[ Sling Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/sling/reviews) [ Sling Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/sling/reviews) # Sling Features ##### ## Automation (1) Process Automation Automate processes and eliminate errors associated with requesting, approving, and tracking paid and unpaid time off. Show More ##### ## Logistics (7) Dashboards & Reporting Analytical and reporting tools that provide visibility into labor cost and enable data-driven decisions. Data Collection Labor data collection options include web, mobile, and hardware. Lanuguage Options Provide multiple language options for a global user base. Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Real-Time Data Receive data and information in real time Real-Time Reporting Active reporting of data and metrics Payroll Reporting View and track payroll metrics including tax liabilities, pay rates, working hours, deductions and more Show More ##### ## Management (17) Schedule Creation Tools Tools that help in scheduling and shift creation and management. Schedule Management Tools that manage vacation, holidays, absences, breaks, and overtime. Employee Leave Management Manage employee's eligibility for paid and unpaid leave based on criteria including vacation, sick time and more. User Access Grant access to select features and data based on the users' role, both internally and externally. User Role Access Provides employees self service access and managers a centralized view. Employee Information Ability to manage employee information. Employee Information Automation Automate employee promotions and position changes and company policy changes. Calendar Management Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar Workflow Management Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Timesheet Management Track the amount of time spent on a job or task Payroll Management Manage employee salary processes, data, taxes, and records administration efficiently HR Management Automates core HR functions such as talent management, employee evaluation and learning management Time Off Management Track and manage employee time-off, vacation, and sick leave requests Task Management Create, manage and track all task activities and progression Document Management Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location Mobile Access Access software remotely via mobile devices Show More ##### ## Monitoring (4) Regulations Enforcement Enforce federal, state, and organization regulations. Compliance Monitoring Monitor and maintain compliance. Integration Provide integrations with payroll software. Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Show More ##### ## Platform Basics (8) Interoperability Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows. Performance Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably. Reporting Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress. Reporting Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress. Dashboard Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with. 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 Show More ##### ## Platform Data (2) Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Alerts and Notifications Self-monitors important metrics and sends notifications to users in-app or through email, text message or otherwise. Show More ##### ## Platform Additional Functionality (19) Cloud Provides a cloud based version of the platform Mobility Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. Messaging Contains in-application messaging abilities Integrations Integrates with business solutions such as payroll, workforce management, POS systems, etc. Mobility Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. Forecasting Forecasts scheduling needs based on important KPIs. Task Management Provides task prioritization and management abilities. 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 Show More ##### ## Platform Content (3) Automation Automates some or all operation related tasks. File Sharing Provides robust sharing options for communication with both internal and external stakeholders. Content Library Provides users with a pre-built library of useable content. Show More ##### ## 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 Show More ##### ## Additional Functionality (70) Reminders Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity Mobile App Access the system via a mobile application Status Tracking Track the status over time for a request, process, asset, or transaction Sick Leave Tracking Track and manage sick leave time Overtime Calculation Manage and record overtime hours for hourly employees Reporting/Analytics View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Time Tracking Measure and track time including hours worked and paid time off (PTO) API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Employee Scheduling Assign working shifts or tasks to employees based on their availability Employee Database Electronic storage of staff/employee contact information and job status in a centralized repository Role-Based Permissions Set & manage permission levels based on user roles and restrict access to only authorized individuals FMLA Administration Track employee time off under the family and medical leave act (FMLA) Self Service Portal Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information Data Import/Export Import and export data to and from software applications AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Approval Process Control Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval Search/Filter Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria Attendance Tracking Track the attendance of specific individuals or groups Vacation/Leave Tracking Request, track, and manage time off requests and vacation time Biometric Recognition Facial or other physical recognition to confirm identity Clock In/Out Track employees' arrival and departure timings for payroll purposes Alerts/Notifications Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges Customizable Reports Alter the layout and content of reports Project Time Tracking Measure time to completion or hours worked for projects Audit Trail A record of all activities within the system, including user access, changes made, etc. Leave Tracking Manage and track employee attendance Multi-Location Manage and support multiple locations Access Controls/Permissions Define levels of authorization for access to specific files or systems Time & Expense Tracking Log and record hours worked and costs spent to assist in billing and invoicing Real-Time Notifications Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs Lockout Periods Ensure employees can only clock in and out during certain times. Electronic Signature Digitally sign online documents Automated Scheduling Automatically create schedules based on business needs or employee availability and qualifications Geofencing Virtual perimeter for a real-world geographic area Labor Forecasting Predict labor requirements based on past and present data/trends Employee Portal Online portal where employees can access and track their own information Employee Time Tracking Track and measure time worked for employees Punch card Clock in and out online or with a card Automatic Time Capture Automate recording of time to reduce human error 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 Show More ## 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