Coast App

Overview

Coast is a free employee scheduling and shift swapping app designed to simplify workforce management for shift-based businesses. The platform emphasizes ease of use and mobile accessibility.

Key Features

• Free Shift Swap App: Completely free for all businesses regardless of size
• Mobile-First Design: Optimized for smartphones to give employees schedule access on the go
• Real-Time Schedule Updates: Changes sync instantly across all team members' devices
• Shift Trading: Employees can offer shifts and pick up available shifts from coworkers
• Team Communication: Built-in messaging for coordinating shift coverage
• Schedule Publishing: Create and share work schedules with the entire team
• Availability Management: Employees can set their availability preferences

Shift Swapping Process

1. Employee marks a shift as available for trade
2. Other team members are notified about the open shift
3. Qualified employees can claim the shift
4. Manager receives notification and approves the swap
5. Schedule automatically updates for both employees

Benefits for Businesses

• Zero cost for scheduling and shift management
• Reduces administrative time spent on schedule changes
• Improves shift coverage and reduces understaffing
• Increases employee satisfaction through schedule flexibility
• Minimizes no-shows and last-minute callouts

Benefits for Employees

• Greater control over work schedules
• Easy way to handle personal conflicts
• Opportunity to pick up extra shifts
• Direct communication with coworkers about coverage

Best For

• Small to medium-sized businesses
• Restaurants and cafes
• Retail stores
• Hospitality businesses
• Any organization with shift workers on a budget

Pricing

Completely free to use for all features.