7shifts Features
Employee Self Service (4)
Web Portal
Allows employees to access current and past pay stubs, W-2 forms, and additional salary information.
Benefits Manager
Allows employees to answer or update questions pertaining to benefits and receive information about benefit providers.
Mobile
Allows employees to view pay stub and W-2 information via a smartphone app or mobile optimized website.
Self Service Portal
Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information
Administration (10)
Payroll Entry
Allows administrator to enter payroll for all employees based on salary or total hours worked.
Time Off Accrual
Calculation and tracking of sick and vacation days.
Direct Deposit
Automatically deposits paychecks into employees' bank accounts.
Expense Reimbursement
Allows administrator to reimburse employees for business-related purchases.
Pre-tax Deductions
Automatically deducts wages for health care, 401(k) plans, etc. from paychecks.
Wage Garnishment
Allows administrator to set up for wage garnishments to be deducted automatically from employers' paychecks.
Approvals
Administrator can submit payroll approval request and the approver can approve, deny, or re-assign it to the appropriate approver.
Check/W-2 Printing
Allows administrators to print valid paychecks and W-2 forms.
Check/W-2 Delivery
Sends printed checks to administrator to distribute to employees.
Split Deposits
Allow employees to allocate a fixed portion or percentage of their paycheck each pay period into designated accounts.
Taxes (3)
Tax Calculation
Calculates taxes due and may include resources or tools for federal and state tax compliance.
Tax Filing
Files payroll tax forms automatically for federal, state, and local taxes.
Automatic Tax Payment
Allows payroll vendor, via power of attorney, to make electronic payments of withheld taxes to government.
Integration (10)
API / Integration
Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc with other software applications.
Time Tracking Integration
Enables administrator to import hours from time tracking systems.
Accounting Integration
Provides standard integration with third party accounting software.
Core HR Integration
Provides standard integration with third party core HR software.
API
Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases
401(k) Tracking
Track 401(k) participant contributions and employer match
Expense Tracking
Monitor and record expenses such as purchases or charges incurred
Vacation/Leave Tracking
Request, track, and manage time off requests and vacation time
Third-Party Integrations
Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes
Third-Party Integration
Addition of necessary external data, applications, tools, or features
Platform (30)
Payroll Reporting
View and track payroll metrics including tax liabilities, pay rates, working hours, deductions and more
User, Role, and Access Management
Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.
Performance and Reliability
Software is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took.
Scalability
Allows administrator to easily add employees and grow payroll process as their company grows.
Payroll Reporting
View and track payroll metrics including tax liabilities, pay rates, working hours, deductions and more
Activity Dashboard
Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities
Compensation Management
Manages compensation such as salary, bonus, and benefits processes, aligning with policies
Timesheet Management
Track the amount of time spent on a job or task
Performance Management
Organize and manage the accomplishments and development of employees or performance of applications or systems
Benefits Management
Record employee's benefit plans and selections throughout career progression
Document Management
Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location
Payroll Management
Manage employee salary processes, data, taxes, and records administration efficiently
Compliance Management
Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier
Cash Flow Management
Monitoring, analysis, and projection of the movement of cash into and out of a business over a specific period
Team Management
Organizing a group of people to accomplish a task
Policy Management
Create, manage, and track policies and procedures within an organization
Calendar Management
Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar
Mobile Access
Access software remotely via mobile devices
Attendance Management
Manage attendance for classes, shifts, meetings, or events
Deduction Management
Determine what amounts employees should contribute towards their benefits from each paycheck
Employee Management
Track employee schedules, availability, and performance across projects and tasks
Reimbursement Management
Manage compensation for out-of-pocket expenses incurred by an employee, client or another party
Audit Management
Plan, schedule, and execute organization's accounts and assets to ensure compliance with policies and laws
Receipt Management
Upload, track, and submit receipts in a central database
Time Off Management
Track and manage employee time-off, vacation, and sick leave requests
Workflow Management
Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks
Expense Management
Plan, pay and track business related expenses.
Reporting
Provides reporting features to monitor tip distribution over time, for auditing or dispute purposes. May also allow for exports of payments.
POS Integration
Syncs with POS systems or is part of a larger POS system to pull all tip information, both digital and cash.
Encryption
Encrypts all financial data to protect employee personal data from security breaches.
Platform Basics (12)
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Interoperability
Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.
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Performance
Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
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Reporting
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
Reporting
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
Interoperability
Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.
Real-Time Reporting
Active reporting of data and metrics
Labor Cost Reporting
Report on the allocation and distribution of labor costs across projects
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Reporting
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
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Dashboard
Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with.
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Performance
Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
Activity Dashboard
Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities
Labor Cost Reporting
Report on the allocation and distribution of labor costs across projects
Platform Data (4)
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Activity Dashboard
Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities
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Alerts and Notifications
Self-monitors important metrics and sends notifications to users in-app or through email, text message or otherwise.
