What is workforce management software?
Stop juggling separate tools for rostering, time tracking, payroll, and HR. RosterElf brings everything together in one simple platform built for shift-based teams.
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Rostering & scheduling
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Time & attendance tracking
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Payroll integration with award interpretation
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HR onboarding & leave management
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Team communication
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Analytics & reporting
Trusted by Australian businesses
From local cafes to national retail chains, thousands of businesses rely on RosterElf for rostering, HR and payroll.
Understanding workforce management software
Workforce management (WFM) software is a comprehensive platform that handles all aspects of managing employees who work in shifts.
Instead of using separate tools for scheduling, time tracking, payroll, HR, and communication, WFM software integrates everything into one system.
The main benefit is integration
Roster → time clock → payroll → HR records — everything syncs automatically. No manual data entry, no spreadsheet exports, no errors.
For Australian businesses with shift-based teams, workforce management software typically includes:
Six pillars of workforce management
RosterElf covers every aspect of workforce management in one integrated platform. No add-ons, no premium tiers — everything included.
Rostering & scheduling
AI-powered auto-scheduling, drag-and-drop roster builder, templates, open shifts, and shift swaps.
- Auto-scheduling
- Roster templates
- Open shifts
- Shift swaps
- Multi-site rostering
Time & attendance
GPS clock-ins, photo verification, tablet kiosk, live attendance dashboard, and timesheet approvals.
- GPS geofencing
- Photo proof
- Kiosk time clock
- Live attendance
- Timesheet approvals
Payroll integration
Award interpretation engine with Xero and MYOB integration. Overtime, penalties, and loadings calculated automatically.
- Award interpretation
- Xero integration
- MYOB integration
- Overtime calculation
- Penalty rates
HR management
Digital onboarding, employment contracts, policy management, leave tracking, and certificate expiry alerts.
- Digital onboarding
- E-sign contracts
- Leave management
- Certificate tracking
- Policy management
Team communication
In-app team chat, shift notes, staff notifications, and company-wide announcements.
- Team messaging
- Push notifications
- Shift notes
- Announcements
- Shift reminders
Analytics & reporting
Real-time insights into labour costs, attendance patterns, compliance status, and workforce trends.
- Labour cost reports
- Attendance analytics
- Compliance reports
- Workforce insights
- Custom exports
Why businesses choose all-in-one workforce management
Save time
Eliminate manual data entry between systems. What used to take hours now takes minutes with automated sync between rostering, time tracking, and payroll.
Reduce costs
Replace 3-5 separate subscriptions with one platform. Most businesses save 50-70% on software costs while getting better integration.
Support your compliance efforts
Built-in award interpretation ensures correct pay rates. Digital records, audit trails, and automated alerts keep you compliant with Fair Work.
Why choose RosterElf for workforce management?
Built for australia
Australian-made software with built-in award interpretation, local support team, and compliance features designed for local regulations.
All-inclusive pricing
Every feature included in one transparent price. No hidden add-ons, no premium tiers, no per-feature charges.
Simple for everyone
Intuitive interface that staff can use immediately without training. Managers publish rosters in minutes; employees clock in with one tap.
Real human support
Australian-based support team available to help with setup, training, and ongoing questions. No chatbots, no ticket queues.
What businesses say about RosterElf
Trusted by 30,000+ Australian businesses for workforce management.
Andrew Nathan
November 13, 2025
"We are extremely happy with Roster Elf, it's a great improvement on the previous system we were using. Sean and all the staff have been fantastic, really know their stuff and make using RosterElf a pleasure."
Monica Van De Laak
October 16, 2025
"Sean was an amazing help, very patient and thorough."
Mary C.
October 13, 2025
"I can see my roster, enter availability, put leave in advance and clock on and off easily."
Partap Singh Thind
December 05, 2025
"Really detailed and helpful. First time user of a rostering software and I was provided with clear and easy to follow instructions with the promise of being available for any further questions or help that I might need in the future. Would definitely recommend"
Sarah Johnson
September 28, 2025
"Very easy to use and navigate. The support team is always quick to respond and helpful with any queries."
David L.
August 15, 2025
"Great tool for managing staff rosters and timesheets. Has made our scheduling much more efficient."
James Mitchell
November 28, 2025
"Excellent rostering software! The drag and drop feature makes creating weekly schedules a breeze. Our team loves the mobile app for checking their shifts."
Emma Richardson
October 22, 2025
"RosterElf has transformed how we manage our hospitality staff. The award interpretation feature alone saves us hours every pay period."
Michael Chen
September 15, 2025
"Finally found a rostering solution that understands Australian workplace requirements. The Fair Work compliance features give us peace of mind."
Rachel K.
August 30, 2025
"The integration with Xero is smooth. Timesheets flow directly into payroll without any manual data entry. Highly recommend for any small business."
All-in-one vs separate tools
See how much you could save by consolidating your workforce management tools into RosterElf.
| Capability | Separate tools | RosterElf |
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| Rostering software | $5-15/user/mo | |
| Time & attendance | $3-10/user/mo | |
| Payroll integration | $2-5/user/mo | |
| HR/Onboarding | $5-12/user/mo | |
| Team communication | $2-8/user/mo | |
| Analytics & reporting | $3-8/user/mo | |
| Data sync between tools | Manual or $$$ | |
| Single login for staff | No | |
| Australian support | Varies | |
| Estimated total | $20-60+/user/mo | From $3/user/mo |
Workforce management for every industry
RosterElf serves 30,000+ Australian businesses across hospitality, healthcare, retail, childcare, and more.
Workforce management software FAQ
- Workforce management (WFM) software is a comprehensive platform that helps businesses manage their employees' schedules, time tracking, payroll, HR tasks, and team communication in one place. Instead of using separate tools for rostering, time clocks, leave management, and HR onboarding, WFM software integrates everything into a single system that saves time and reduces errors.
- A complete workforce management solution should include: employee scheduling and rostering, time and attendance tracking, payroll integration with award interpretation, HR management (onboarding, leave, documents), team communication tools, and reporting and analytics. RosterElf includes all of these in every plan.
- Yes. While our name emphasises rostering, RosterElf has evolved into a complete workforce management platform. We provide rostering, time & attendance, payroll integration, HR tools, team communication, and analytics — everything Australian businesses with shift-based teams need to manage their workforce in one place.
- Workforce management software typically costs $5-15 per user per month for basic solutions, or $15-30+ for enterprise platforms. RosterElf offers transparent, all-inclusive pricing that includes every feature — no hidden add-ons or premium tiers. Visit our pricing page for current rates.
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