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FAQs
What is the difference between Lightning Bolt and other scheduling tools?
While other digital solutions have automated workflows and require manual tuning, Lightning Bolt uses combinatorial optimization to evaluate every possible permutation to find the mathematically optimal schedule under all constraints. This technology allows Lightning Bolt to create fair schedules in minutes, saving customers more time and effort, while also protecting staff from burnout.
Can I transfer my current information from different software to PerfectServe Lightning Bolt Scheduling?
Yes. Lightning Bolt supports migration of schedules, staff data, rules, and preferences from other scheduling platforms with minimal disruption.
How does Lightning Bolt use artificial intelligence (AI), and how does this differentiate it from other products on the market?
Lightning Bolt uses advanced optimization algorithms and AI-driven decision engines to generate fair, constraint-aware schedules automatically.
Can I get my schedule on my iPhone/iPad/Android device?
Yes. Lightning Bolt schedules are accessible on iOS and Android devices for easy viewing and updates on the go.
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Lightning Bolt creates
complex schedules
your care team can count on
Gapless schedules
Unlimited custom rules
24/7 white glove support
Lightning Bolt vs Amion
Lightning Bolt creates complex schedules your care team can count on
Why care teams love Lightning Bolt
85%+ time saved
The automated scheduling engine creates monthly schedules in under 15 minutes.
30% increase in provider satisfaction
Lightning Bolt has unlimited rules to handle complex needs, so requests for fair schedules or time off don’t slip through the cracks.
24/7 white glove support
Our Rapid Enterprise Deployment team gets you live in under 3 months. Plus, we offer ongoing support, 365 days a year.
Need to handle complex rules?
Lightning Bolt was built for customization.
Equitable On-Call Shift Distribution
Recovery Time and Overnight Shifts
Residency Schedule Restrictions
Interdepartmental Cross-Scheduling
Staffing Requirements
Multiple Locations
FTE Statuses
Provider Shift and Time-Off Preferences
Recurring Department Meetings
Lightning Bolt is easy to customize
Lightning Bolt uses combinatorial optimization to automatically create schedules that include individual preferences and organizational needs.
You can set up custom rules to consider time-off requests, shift swaps, recovery time, equitable shift distribution, meetings, and more.
Making updates is quick and simple for admins to do without the time-suck or conflicts. Anyone with approval can edit the schedule, and everyone has instant access to the live updates.
Swapping shifts or getting covered at the last minute doesn’t result in chaos. Just a few clicks, and the gaps are filled.
Finally, a scheduling platform built for modern care teams
Fast, reliable updates
When patient care is at stake, the last thing you need is frequent crashes, bugs, and slow updates. Say goodbye to those issues with Lightning Bolt.
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Built for complexity
Got several people creating schedules at once? That’s easy, as Lightning Bolt is designed to handle multiple locations, specialties, and preferences.
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Clear reporting and analytics
Get in-depth insight into your care team’s shifts, so it’s easy to create fair and equitable schedules for everyone, especially as you scale.
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Here's how we compare
Lightning Bolt makes life easier
50% Reduction in Creation Time
12 Hours → 5 mins Schedule Building
30% Higher Physician Satisfaction
85%
Annual time reduction in building schedules
30%
Improvement in provider satisfaction
88%
Reduction in time to contact on-call doctors
97%
of physicians prefer the new workflow
99.7%
Approval for time-off requests
Legacy interface
Mobile app has update delays
Limited reporting and analytics
Issues with multiple users
Not built for enterprise scale
Limited customer support, mostly self-serve
Other scheduling tools
Lightning Bolt
Precision scheduling, powered by AI
Built for complexity at scale, with unlimited rules
Focus on well-being and fatigue management
Best in KLAS 2024, 2025, 2026
Assigns dedicated technical consultants
Transparent, all-inclusive pricing
Deep integration capabilities
24/7/365 white glove support