOTIFICATIONS

Get real-time updates with our employee roster app

Managers and staff receive instant notifications for new rosters, shift changes, availability updates and leave approvals — all in the RosterElf app.

Real-time alerts keep everyone aligned, reducing missed shifts and endless group messages.

KEY BENEFITS

6 reasons to use the mobile rostering app

Roster from anywhere

Create, edit, and publish rosters from your phone or tablet. Manage your team whether you're on-site, at home, or travelling.

Push notifications

Staff get instant alerts when shifts are published, changed, or become available. No more missed messages or outdated schedules.

Staff self-service

Employees update their own availability, request time off, and accept open shifts—all from their phone without chasing managers.

Team communication

Message your team directly through the app. Keep shift-related conversations organised and accessible to everyone who needs them.

Clock in/out

Staff clock in and out from their phones with GPS verification. Accurate time tracking without separate hardware.

Always up to date

Everyone sees the same roster in real time. No more version confusion or staff showing up for shifts that changed.

WHAT IT MEANS

What is a mobile rostering app?

A mobile rostering app is a smartphone application that allows managers and staff to access work schedules from anywhere. Managers can build, edit, and publish rosters on the go, while employees view their shifts, update availability, request swaps, and clock in/out—all from their mobile device. Real-time sync ensures everyone sees the same information instantly, eliminating the confusion of outdated schedules and missed communications.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes, the RosterElf mobile app allows managers to build, edit, and publish rosters from their smartphone or tablet. You can make changes on the go, fill gaps, approve swaps, and access all rostering features without needing a desktop computer.
  • Staff can view their shifts through the mobile rostering app or by logging into the web version. The mobile app is recommended for instant push notifications and easier access to shift details, availability updates, and leave requests.
  • Yes, employees can clock in and out directly from their smartphones using the RosterElf mobile app. The app includes GPS verification to ensure attendance accuracy and prevent time theft. All clock-in data syncs automatically to time and attendance records.
  • Managers receive notifications for availability updates, leave requests, shift swap requests, open shift nominations, and timesheet approvals. You can customize notification preferences to control what alerts you receive and when.
  • Yes, the mobile app provides access to live wage costs, coverage data, and roster reports. You can check labour percentages and performance metrics while building schedules on the go, helping you stay within budget without needing desktop access.
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