Optimize has been designed with initiatives such as Improving Working Lives and family friendly policies in mind. Self-rostering provides more choice and flexibility. Some staff may opt for annualised hours or term-time working which can also be accommodated. The system stores their preferences and tracks their hours, so managers can prepare rosters that balance staff flexibility, clinical safety and cost saving.

Yes. Optimize holds 'personal times' for each person which can be set for any day, shift and/or activity. A ‘personal times’ indicator alerts the manager so s/he can check the impact on the shift cover.

No. Days can be flagged as Not Available and cascaded forward so that they appear in all rosters.