> Defining Shifts

Define the shifts used within the organization.

Follow these steps to define shifts.

  1. Open the Shifts form (WNSHIF).

  2. Shift—Enter a unique code identifying the shift.

  3. Description—Enter a description of the shift.

  4. Organization—Click to select the organization to which the shift belongs if you use multi-organization security.

  5. Class—Click to select the class of the shift. The classes shown belong to the SHIF entity.

  6. Days—Enter the number of days in the shift.

  7. Start date—Enter the date the shift goes into effect. For example, if the workweek begins on Monday, ensure that this date is a Monday.

  8. Choose File | Save from the menu bar. Datastream 7i saves the information to the database.