European Market Focus and Compliance
Planday was founded in Denmark and acquired by Xero, giving it particular strength in European markets where labor law compliance — including working time directives, rest period requirements, and complex collective agreements — is a scheduling reality.
Shift Scheduling and Availability Management
Planday's visual scheduling interface is clean and approachable for managers who aren't tech-native. Staff can submit availability and time-off requests through the app, and the system surfaces conflicts before they become problems.
Punch Clock and Time Tracking
The Planday punch clock works on tablets, smartphones, or dedicated hardware, and ties clocked hours directly to payroll calculations. Managers can set geo-fencing restrictions so staff can only clock in when physically on-site.
Team Communication
Built-in messaging and announcement tools keep staff informed without relying on personal WhatsApp groups or email chains.
Xero Integration and Payroll Flow
As a Xero company, Planday has a tight native integration with Xero payroll, making the scheduling-to-payroll workflow seamless for properties already using Xero for accounting.