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| 9 June 2026 | Airspace World 2026: Building the Future of Workforce Scheduling Together Discover how rostering automation is shaping the future of workforce scheduling at Airspace World 2026. Explore more in our article. | Industry and events |
| 23 May 2025 | SkyRoster at Airspace World 2025: Innovation in Action, Insights on the Ground It’s a wrap! A part of the dedicated JLG Consulting team has just returned from an inspiring three-day journey at Airspace World 2025 in Lisbon, where we proudly showcased our product — SkyRoster, the future of ATM workforce scheduling. | Industry and events |
| 2 May 2025 | SkyRoster at Airspace World 2025: Reinventing Workforce Scheduling for ANSPs Discover how SkyRoster helps ANSPs simplify workforce scheduling. Visit Stand H2878 at Airspace World 2025 to see your roster optimised live. | Industry and events |
| 19 March 2025 | Implementing Fatigue Management Policies: Best Practices for Employers Discover best practices for fatigue management policies that blend scientific research, smart rostering automation, and continuous monitoring to enhance safety and well-being. | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 3 March 2025 | Introducing SkyRoster DECODED: Rostering Automation to Work Less for More Introducing SkyRoster DECODED: Rostering Automation to Work Less for More. Our podcast offers genuine, expert insights on workforce scheduling, fatigue management, and regulatory compliance—all transformed into concise, AI-generated episodes that deliver essential information quickly and efficiently. | Automation and technology |
| 24 February 2025 | Beyond Excel: Exploring Modern Solutions for Workforce Scheduling Challenges Explore the challenges of using Excel for 24/7 workforce management and the advantages of transitioning to rostering automation. Learn how this shift can significantly enhance operational efficiency, compliance, and employee morale in continuous operation industries. | Automation and technology |
| 9 January 2025 | AI-based Automated Rostering: A Balanced Approach for Workforce Management in 2025 Learn how AI-based automated rostering enhances workforce management in 2025 by improving efficiency, compliance, and employee satisfaction. | Automation and technology |
| 20 October 2024 | Happy International Air Traffic Controller Day! Celebrate International Air Traffic Controller Day on October 20th! Discover the crucial role of ATCOs in ensuring safe skies and explore the fascinating history of air traffic control, from early beginnings to modern advancements. Learn how scheduling and automation are shaping the future of ATC. Try SkyRoster with a 30-day free trial to experience the power of automated rostering today. | Industry and events |
| 26 September 2024 | Navigating Staff Shortages: SkyRoster’s Strategic Approach Enhances ANSP Efficiency and Safety Learn how SkyRoster addresses ANSP staffing shortages highlighted by IFATCA, enhancing efficiency and safety in air traffic management. | Rostering practice |
| 19 April 2024 | Transforming Railway Crew Rostering Through SkyRoster Efficient railway crew scheduling is crucial for the seamless operation of train services worldwide. SkyRoster, originally designed for the ATC industry, offers tailored solutions to optimize crew rosters, balancing cost-effectiveness with operational complexities. Discover how SkyRoster enhances efficiency in managing railway crew schedules. | Rostering practice |
| 13 March 2024 | What Features to Look for When Selecting a Rostering Staff Management Solution Explore essential features in roster management software that cater to the heart of your organisation: your people. Prioritise tools that promote productivity, work-life harmony, and are adaptable for environments needing utmost flexibility, like Air Traffic Control. | Automation and technology |
| 5 February 2024 | Overcoming Medical Staff Scheduling Challenges with Rostering Automation Discover how SkyRoster overcomes medical scheduling challenges, streamlining shift planning, ensuring regulatory compliance, and preventing staff burnout. | Rostering practice |
| 16 January 2024 | Transforming Medical Staff Rostering Through SkyRoster SkyRoster transforms healthcare scheduling by eliminating common pitfalls such as human errors and compliance issues. Upgrade to automated, real-time rostering for a more efficient and adaptable workforce. | Automation and technology |
| 20 December 2023 | SkyRoster: Seamless Real-Time Adjustments for Optimized Ground Staff Scheduling Discover how SkyRoster revolutionizes airport ground staff scheduling with seamless real-time adjustments, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. | Rostering practice |
| 23 November 2023 | Elevating ATC and Critical Industries with Rostering Automation Uncover how SkyRoster becomes a strategic asset for ANSPs and vital sectors, elevating critical workforce scheduling with its advanced features. | Rostering practice |
