This Shift Worker Sunday, we’re celebrating the people who keep the world running—shift after shift
This year’s theme, Better Together, highlights a simple truth; as AI transforms the world of work, the future isn’t about choosing between technology or shift workers — it’s about elevating both, together.
Better Together is about what happens when AI and human connection work side by side. Technology empowers people to make smarter, more informed decisions, while humans bring the empathy & care that make workplaces thrive.
Why Shift Worker Sunday matters
When shift workers feel seen, supported, and empowered, workplaces thrive. Cultures grow stronger, customers feel the difference, and every shift becomes a chance to make an impact on those you serve.
At Deputy, we believe the future belongs to teams powered by both human connection and intelligent technology. Shift Worker Sunday celebrates that partnership—highlighting how the empathy, adaptability, and creativity of shift workers are elevated by AI tools that forecast demand, simplify scheduling, and bring greater fairness to every shift.
Together, they make shift work more connected, efficient, and deeply human—because shift workers + AI are better together.
98% believe human connection and empathy are essential, and can’t be replaced by AI
AI brings foresight to your business, but the empathy and human connection your shift workers bring help turn good operations into great customer experiences, letting your people lead the way as AI supports their everyday work.
48% of shift workers say AI is used in their workplace
Shift-based businesses are already using AI; from building better rosters and automating ordering to streamlining labour forecasting and tackling time-consuming tasks behind the scenes. The result: more predictability and less manual work, from the open to close of every shift.
94% feel AI has made their job easier
By taking the busywork out of every shift, your people can be more present on the frontlines, giving shift workers time for the moments that truly matter.
98% believe human connection and empathy are essential, and can’t be replaced by AI
AI brings foresight to your business, but the empathy and human connection your shift workers bring help turn good operations into great customer experiences, letting your people lead the way as AI supports their everyday work.
48% of shift workers say AI is used in their workplace
Shift-based businesses are already using AI; from building better rosters and automating ordering to streamlining labour forecasting and tackling time-consuming tasks behind the scenes. The result: more predictability and less manual work, from the open to close of every shift.
82%
think their company should invest more in these tools
90%
say using AI has increased efficiency
77%
feel more valued now their workplaces use AI
66%
say AI has positively impacted customer service
Deputy, Better Together: How AI and Human Connection Will Transform Frontline Work, 2025
Deputy AI elevates your team’s human potential
Behind every great shift are the people who power your business—and the technology that supports and empowers them. Deputy’s AI-powered people platform simplifies every schedule, shift, and decision—so your team can focus on what matters most: creating the moments that delight customers and keep work human at heart.
Intelligent technology that drives profit
Deputy AI turns scheduling into a profit driver — aligning labour to demand and maximising every hour on the floor. With predictive forecasts tailored to your business rules, you can build profitable, compliant schedules in seconds and always have the right people in the right place at the right time.
Automation that streamlines the way you work
Deputy AI is your intelligent teammate, anticipating needs, simplifying complexity, and removing the guesswork from everyday operations. From optimising labour and reducing payroll errors to boosting retention and driving smarter decisions, Deputy AI automates the busywork so you can focus on leading your people.
Human connection at the heart of every shift
With Deputy AI, managers are free to focus on building high-performing teams while shift workers deliver the human connection that drives your business. Our intelligent technology works behind the scenes to support everyday work, so shift workers can turn good operations into great customer experiences.
How to get involved this
Shift Worker Sunday
This Shift Worker Sunday, join us in celebrating the shift workers who power your business, and help us showcase how, through their dedication and hard work, we’re reminded of what better together truly means.
Celebrate your team
Host a team recognition moment or highlight a standout team member. Capture photos or videos to bring their impact to life.
Tag @Deputy
Tag @Deputy and use #SWS25 and #BetterTogether to join the conversation on LinkedIn and across all social platforms.
Join the movement
Repost Deputy’s Better Together campaign to amplify the message. We’ll feature standout moments on LinkedIn throughout the day.
