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Dynamics 365 Field Service : Schedule and visualize pools, crews, and Requirement groups on the schedule board

Dynamics 365 Field Service : Schedule and visualize pools, crews, and Requirement groups on the schedule board

In Dynamics 365 Field Service, the Schedule Board serves as a central hub for managing and visualizing resource allocations, including pools, crews, and requirement groups. Here's an overview of how each component functions within the Schedule Board:

Resource Pools

Resource pools are collections of interchangeable resources grouped together to fulfill service requirements. 

Key aspects include:

  • Creation and Management: Define a pool by grouping resources through the Bookable Resource Group entity. Each pool member inherits attributes like location and skills from the pool.
  • Scheduling: When booking a requirement, the Schedule Assistant can suggest the pool as a resource if the work can be distributed among its members. For instance, a one-hour task can be split between two resources available for 30 minutes each.
  • Visualization: On the Schedule Board, apply filters to view pools. Right-clicking a pool allows you to view its members and manage bookings. Bookings can be assigned to the pool or directly to individual members


Reference: [Schedule requirements to a resource pool - Dynamics 365 Field Service](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dynamics365/field-service/resource-pools)

Crews

Crews are predefined groups of resources that work together on specific tasks. Important features include:

  • Structure: A crew consists of multiple resources, with one designated as the leader. Crew members can be added through the Bookable Resource Group entity, specifying their role and availability.
  • Scheduling: Assigning a work order to a crew schedules all its members simultaneously. This ensures coordinated efforts, especially for tasks requiring multiple personnel.
  • Visualization: Crews appear on the Schedule Board with distinct icons. A gray area indicates the time range a resource is part of a crew, aiding dispatchers in recognizing group assignments.

Reference: [Group resources in crews - Dynamics 365 Field Service](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dynamics365/field-service/resource-crews)

Requirement Groups

Requirement groups enable the scheduling of multiple interdependent resources for complex tasks. Key points include:

  • Creation: Define a requirement group by grouping multiple resource requirements that need to be fulfilled together. This is useful for scenarios where tasks are interconnected.
  • Scheduling: Use the Schedule Assistant to find available resources that can collectively meet the group's requirements. The assistant considers factors like availability, skills, and location to suggest optimal combinations.
  • Visualization: While requirement groups aren't directly visible on the Schedule Board, their individual bookings can be viewed and managed, ensuring all related tasks are coordinated effectively.


Reference: [Schedule work with multiple requirements using requirement groups](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/dynamics365/field-service/multi-resource-scheduling-requirement-groups)

By effectively utilizing resource pools, crews, and requirement groups within the Schedule Board, organizations can optimize their field service operations, ensuring efficient resource allocation and improved service delivery.

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