Independent contractors can now use the Forecasted Shifts feature to automatically populate their timesheets.
This feature is specifically designed for hourly, pay-as-you-go contractors who need to log specific durations to receive payment. Using this feature, contractors can ensure consistent time tracking while maintaining the necessary flexibility to adjust hours prior to the final pay cycle cutoff.
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How to Enable and Customise Forecasted Shift
How to Enable and Customise Forecasted Shift
Follow this workflow to get started:
1. Access Time Tracking: Log in to your deel account and navigate to the Time Tracking tab.
2. Enable the Forecast : Click the Manage Forecast button. This will open a side drawer where you can configure how you want your timesheet to be filled.
3. Choose Your Schedule Source: You have two primary options for how the system predicts your hours:
Client-Assigned Schedule: Automatically fills your timesheet based on the daily schedule your client has set for you.
Custom Weekly Schedule: Allows you to define your own routine by setting specific start and end times for each day of the week.
4. Adjust and Apply Changes: If you need to deviate from the standard schedule, you can make manual adjustments within the drawer. For example, if you change your Monday end time from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., you can select "Apply to all days" to instantly update your entire week.
5. Save and Sync: Once you hit Save, the system forecasts all future shifts based on your new parameters. These will appear immediately in your timesheet.
Frequently Asked Questions
[ACCORDION] What happens if my actual hours differ from the forecast?
You can manually edit any forecasted shift directly in your timesheet at any time before the pay cycle cutoff.
[ACCORDION] Can I switch between a client-assigned and a custom schedule?
Yes. By returning to the Manage Forecast drawer, you can toggle between the two modes or update your custom hours as your project needs evolve.
[ACCORDION] When do the forecasted shifts become "official"?
The shifts remain editable throughout the pay period. They are only finalized for processing once the pay cycle reaches its cutoff point, giving you plenty of time to ensure accuracy.