Papershift
Europe's most loved cloud-based software for staff rota planning, time tracking, and workforce management, designed for shift-based businesses in retail, hospitality, and other industries requiring efficient employee scheduling.
Last updated: 2026-03-18 16:08
Overview
Papershift emerged in 2015 and is headquartered in Karlsruhe, Germany. The platform is Europe's most loved software for staff rota planning, time tracking and overall workforce management on the cloud, trusted by over 200,000+ users.
Key Features
Shift Planning
- Manage shifts, absences, vacations and employee time tracking on any online device
- Employees request leave and give availability
- Auto-fill the weekly rota in three clicks
- Create and share schedules instantly
Time Tracking
- Accurate employee time tracking anywhere with Papershift app
- Stationary time recording where employees can verify themselves with a PIN number or signature
- Digital time tracking that is more reliable and faster than paper timesheets
- Mobile app for iOS and Android
Workforce Management
- Absence planning and vacation management
- Service and shift planning
- 100% rota coverage guarantee
- Staff rota to payroll integration
Target Industries
Particularly useful for small and medium businesses across:
- Retail & Supermarkets
- Hospitality
- Food & Beverages
- Chain Stores
- Other shift-based workforce industries
Availability
- Shift planning software rated 4.9/5 by shift planners
- 14 days free trial available
- Internet Platform with online availability of at least 99% per calendar quarter
- European-based with servers in Germany
Pricing
Contact vendor for pricing information. Free trial available for 14 days.
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