Rostering: meaning, definitions and examples

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rostering

 

[ ˈrɒstərɪŋ ]

Context #1

work scheduling

The process of creating and managing work schedules for employees. Rostering involves assigning shifts, managing time off requests, and ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts.

Synonyms

scheduling, shift planning, work allocation

Examples of usage

  • Rostering can be a challenging task, especially in industries with round-the-clock operations.
  • After implementing a new software system, the company saw significant improvements in rostering efficiency.
  • The manager spent hours each week on rostering to ensure that all shifts were covered adequately.

Translations

Translations of the word "rostering" in other languages:

🇵🇹 escalonamento

🇮🇳 कार्यक्रम निर्धारण

🇩🇪 Dienstplanerstellung

🇮🇩 penjadwalan

🇺🇦 складання розкладу

🇵🇱 tworzenie grafików

🇯🇵 ロスタリング

🇫🇷 planification des équipes

🇪🇸 creación de turnos

🇹🇷 vardiya planlaması

🇰🇷 로스터 작성

🇸🇦 إعداد الجداول الزمنية

🇨🇿 tvorba rozpisů

🇸🇰 tvorba rozvrhu

🇨🇳 排班

🇸🇮 razporejanje

🇮🇸 áætlunargerð

🇰🇿 кесте жасау

🇬🇪 განრიგების შედგენა

🇦🇿 cədvəl tərtibi

🇲🇽 creación de turnos

Word origin

The term 'rostering' originated from the word 'roster', which dates back to the 1720s in the context of military lists. Over time, it evolved to encompass work scheduling in various industries. The practice of rostering has become essential for organizations to effectively manage their workforce and ensure operational efficiency.

See also: roster.