The Ultimate Shift Work Management Software: StaffAny

StaffAny is a Singapore-based workforce management platform that helps businesses streamline scheduling, track time, manage payroll, and improve communication with hourly employees. The platform brings together real-time scheduling, automated timesheets, leave management, and performance tracking in a single system. By reducing administrative burdens and making processes transparent for both employers and employees, StaffAny creates a smoother, more efficient work environment across industries like food and beverage, retail, gyms, events, maintenance, and healthcare.

Janson Seah, co-founder and CEO, recalls how the idea for StaffAny emerged from firsthand experiences. Managing a bar during his university days exposed him to the frustrations of scheduling and payroll for hourly staff. "I saw inefficiencies everywhere and realized there had to be a better way," he says. He and his co-founders discovered through hackathons and the NUS Overseas College program in 2017 that they worked well together and shared a passion for solving these problems. StaffAny was born from that synergy and a clear mission: to simplify workforce management while creating an environment of trust.

From Challenges to Solutions

StaffAny’s mission is reflected in every feature of its platform. The software not only automates repetitive tasks but also gives employees transparency over their schedules, hours worked, and performance. “Our vision is to enable a connected workforce built on trust and transparency,” Janson explains. “We want everyone in the team to focus on what truly matters instead of wrestling with administrative hassles.”

In the early days, the team faced significant hurdles. The first version of the product was a minimal web app that had not been fully validated with users. “We made the classic mistake of being too far removed from the people we wanted to serve,” he admits. To correct this, the team conducted over 100 door-to-door interviews to understand the challenges businesses faced in managing hourly staff. This hands-on approach ensured the platform addressed real-world problems and created tangible benefits for both managers and employees.

Growth and Impact Across Industries

StaffAny’s expansion across industries followed naturally once the platform proved its value. Initially focused on restaurants, cafes, and bars, the company quickly expanded to gyms, retailers, events companies, processing plants, and maintenance teams. “We are exploring other verticals such as healthcare, hotels, and field services,” Janson says. The platform’s flexibility allows it to adapt to different workforce sizes, operational needs, and regulatory environments, making it a versatile tool for hourly workforce management.

Employees can easily access their schedules, timesheets, and performance metrics while businesses enjoy a clear pricing model without hidden fees or complicated contracts. “By making information accessible and clear, we empower both employers and employees to make informed decisions,” Janson notes. This transparency builds trust, strengthens workplace morale, and encourages accountability.

The platform proves especially valuable during unpredictable periods such as peak hours, seasonal surges, or sudden staff absences. Real-time scheduling and alerts allow businesses to adapt quickly, minimizing disruption and keeping service standards high. Employees benefit from timely updates and clear communication, reducing confusion and fostering reliability.

Technology with a Human Touch

StaffAny blends technology with a human-centered approach. Employees are treated as active participants rather than numbers on a timesheet, while managers gain insights that help them optimize staffing, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency. Data-driven features allow businesses to track trends, identify patterns in absenteeism or productivity, and make strategic staffing decisions.

Despite technological sophistication, Janson emphasizes that the experience remains human-focused. Customer support offers guidance and collaboration to ensure businesses maximize the platform’s benefits. This combination of tech and human touch has helped StaffAny grow its user base and strengthen client loyalty.

Janson reflects on the team’s approach, “Every update we make is guided by the feedback of the people who use our product every day.” This commitment to listening and iterating has positioned StaffAny as more than just a software provider; it has become a trusted partner for businesses managing hourly workforces.

Building the Future of Hourly Work

Janson envisions a future where StaffAny enables a fully connected workforce. Scheduling, payroll, and communication will integrate seamlessly, allowing employees and managers to collaborate in real time. “We want to make shift work simple and transparent so everyone can focus on what really matters,” he says.

As businesses increasingly rely on flexible labor models, StaffAny plans to expand further across industries and geographies while maintaining its commitment to trust and efficiency. For Janson, the ultimate goal is to create workplaces where communication is clear, schedules are predictable, and both managers and employees feel supported. By combining automation with transparency and human insight, StaffAny demonstrates that even hourly work can be organized, fair, and empowering.

“We aim to build a connected workforce based on trust and transparency, so everyone can truly do what matters,” Janson says. That simple principle drives the company’s ongoing growth and sets the stage for continued innovation in workforce management.

Janson Seah, Co-Founder & CEO, StaffAny

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