Replacement Guide

How to Build Your Own TeamSense

Replace TeamSense with a custom build. The only text-first, fully automated absence reporting system

Weekend Project
20 features5 integrationsOne weekend

Estimated Timeline

Based on 20 features at Weekend Project difficulty, expect about One weekend with AI-assisted development.

1
Setup & scaffolding
2 hours
2
Core features
4-6 hours
3
Polish & deploy
2 hours

Recommended Tech Stack

Next.js 14

Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components

Supabase

PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions

Tailwind CSS

Utility-first styling for rapid UI development

Prisma

Type-safe ORM for complex relational data models

Key Features to Replicate

Top features across 8 categories. See all 20 features

Analytics(3 features)

Analytics and Heat MapsAIPremium

Reveals trends and patterns that drive absences, providing insights into what's causing attendance issues

Policy Query InsightsAIPremium

Admin access to insights that surface employee questions and gaps in policy content

Real-Time Performance InsightsAIPremium

Gives leaders real-time visibility into trends, engagement, and performance across every site

Communication(3 features)

Automated TranslationsAI

Automatic translation of all messages into employee's preferred language

Broadcast Messaging

Send updates, safety notices, or reminders to the full workforce, subgroups, or individuals instantly

Multi-Language SupportAI

Automatically translates messages and communications into employees' preferred language across 30+ languages

Integration(3 features)

API-Based HRIS & Payroll Integrations

Connects to backend systems to enable additional workflows and keep data synchronized

HRIS Integration

Absences sync instantly with HRIS systems, ensuring employee data and attendance points stay up to date

SFTP Integration

Secure file transfer integration for data exchange with backend systems

Attendance Management(2 features)

Interactive Voice Response (IVR)

Allows employees to report unscheduled absences via phone call in addition to SMS

SMS-Based Absence Reporting

Employees can text their absence in a few taps, selecting a reason for quick, accurate documentation without voicemails

Automation(2 features)

Custom WorkflowsPremium

Ability to configure custom automated workflows tailored to specific operational needs

Workflow Automation

Automates workflows including overtime requests, PPE sizing, safety incident reports, pulse surveys, shift preferences, and transportation requests

Employee Portal(2 features)

Employee Attendance Visibility

Employees can see their absence history, points balances, and warnings in real time before calling off

Employee Portal

Employees access company policies and information without an app, with multi-language support and site-specific content

Accessibility(1 features)

No App Required

Text-based platform built for frontline teams without work email or need to download an app

AI(1 features)

AI Employee AssistantAIPremium

Employees can text questions about policies, benefits, or schedules and get instant, accurate answers powered by AI

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