Shifts

Free Franchise Scheduling Software for Multi-Location Teams

Simplify staff scheduling, cut errors, and save up to 15 hours each week. Perfect for franchise owners, managers, and multi-location operators — manage shifts, time-off, and availability in one platform.

Franchise Scheduling Software

What Shifts Franchise Scheduling Software Can Do for You

  • Boost Productivity: Automate scheduling for staff across multiple locations.
  • Reduce Costs: Cut unnecessary overtime and better align labor with demand.
  • Improve Consistency: Ensure every franchise location has the right coverage.
  • Optimize Multi-Location Management: Balance shifts across stores or branches.
  • Increase Employee Satisfaction: Staff can access schedules, swap shifts, and request time-off easily.

How Our Shifts App Benefits Franchise Businesses

  • Lower Labor Costs: Prevent overstaffing while ensuring coverage across all stores.
  • Improve Efficiency: Managers spend less time on admin and more on customers.
  • Enhance Operations: Right staff, right shift, right time — every location runs smoothly.
  • Boost Engagement: Employees manage schedules and requests from their phones.
  • Reduce Scheduling Errors: Smart rules prevent conflicts and gaps.
  • Scalable: Designed for franchises of any size with multiple locations.

How Does Franchise Scheduling Software Work?

Our franchise scheduling solution streamlines multi-location workforce management. Easily create, optimize, and share schedules across all branches.

Admin Accounts in Franchise Scheduling

Franchise owners and managers can assign shifts, monitor availability, and manage multiple stores in one place.

Franchise Scheduling Software Admin

  • Organize staff by role, location, or department
  • Build schedules from scratch or templates
  • Prevent conflicts with availability and time-off
  • Add notes for shifts or tasks
  • Use recurrence for recurring schedules

Employee Accounts in Franchise Scheduling

Staff can set availability, request time-off, and view their schedules instantly.

They can swap or pick up shifts while managers keep visibility across locations.

Franchise Scheduling Software Employee View

Mobile App for Franchise Scheduling

Shifts works wherever your team does. Managers edit schedules, and employees see updates in real-time on mobile.

Franchise Scheduling Software Mobile App

Admin Inbox for Multi-Location Control

Manage requests, swaps, and approvals from all locations in a single inbox.

Franchise Scheduling Software Inbox

Built-In Messaging for Franchise Teams

Communication is built in. Send direct messages or announcements to staff across locations — no extra apps needed.

Franchise Scheduling Software Messaging

Your questions. Answered!

Here are the most frequently asked questions. Got others or some ideas? — Contact us!

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What is franchise scheduling software and how does it help?

Franchise scheduling software automates staff scheduling across multiple locations. It reduces errors, saves time, and improves consistency.

Can Shifts handle multiple franchise locations?

Yes. Shifts is designed for multi-location management. Assign shifts and manage staff across all your branches.

Can I use Shifts data for payroll?

Yes. Export detailed reports with hours worked, schedules, and labor costs directly to payroll systems.

Is there a mobile app for franchise staff?

Yes. Staff can view schedules, request time-off, and get updates directly on their phones.

How quickly can we set up Shifts for our franchise?

Most businesses are up and running within a day. Add staff, set availability, and start scheduling immediately.

Is Shifts free for franchise businesses?

Yes. You can start free with no credit card. Paid plans are available for larger franchises or advanced features.

Do staff need training to use Shifts?

No. Shifts is intuitive and easy to use. Most staff are comfortable within a day.

Can Shifts handle seasonal or part-time employees?

Yes. Easily manage seasonal, part-time, or temporary workers alongside your regular team.

What support is available?

We provide resources and responsive support to help your franchise succeed.

What our early customers are saying?

Here are a few reviews about using Shifts from real customers in
different industries and various sizes.

“Shifts completely changed the way we coordinate schedules. The interface is intuitive, and team members picked it up in no time. It’s made planning a breeze.”

— Sarah

"Since adopting Shifts, we've eliminated 90% of our scheduling mishaps. It's now the central hub for everything — from shift planning to team communication."

— Mark

"We love how Shifts adapts to our workflows. Tracking time, assigning jobs, and managing multiple locations — it all happens in one place now."

— Emily

"Shifts has made team coordination dramatically easier. The built-in availability and time-off features let us plan ahead with confidence. We especially value the flexibility to assign jobs and track team performance — it’s helped us cut down overtime and plan smarter. Having everything in one app, from scheduling to task checklists, keeps everyone aligned. Shifts has definitely helped us operate more smoothly and stay focused on what matters."

— Alex

"What we love most about Shifts is how it keeps our scheduling organized without overcomplicating things. Assigning shifts, adjusting hours, or reviewing past data — everything is fast and clear. Features like shift notes and built-in task lists ensure our staff knows exactly what to do and when. It helped us identify underused hours and optimize our staffing. It’s a smart, reliable tool that’s now a core part of our team operations."

— Jennifer

"Shifts fits right into our daily operations. From assigning roles to tracking attendance, it’s become a tool we rely on every day to keep things running smoothly."

— Laura

"Shifts helped us get a clear view of labor costs. It’s easy to spot trends, make adjustments, and plan more efficiently — a must-have for any team."

— Michael

“With Shifts, we finally have a reliable way to manage availability. It’s simple, accurate, and makes sure we’re never caught off guard when building the schedule."

— David

Start scheduling smarter today

Try Shifts free and see how easy franchise scheduling can be

  • Built for franchises of any size
  • Save hours weekly managing staff
  • Track attendance, time-off, and requests
  • Turn any device into a time clock
  • Make every location more profitable