Frequently Asked Questions about ScheduleWriter

What type of business can use ScheduleWriter?
Any type of business that has employees, including hospitality, healthcare, retail, service, government,  media, manufacturing, financial services, or an association - if you've got employees then ScheduleWriter can schedule them.

Why do I need ScheduleWriter if I can write schedules by hand?
To save time. Keeping your employee data on file will let you create schedules by dragging and dropping rather than writing and erasing. It will also help you reduce under and over shifting and reduce your labor costs in the process.

Can I use ScheduleWriter on more than one computer at a time?
The activation process for the standard SoftCafe CD license supports installation on up to two computers. The SoftCafe product license agreement allows the primary user to install the product on a primary computer and also a home or laptop computer for his or her use. If you need to simultaneously use the software on more PC's, you can add PC's to your license.

Can I schedule part-time employees?
Yes. ScheduleWriter keeps track of each employee's 'hours of availability' and 'shift restrictions' and alerts you to potential conflicts during the scheduling process.

How many employees can I schedule?
Any number. There is no limit to the number of employees that can be scheduled.

Will ScheduleWriter tell me if I have enough employees scheduled?
Yes, ScheduleWriter lets you view at a glance how many people are scheduled, letting you see if you are under or over staffed.

Can I set my own start and end times for each employee?
Yes. You can schedule employees by shift or set individual start and end times for each employee.

Is ScheduleWriter guaranteed?
Yes. If not 100% satisfied, you can return it within 30 days for a full refund.

Can I use ScheduleWriter at more than one location?
Yes, the ScheduleWriter CD package comes with a 2-User license that lets you install and use ScheduleWriter on 2 PC's. If you want to add additional users to your license you can do that too at a reduced cost.

Do you offer support if I have a question after purchase?
Yes, free support is available from SoftCafe support specialists for all current versions of our software.

Is there a network version of ScheduleWriter?
No, however ScheduleWriter can be customized to run on a network.

Will ScheduleWriter work on a Mac?
Yes. With the introduction of Apple's Boot Camp, you can now run Windows  programs, including ScheduleWriter, on a Mac. See Apple's site for more details.