Rotaready provides tools to manage and adjust shifts effectively, including during Daylight Savings Time (DST) transitions. This article explains how Rotaready handles time changes, the impact on scheduled shifts, and available customization options.

Shift timings may appear to end an hour later during DST transitions because the clocks move forward (or backward) by one hour. For example, on Sunday, 3rd March, clocks spring forward from 1 AM to 2 AM. Despite this adjusted display, the actual scheduled times of shifts remain consistent.

Yes, shifts display the same times as initially scheduled. However, the total hours worked for shifts overlapping the time transition may shorten (or extend, depending on the direction of the time change). For example:

The impact of DST is limited to shifts starting before 1:00 AM and ending after the time change. For instance, during a Saturday shift transitioning into Sunday, hours are calculated based on the new clock settings. To illustrate:

If you encounter discrepancies, verify times within Rotaready and adjust expectations accordingly.

Rotaready automatically manages shifts during DST without altering their original schedule. While there may be implications for total worked hours due to skipped or added clock time, you have options like stacking shifts to better manage and customize your rota schedule. If further discrepancies occur, verify against Rotaready's shift report for accuracy.