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Custom shifts for one-off requirements or complex schedules

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Date Published
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Mandi Walls
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1,458
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Language
English
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Summary

PagerDuty's introduction of Custom Shifts within the Shift-Based Schedules feature provides teams with enhanced flexibility to accommodate varied on-call needs, such as special events, major deployments, and other ad hoc requirements. These Custom Shifts can be integrated into existing schedules or used to create new ones, allowing for more complex and personalized scheduling solutions. Users can add shifts manually through the platform or programmatically using the PagerDuty API, which involves crafting JSON requests that specify shift details such as start and end times, as well as assigned users. The API supports the creation of intricate schedules like the 28-day DuPont schedule, which involves rotating shifts among teams, demonstrating the potential for managing even the most complex scheduling scenarios. This functionality enables organizations to tailor their on-call strategies beyond standard weekly rotations, ensuring that coverage is aligned with specific operational needs.

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