Shift Templates field controls which shift templates can be assigned to the same recurring shift pattern.

Flexible shift duration

Useful when planners can choose between different shift lengths without maintaining separate recurring schedules.

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• Shift Templates: 6-hour Shift, 8-hour Shift

Alternative daily shifts

Useful when the same recurring schedule can be covered by different shift templates depending on operational demand.

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• Shift Templates: Morning Shift, Afternoon Shift

Standard and backup shifts

Useful when a recurring schedule normally uses one shift template but planners may switch to an alternative shift during absences or peak demand.

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• Shift Templates: Standard Shift
• Shift Templates: Backup Shift