| 20 November 2023 | Transforming Ground Staff Scheduling with SkyRoster Explore how SkyRoster revolutionizes airport ground staff scheduling with advanced features for handling staff qualifications, preferences, and compliance, while ensuring cost efficiency and swift response to unforeseen events. Book a tour to see how SkyRoster enhances operational efficiency and safety. | Rostering practice |
| 20 July 2023 | ATC: Manual Scheduling vs. Rostering Automation Discover the landscape of manual rostering and the merits it brings, along with its potential pitfalls. Dive into the advantages and disadvantages of rostering automation, and understand the winds of change that are sweeping through the scheduling world. Find out how SkyRoster, a cutting-edge rostering automation platform, is transforming ATCOs scheduling, harmonizing automation and the human touch. | Automation and technology |
| 19 July 2023 | Transitioning Air Traffic Control Scheduling: Moving Beyond Spreadsheets to Rostering Automation Explore how transitioning from Excel to rostering automation can revolutionize Air Traffic Control scheduling. Understand Excel's limitations, the need for advanced solutions like SkyRoster, and the significant benefits of automating rostering processes. Start your journey towards efficient, error-free, and streamlined scheduling. | Automation and technology |
| 29 June 2023 | Navigating Complexity: Tackling Rostering Tasks in Air Traffic Control Discover the complexities of rostering tasks in Air Traffic Control (ATC) and explore practical strategies for optimizing your roster. Learn about challenges like shift coverage, skill matching, traffic demand, regulatory requirements, and more. Find out how to address these challenges using efficient planning, advanced scheduling techniques, and considerations for various factors. | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 21 June 2023 | Revolutionizing Constraint-Critical Workforce Scheduling through Rostering Automation The introduction of 24/7 constraint-critical workforce rostering platforms has revolutionized how organizations handle complex scheduling obstacles. This article explores the concept of 24/7 constraint-critical workforce rostering and its significant benefits in the aviation industry, with a particular emphasis on the invaluable advantages provided by platforms like SkyRoster for rostering Air Traffic Controllers. | Rostering practice |
| 16 May 2023 | Unleashing the Power of Workforce Roster Optimization: Custom Software or Off-the-Shelf Solutions? When businesses choose rostering tools, they often debate custom vs. off-the-shelf software for digital transformation needs. | Automation and technology |
| 19 April 2023 | Case Study: Tactical Roster Simulation for overtime distribution An ATC Unit with 96 ATCOs rostered in teams on a fixed shift pattern sees significant variations in terms of overtime distribution per individual staff and increased staff leakage during the night shifts. Compared to the previous simulation, in which 24 additional ATCOs were used to reduce overtime to under 300 hours per month, how is the workload distributed when deploying only the current headcount of 96 ATCOs? | Case studies |
| 10 April 2023 | Case Study: Increasing staffing to reduce overtime An ATC Unit with 96 ATCOs rostered in teams on a fixed shift pattern sees significant variations in terms of overtime distribution per individual staff, and increased staff leakage during the night shifts. How can the roster balance overtime shifts between available employees for a 1 month period (April 2022) and minimise leakage? | Case studies |
| 16 March 2023 | JLG Consulting & SkyRoster at Airspace World 2023 We had the pleasure of attending Airspace World 2023, the world's leading event for airspace and near-space management. | Industry and events |
| 22 January 2023 | Meet us at the Airspace World 2023 in Geneva! You can meet us at Airspace World where we will demonstrate how SkyRoster can help aviation companies automate their rostering processes. | Industry and events |
| 24 December 2022 | Welcoming FoxATM as a SkyRoster Ambassador! We are excited to announce that FoxATM has joined SkyRoster as a Brand Ambassador! FoxATM is a company that supports ANSPs, airports, and industry suppliers in their projects, offering a wealth of experience and expertise on demand. We are confident that this partnership will bring great value to both our companies and to the aviation community as a whole. We encourage everyone to check out FoxATM's website and see the amazing work they do. | Industry and events |
