Scheduling and AI Labor Forecasting
Deputy's drag-and-drop scheduler lets managers build rosters in minutes, with AI labor forecasting built in to predict busy periods based on historical foot traffic and sales data. For hotels and resorts juggling multiple departments — front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage — this means far less manual guesswork when staffing levels shift seasonally.
Time and Attendance
Staff clock in and out via the Deputy app, a kiosk, or facial recognition. The system flags early departures, late starts, and overtime in real time, giving managers the information to act before labor costs spiral. Timesheets flow directly into payroll, eliminating manual data entry and the errors that come with it.
Compliance and Award Interpretation
Deputy was built with multi-jurisdiction compliance in mind, particularly for the Australian and UK markets where award and enterprise agreement interpretation is complex. It automatically calculates penalty rates, overtime, and break entitlements based on the applicable rules.
Integrations and Payroll Connectivity
Deputy connects to most major payroll providers — Xero, ADP, Gusto, QuickBooks, and others — along with property management systems and point-of-sale platforms. This end-to-end data flow from PMS to timesheet to payroll is increasingly important for multi-site hospitality groups.
Mobile-First for Frontline Teams
The Deputy mobile app handles shift swaps, leave requests, team messaging, and task checklists. Staff at remote properties — cabins, glamping sites, or island resorts — can manage their availability and pick up open shifts without needing desktop access.