An AI-driven workforce management tool that automates shift queries, swap requests, and manager approvals for retail environments.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install shift-scheduler
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install shift-scheduler using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is Shift Scheduler?
Shift Scheduler is a powerful integration for Openclaw Skills designed to bridge the gap between static rotas and dynamic workplace needs. It empowers employees to query their schedules in natural language while providing managers with a centralized system for oversight and automated conflict resolution. By connecting directly to sources like Google Sheets, Excel, or WeCom, it transforms administrative scheduling into a conversational experience.
This skill serves as the operational backbone for retail teams, ensuring that shift data is always accessible and actionable. Beyond simple lookups, it actively manages the logistics of swaps and time-off requests, maintaining a historical log to ensure fair labor practices and optimal floor coverage.
Shift Scheduler Use Cases
- Staff checking shift start times, end times, and specific floor locations via chat.
- Managers requesting real-time reports of who is currently on duty or scheduled for upcoming blocks.
- Employees initiating shift swap requests or time-off applications without manual paperwork.
- Ensuring high-priority escalations are routed to the correct on-call manager based on the current live schedule.
How Shift Scheduler Works
- The AI agent identifies the user's identity by matching their WeCom ID or name against the authorized staff list.
- The system pulls current shift data from the configured source, such as a Google Sheet or local CSV file.
- For queries, the skill parses the schedule to provide immediate answers regarding timings and colleagues on duty.
- For swap or leave requests, the skill initiates a logic flow: checking for conflicts, verifying availability, and routing the request to a manager (L1/L2) for digital approval.
- Upon approval, the skill updates the master schedule and triggers notifications to all affected parties.
Shift Scheduler Setup
To integrate this capability into your Openclaw Skills library, configure the data source in your skills_config.shift-scheduler file. Use the following steps for initial setup:
# 1. Prepare your schedule data (Excel, CSV, or Google Sheets link)
# 2. Configure the shift-scheduler skill in your configuration file
# 3. Run the parsing script to validate your initial data format
python3 scripts/parse_schedule.py --file your_schedule.xlsx
Shift Scheduler Data Schema & Taxonomy
The Shift Scheduler organizes data through a structured pipeline to ensure high availability and accuracy for Openclaw Skills users:
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Staff List | Mapping of employee names to unique IDs (WeCom/Internal). |
| Shift Record | Start/End times, assigned location, and break durations. |
| Swap History | Log of previous shift exchanges to prevent frequency abuse. |
| Approval Chain | Logic routing for L1 (Store Manager) and L2 (Regional/Admin) permissions. |
All data is stored in a structured JSON format after being processed by the internal parser.
Shift Scheduler Advanced Features
- Proactive Reminders: Automatically send shift alerts to employees 12 hours before their start time.
- Intelligent Conflict Detection: Validates new schedules to ensure no double-bookings or gaps in coverage larger than 2 hours.
- Dynamic On-Call Routing: Integrates with complaint-handler and inventory skills to route emergency alerts to the specific manager currently on the clock.
- Automated Archiving: Keeps a historical record of previous schedules for labor compliance and reporting.
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