| 17 December 2022 | Welcoming Global Aviation Specialists Limited as the first SkyRoster Ambassador! We are excited to announce that Tom Harris and his team from GLOBAL AVIATION SPECIALISTS LTD have joined the SkyRoster family as our first Brand Ambassadors!Global Aviation Specialists is a team of passionate aviation experts with a wide range of experience in the industry. They provide a range of services, including airport management, air traffic management, and strategic aviation business services. At the core of their company ethos is a commitment to safety and quality. They strive to provid | Industry and events |
| 14 December 2022 | The 7 types of rest and crucial elements for fatigue management in ANSPs How can the 7 types of rest help prevent ATCOs’ fatigue? | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 11 December 2022 | SkyRoster Brand Ambassador Program: Supporting ANSPs in their transition to Rostering Automation To support the growing demand for Rostering Automation, we're excited to announce the launch of the SkyRoster Brand Ambassador Program! | Industry and events |
| 28 November 2022 | How to optimize your ATCO roster without investing in a rostering tool In the past year, there have been more and more customers, especially small and mid-sized ATC units, that were interested in evaluating the performance of their spreadsheet-based ATC rosters, but weren't yet in a position to commit to a company-wide rostering automation solution. Therefore, we have quickly adapted and opened up another business offering in the form of Rostering Automation Prototyping Services. What are Rostering Automation Prototyping Services (RAPS)?Well, imagine a small ATC un | Automation and technology |
| 21 November 2022 | How to create a fair duty roster with the Strategic Roster module? To maximize effectiveness, it must be crucial to create duty rosters that respect a fair workload distribution in the ANSP. | Rostering practice |
| 24 October 2022 | The charm of ATCO roster flexibility It is crucial to have a roster that respects the ANSP's need for flexibility, to make the most of employees' capabilities. | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 17 October 2022 | How does rostering automation make shift swapping easier? Rostering automation can make shift swapping much easier for employees and can have multiple benefits for the entire organization. | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 10 October 2022 | How to select a rostering automation platform for your ANSP? Selecting the right rostering platform needs time and complex analysis, but what steps must you consider when choosing it for your ANSP? | Automation and technology |
| 3 October 2022 | What influences and how to combat ATCOs' fatigue? Find out what effects shift work has on Air Traffic Controllers' fatigue. And how does that fatigue affect their everyday work? | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 26 September 2022 | Essential ROI variables when creating duty rosters Calculating the Return on Investment can help you estimate potential cost savings using rostering automation. | Rostering practice |
| 31 August 2022 | The dark side of not automating your work roster What are the problems with not automating your roster, and how will automation help you create effective schedules for your ANSP? Read more. | Automation and technology |
| 6 July 2022 | Not taking a break will break your well-being and productivity Not taking a break for an extended period or being stress-resistant at work is not cool. Why taking a break is a must for your well-being? | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 28 June 2022 | How can ATCOs improve focus? Rostering Automation - a key solution Working as an air traffic controller requires a lot of focus. Find out how to improve your focus in your personal and professional life. | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 7 June 2022 | How to Make the Best Use of Your Spare Time as a Roster Officer/ Line Manager/ Planning Manager In working for an ANSP, it is essential to be productive and efficient with your time. Find out how to make the best use of your spare time. | Rostering practice |
| 6 June 2022 | Usability of Blockchain in Aviation Blockchain is one of the leading innovative technologies in the market today. Find out more about its usability in the aviation industry. | Automation and technology |
| 23 May 2022 | Improving work-life balance for shift workers Shift work is necessary, but sometimes it implies many adverse effects for shift workers. So how to improve their work-life balance? | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 11 May 2022 | Why is a scheduling platform beneficial for your company? Find out how your company can benefit from a scheduling platform to improve your employees' work. | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 27 April 2022 | Managing Sleep Deprivation in 24/7 Shift Work By adopting a staff rostering automation software like SkyRoster, companies can reduce staff absenteeism, tardiness, and dissatisfaction. | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 14 December 2021 | How to Mitigate Shift Work Rostering-Induced Fatigue Fatigue is one of the most critical aspects to consider in any shift work design process since it is a potential risk factor for error. | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 24 November 2021 | How to Optimize Shift Planning on a Restricted Budget in any Air Traffic Control Organization Having to work with a strict budget usually builds up stress, because no one wants to go over the limit and be criticized by managers. ANSPs facing limitations on the budget may find it impossible to upgrade to Automated Rostering Platforms. What most managers don’t know is that available options are not as expensive as they think. In fact, ineffective scheduling is more often linked to the main reasons for loss of profit, so saving time and delivering efficient scheduling by using automation. | Rostering practice |
| 17 November 2021 | How to Do an Outstanding Sector Planning with Rostering Automation Defining the working positions and sectors that build different sector configurations, adjusting different sector opening times based. | Rostering practice |
| 10 November 2021 | How to Become a Successful Roster Officer in Your ANSP by Automating Repetitive Scheduling Process From saving costs and time to finding even better solutions for practical problems, automation shall be on top of the list. | Automation and technology |
| 3 November 2021 | The World ATM Congress 2021 Experience: the ATM Industry is Ready to Take Off The JLG Consulting delegation had the opportunity to participate with SkyRoster and gather unparalleled insights into key tech advancements. | Industry and events |
| 20 October 2021 | Happy Air Traffic Controllers Day 2021! Every year on the 20th of October, the International Day of Air Traffic Controllers is observed and celebrated across the world. It is a special day for all professionals who keep our air travel safe through their hard work and dedication. It is the day when we all can acknowledge, recognize and appreciate their sacrifice. Air Traffic Controllers work 24/7 to make air travel the safest mode of transportation. | Industry and events |
| 14 October 2021 | How to Boost the Wellbeing of Your Air Traffic Controllers with Rostering Automation Working as Air Traffic Controller, there is a constant need to find the optimum equilibrium between work and life balance. | Fatigue and wellbeing |
| 8 October 2021 | It's Time to Say Goodbye to Scheduling Air Traffic Controllers in Excel Why rostering Air Traffic Controllers in Excel is much worse than you might think. | Automation and technology |
| 1 October 2021 | Prototyping the Roster for an Understaffed Air Navigation Service Provider: Part 4 Executing the first two ATCO Rostering simulations on the lowest and highest demand for our understaffed ANSP. Developing ways to tackle understaffing. | Case studies |
| 21 September 2021 | Prototyping the Roster for an Understaffed Air Navigation Service Provider: Part 3 Create shift types, analyze the Sector Opening Time Table (SOT) to define the manpower requirements, and add balanced leaves for all ATCOs. | Case studies |
| 10 September 2021 | Prototyping the Roster for an Understaffed Air Navigation Service Provider: Part 2 Defining license requirements and importing staff data for prototyping the ATCO Roster for an understaffed air traffic control organization. | Case studies |
| 2 September 2021 | Prototyping the Roster for an Understaffed Air Navigation Service Provider: Part 1 Test and validate the parameters of the new roster for the operational personnel in 3 to 6 ATC units of an understaffed ANSP. | Case studies |
| 27 August 2021 | How to Implement ATCO Rostering Automation with SkyRoster: A Step-by-Step Guide Today we'll learn how to get started with the SkyRoster Cloud Platform. You will find in this article how to Sign-up for the SkyRoster Free Plan and how to configure the application, in order to create your first automated ATCO Roster. | Rostering practice |
| 19 August 2021 | ATCO Rostering Automation during COVID-19 Pandemic: How to Get the Best Out of It Increasing ATCO Rostering flexibility and efficiency, while enhancing wellbeing and reducing fatigue risks - a new technological horizon opens the doors to the future of ATCO Rostering Automation. And now it's the perfect time to jump in. | Automation and technology |
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Five years of SkyRoster's own writing, kept at its original addresses
These 58 posts ran on the previous skyroster.com between 2021 and 2026. We moved them here rather than let five years of search ranking and external citations rot behind a redirect. The writing is dated: it reflects what the product and the market looked like when each piece was published, not a rewrite for today. Where an old figure turned out to be one we can no longer stand behind, the article carries a notice rather than a silent edit.