28.3. Using Time Off

This section describes how to use Time Off application effectively

Click on the Time Off link on the left bar to start the Time Off application.

The My List screen shows all the time offs that have been requested by you. To see the history of all the time offs including approvals, click on the History link on the right.

28.3.1. Requesting a new time off

To request a new time off, click on the New Request link on the top button bar. This screen allows you to enter the details associated with the creation of the time off. Following are the fields that are used in all time off request:

  • Category - Select from a category that is set by your administrator. Typical categories are Vacations, Sick Leaves etc. When you select the category for time off you will also be shown your balance (if any)

  • Start Date - Select the date that you want to start your time off

  • End Date - Select the date that you want to end the time off

  • Description - Specify a detail description for your time off. The description given here will be shown to your approver and in the calendar (if enabled)

  • Request for - You can select Full Day or Hourly here. Select Full Day if you essentially need the whole day off. Select Hourly if you need a part of the day off. In the Hours Per Day field specify the number of hours you need off.

When a Time Off is requested, your approver will be sent an email and your request status will be shown as Pending. If the approver approves it, you will receive an email and the status of your request changes to Approved. If the approver rejects the time off, it will be shown as Rejected. After a time off request is approved, you can request cancellation by clicking on the Cancel Request button.