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Dynamics 365 Field Service :Configure working hours and working hour templates

Dynamics 365 Field Service :Configure working hours and working hour templates

In Dynamics 365 Field Service, Working Hours and Working Hour Templates are essential tools used to define and manage the availability of resources (like technicians, crews, or facilities) for scheduling and dispatching purposes. 

Working Hours

Working Hours specify the exact times during which a resource is available for work. This information helps the schedule board, resource scheduling optimization (RSO), and other scheduling tools to assign work orders efficiently and avoid conflicts.

Key Features:

  • Defined per resource, facility, or organizational unit.
  • Can include specific start and end times per day.
  • Supports multiple time slots in a single day (e.g., split shifts).
  • Takes into account time zones.
  • Allows for exceptions (e.g., holidays, breaks, or time off).

Example:

A technician might be available from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM and again from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday. These are set up in their working hours calendar.

Working Hour Templates

Working Hour Templates are reusable sets of working hours that can be applied to multiple resources or organizational units. Instead of manually setting working hours for each resource, you can create a template and apply it uniformly.

Benefits:

  • Saves time and ensures consistency.
  • Helps onboard new resources faster.
  • Makes it easier to manage organizational changes.

Use Case Example:

You create a "Standard Weekday Shift" template (Monday to Friday, 9 AM–5 PM) and apply it to all newly onboarded field technicians.

How to Use

  • Navigate to Resource Settings → Working Hours.
  • Choose a resource and select Change Work Hours.
  • You can set hours manually or apply a template.
  • To create or manage templates, go to Settings → Scheduling → Working Hour Templates.

Importance in Field Service

  • Enables accurate scheduling of work orders based on technician availability.
  • Improves dispatching efficiency by reducing missed appointments and delays.
  • Aligns scheduling with business hours and service level agreements (SLAs).
  • Critical for optimizing resource utilization and customer satisfaction.

In short, Working Hours and Working Hour Templates ensure your resources are available when needed, while maintaining flexibility and consistency across your workforce.

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