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Schedule work from home for employees

Last updated May 27, 2025 · Tushar Agarwal

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This feature allows HR/Admin users to schedule specific days as Work from Home (WFH) for employees based on their shift plans. Ideal for planning remote work in advance and ensuring clarity across teams.

Settings → Work from Home → Schedule

Step-by-step instructions

  1. Access the Schedule tab:
    • Navigate to the Settings section.
    • Select Work from Home → Schedule.
  2. View the employee WFH calendar:
    • The calendar displays each employee’s current shift and WFH assignments.
    • Use the filters to search by department, location, or employee name.
  3. Assign Work from Home:
    • Click a specific date cell in the calendar corresponding to an employee.
    • Check the "Work from Home" box to assign WFH for that day.
  4. Save the schedule:
    • Once assigned, click Save.
    • The WFH entry is reflected in the employee’s shift calendar.

Tip: Use this feature to pre-define weekly/monthly WFH days for hybrid teams or role-based flexibility.

Frequently asked questions

Can I track when an employee worked from home?

Yes, you can view and manage WFH history using two modules:

Option 1: Using the Schedule tab

  1. Navigate to Settings → Work from Home → Schedule.
  2. View the WFH calendar to see assigned WFH dates and shift details for each employee.

Option 2: Using the Cards tab

  1. Go to Settings → Work from Home → Cards.
  2. View or download detailed shift cards with attendance, work mode, and date-wise logs.

=> These tools offer a clear overview of past WFH activity for audits or performance tracking.

How do I enable half-day or quarter-day work from home?

Admins can configure Work From Home (WFH) settings to allow employees to apply for Half Day or Quarter Day WFH. This flexibility ensures better attendance tracking and helps accommodate short remote work requests.

Steps to enable

  1. Log in as an admin.
  2. Navigate to:
    Control Panel → Settings → Work From Home → Configuration.

  3. Enable the Work From Home option.
  4. Enable the Minimum WFH Period setting.
  5. In the dropdown menu, select both Half Day and Quarter Day options.
  6. Click Save to apply the configuration.