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How to Create Shift Reports in Dashpivot

Create structured shift reports in Dashpivot with tables, dropdown lists, and automated calculations to keep teams aligned across shift handovers.

Written by Tammy Slattery

Introduction

Dashpivot gives teams a consistent way to document shift activities, track progress, and hand over critical information between shifts. Structured shift report forms reduce downtime, support safety, and keep production on track across continuously operating projects.

How it works

Key features

  • Add default tables for structured data input

  • Use dropdown and multiple choice lists for common entries to speed up reporting and keep terminology consistent

  • Use formulas to automate calculations and create summaries with cross-table referencing

  • Access and complete shift reports from mobile on site

Best practices

  1. Group shift activities, progress updates, and key observations into a default table

  2. Use dropdown and multiple choice lists to keep inputs consistent for things like shift type, activity categories, and issue types

  3. Automate key calculations like total downtime, production output, or task completion rates to remove manual errors

Storm AI Templates

Use Storm AI Templates to generate shift report forms tailored to your project needs.

Getting Started

Browse free templates in Dashpivot to get started with shift reports. Go to Templates > Browse free templates.

Search for "Shift Handover Report" and add it to your account. You can update the template name, contents, and settings after adding it.

Learn more

Learn more about time and materials software.

FAQs

Can I access shift reports on mobile?
Yes. Shift reports can be completed from the Dashpivot mobile app, making it easy for teams to report on site without returning to a desktop.

Can I automate calculations in my shift reports?
Yes. Use Dashpivot formulas and cross-table referencing to automate totals like downtime, production output, or task completion rates.

Can I customise the free shift report template?
Yes. Once added to your account, you can update the template name, fields, and settings to match your project's reporting requirements.

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