Dashboard
Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with
Activity Dashboard
Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities
Platform Additional Functionality (19)
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Cloud
Provides a cloud based version of the platform
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Mobility
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
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Messaging
Contains in-application messaging abilities
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Integrations
Integrates with business solutions such as payroll, workforce management, POS systems, etc.
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Mobility
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
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Forecasting
Forecasts scheduling needs based on important KPIs.
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Task Management
Provides task prioritization and management abilities.
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Portal
Contains a portal to facilitate third-party or client application access.
Self Service Portal
Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information
Labor Management
Manage the attendance, schedule, and payroll of the labor workforce
Attendance Management
Manage attendance for classes, shifts, meetings, or events
Employee Management
Track employee schedules, availability, and performance across projects and tasks
Shift Management
Facilitate the scheduling and coordination of employee shifts
Payroll Management
Manage employee salary processes, data, taxes, and records administration efficiently
Calendar Management
Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar
Communication Management
Manage and track all internal and external communication conducted via calls, email, text, or chat
Compliance Management
Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier
Availability Management
Monitor and analyze the availability of resources to help plan and streamline the service delivery to clients
Timesheet Management
Track the amount of time spent on a job or task
Back Office (6)
Built-in Accounting
Accounting functionality within the system, not requiring integration with third-party tools
Employee Management
The ability to manage employee schedules, payroll, or onboarding.
Real-Time Analytics
Analyze and gain insights into data in real-time
Stock Management
Manage the buying, selling, and holding of stocks
Order Management
Manage and track customer orders for goods, investments, or any other purchases
Reporting/Analytics
View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data
Front of Office (11)
Point of Sale (POS)
Accept and process customer payments for products or services using hardware and software
Table Management
The ability to see which tables are free and which are occupied so tables can be assigned customers as they arrive.
Kitchen Ticketing
Tools for the kitchen to receive customer orders via tickets so they can be prepared and delivered to the proper table.
Reservations
The ability to reserve tables in advance so the restaurant is not overbooked at the time of the reservation.
Purchase Order Management
Create, send, and track purchase orders and their statuses
Gift Card Management
Reward loyal customers with gift cards which they can redeem for special offers and loyalty bonus
Promotions Management
Design, communicate, and distribute incentives to perform a specific action
Discount Management
Track products that are for sale at a reduced price or part of coupon promotions
Wait List Management
Record, update and manage waiting lists
Reservations Management
Manage the entire lifecycle of a reservation, from the initial booking to the actual service or event
Kitchen/Menu Management
Allows users to view inventory and build a menu that's appropriate
Platform Content (3)
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Automation
Automates some or all operation related tasks.
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File Sharing
Provides robust sharing options for communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
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Content Library
Provides users with a pre-built library of useable content.
Employee Management (3)
Shift Tracking
Allows managers to track hours worked by each employee across each site.
Employee Profiles
Provides a portal or app for employees to manage banking information and access tip payout records.
Employee Segmenting
Allows managers to group employees by titles and manage different tip payout rules based on role.
Tip Management (4)
Tipout Rules
Allows managers to create custom rules for tip distribution, such as percentage or payout frequency.
Payment Tracking
Tracks status of all tip payments and keeps historical records of past payouts for each employee.
PCI Compliance
Securely pays out tips to employee accounts in accordance with PCI compliance standards.
Automated Payout
Distributes tips to selected employees' accounts automatically at the end of their shifts.
Generative AI (3)
AI Text Summarization
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text-to-Speech
Simulates human-like speech from text inputs.
Generative AI
Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.
Agentic AI - Restaurant Management (9)
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Multi-step Planning
Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes
Cross-system Integration
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Adaptive Learning
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Natural Language Interaction
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Decision Making
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives
Accounting Integration
Integrate with a third-party accounting system
Third-Party Integrations
Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes
Agentic AI - Restaurant Scheduling (6)
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Multi-step Planning
Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes
Cross-system Integration
Works across multiple software systems or databases
Adaptive Learning
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Decision Making
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives
Additional Functionality (96)
Inventory Tracking
Track and monitor inventory items, such as raw materials, unfinished goods, and ready-to-sell items
Time Clock
Order Entry
Entering, storing, and transmitting electronic and/or online orders, tests and other services for all types of industries
Credit Card Processing
Accept and process credit card transactions
Performance Metrics
A set of indicators that tracks the performance of networks, applications, systems, teams, etc.
