Nowsta provides a cloud‑based workforce platform that combines AI‑driven scheduling, talent acquisition, geofenced time‑and‑attendance, and payroll integration for hourly and contingent staff. The system automates shift planning, onboarding, compliance monitoring, and wage calculations while offering a mobile app for workers to manage schedules and clock‑in/out.
Funding
$35M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Businesses that rely on hourly or contingent staff face fragmented tools for recruiting, scheduling, time tracking, and payroll, leading to excessive manual effort, scheduling errors, and compliance risks. Inconsistent shift coverage and delayed payments further increase labor costs and employee turnover.
Solution
Nowsta delivers a unified workforce platform that consolidates sourcing, scheduling, time‑and‑attendance, compliance, and payroll integration into a single cloud‑based system. AI‑driven scheduling algorithms generate optimal shift plans, incorporate demand forecasts, and enable self‑service shift swaps to cut scheduling time by up to 80%. Integrated talent intelligence surfaces qualified candidates and streamlines onboarding through a built‑in ATS. Real‑time geofencing and automated clock‑in/out provide accurate attendance data, while built‑in compliance checks ensure adherence to labor regulations. Payroll data syncs directly with existing payroll and accounting solutions, automating wage calculations and reducing processing time. A mobile‑first interface gives workers instant access to schedules, shift claims, and pay information, improving engagement and reducing no‑shows.
Target Audience
Nowsta serves enterprises and mid‑size organizations in hospitality, retail, events, and other sectors that manage large hourly or contingent workforces, as well as their operations and finance teams responsible for staffing and payroll.
Features
- AI‑powered schedule builder with demand forecasting, reusable templates, and auto‑fill of open shifts
- Geofenced time‑and‑attendance tracking, automated alerts, and one‑click timesheet export
- Integrated ATS and talent intelligence for rapid sourcing, candidate ranking, and digital onboarding
- Seamless payroll and accounting system integrations that automate wage calculations and compliance reporting
- Real‑time labor cost analytics, budget alerts, and overtime prevention tools
- Mobile app for workers to view schedules, claim swaps, clock in/out, and receive notifications
- Built‑in compliance engine that monitors labor law requirements and generates audit‑ready documentation