Mobile Access
Access software remotely via mobile devices
Multi-Location
Manage and support multiple locations
Real-Time Data
Receive data and information in real time
Customizable Branding
Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding
Sales Reports
Reports specific to sales analysis for trends and strategies
Social Promotion
Market event via social media tools
Real-Time Notifications
Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs
Loyalty Program
Offer prizes, discounts, and other incentives for customers to earn reward points on purchases and redeem them for future purchases
Access Controls/Permissions
Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems
Billing & Invoicing
Create, manage, and send invoices or bills to customers
API
Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases
Order Tracking
Track orders throughout the fulfillment process
Reporting & Statistics
Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns
Sales Trend Analysis
Analyze the current state of sales data to accurately understand trends and forecast future sales numbers.
Real-Time Updates
Receive system updates as soon as any changes are made
Online Ordering
Tracks and processes online orders
Customizable Reports
Alter the layout and content of reports
Barcode/Ticket Scanning
Scan barcodes to ensure accurate pricing and label tracking
Delivery Tracking
Track item deliveries through dispatch notifications, status and location tracking, and ETA updates
Customer History
Access previous interactions or concerns to maintain customer relationships
Forecasting
Form predictions based on past and present data/trends
Customer Database
A collection of customer information such as contact details, demographics, previous interactions, etc.
AI Copilot
A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users
Alerts/Notifications
Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges
Electronic Payments
Electronically collect payments for goods or services
Sick Leave Tracking
Track and manage sick leave time
Online Time Clock
Track/log the amount of time employees worked per job using a timer
Automated Scheduling
Automatically create schedules based on business needs or employee availability and qualifications
Overtime Calculation
Manage and record overtime hours for hourly employees
Alerts/Notifications
Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges
Mobile Access
Access software remotely via mobile devices
Customizable Reports
Alter the layout and content of reports
Schedule Distribution
Assign and distribute work schedules to individual employees or teams within an organization
Generative AI
Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.
Multi-Location
Manage and support multiple locations
Reminders
Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity
Shift Scheduling
Schedule shifts via online calendars and available employees
Reporting/Analytics
View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data
Labor Cost Calculator
Calculate labor costs associated with employing a workforce, including wages, salaries, benefits
Shift Swapping
Managing and trading shift details between employees
Access Controls/Permissions
Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems
Messaging
Communicate using messages within the system
Data Import/Export
Import and export data to and from software applications
Approval Process Control
Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval
Employee Database
Electronic storage of staff/employee contact information and job status in a centralized repository
AI Copilot
A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users
Mobile Alerts
Notifications via mobile devices
Vacation/Leave Tracking
Request, track, and manage time off requests and vacation time
Activity Tracking
Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems
Drag & Drop
Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components
Biometric Recognition
Facial or other physical recognition to confirm identity
API
Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases
Real-Time Notifications
Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs
Real-Time Data
Receive data and information in real time
Resource Allocation
Assign available resources to various projects and tasks
Reminders
Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity
Employee Profiles
Centralized storage for employee data, records, and performance metrics
Generative AI
Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc.
Alerts/Notifications
Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges
W-2 Preparation
Automatically create and distribute W-2/1099 tax forms to employees.
Multi-Country
Pay employees in multiple countries using correct currencies and correct tax deduction amounts
Employee Database
Electronic storage of staff/employee contact information and job status in a centralized repository
Reporting & Statistics
Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns
Employee Self Service
Gateway through which employees can access the system
AI Copilot
A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users
Data Import/Export
Import and export data to and from software applications
Multi-State
Pay employees in multiple states with correct tax deduction amounts in each
Approval Process Control
Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval
Tax Compliance
Track tax-related transactions, tax remittance and tax reporting for various groups of employees and contractors
Access Controls/Permissions
Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems
Time Tracking
Measure and track time including hours worked and paid time off (PTO)
Customizable Reports
Alter the layout and content of reports
Web-based Deployment
SaaS, web-based, online deployment
Payroll Outsourcing
Delegate payroll processing to third party vendors
Expense Claims
Attaching relevant receipts or supporting documents to submit expenses for reimbursement
Multi-Currency
Manage and handle various international currencies
Corporate/Business
Software specialized for corporate use
Chatbot
AI-based platform which conducts a conversation via auditory or textual methods
1099 Preparation
Generate, file and review 1099 tax forms for IRS (Internal Revenue Service)
Auto Update
Automatic update of information / software
Time & Attendance
Track and manage employee's work hours to improve payroll accuracy
AI/Machine Learning
Software program that continuously adjusts its behavior based on observed data
Employee Onboarding
Process of familiarizing new employees with the company, their position, and responsibilities
Batch Processing
Software's ability to perform similar action on multiple similar files simultaneously
Accounting
Built-in accounting to manage ledger, accounts payable/receivable, financial reports, etc.
For Accountants
Software specialized for accountants and accounting firms
For CPA Firms
Software specialized for certified public accountants (financial advisors) who help outside entities reach financial goals
Multi-Location
Manage and support multiple locations
Reporting/Analytics
View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data
For Small Businesses
Designed for small businesses
Workflow Automation
Streamlining repetitive tasks and activities through automated and predefined workflows



