How does Omniscol work?

Omniscol automatically generates an optimized schedule while considering the institution’s constraints (teacher availability, rooms, classes, etc.). It also offers full manual management with a multi-filter view (by class, teacher, room) and different display modes (weekly, monthly).

Can a schedule be modified after creation?

Yes, it is possible to make occasional changes after the initial generation. Updates can be made manually with checks to avoid conflicts.

Why is Omniscol the best scheduling software?

100% online : Accessible anywhere, no installation required. Ultra-powerful generator : Quickly creates optimized timetables. Intuitive user experience : Smooth, fast, and ergonomic interface. Total flexibility : Suitable for all types of timetables (weekly, cycle, calendar). Excellent constraint management : Automatic conflict detection and resolution. Full internationalization : Available in multiple languages. Advanced export and API capabilities : Data accessible and usable in real time. Online availability collection : Saves time in scheduling. Responsive support and expert guidance : Fast and efficient assistance for users.

For which institutions is Omniscol suitable?

Omniscol is suitable for primary schools, secondary schools, high schools, higher education institutions, and adult training centers. Any institution that operates with timetables, subjects, teachers and student groups.

Is Omniscol suitable for all types of timetables?

Yes, Omniscol supports three main types of timetables: * Weekly: based on a repeated week pattern (common in K-12 and sometimes in higher education). * Cycle: timetable over an arbitrary number of days (used in North America). * Calendar: scheduling courses on specific dates without repetition (common in higher education). All these models can be generated automatically.

Is Omniscol compatible with our existing system?

Yes, it has APIs and import/export formats to integrate with other software.

Does Omniscol work on tablets or mobile devices?

Yes, Omniscol is a 100% SaaS solution accessible from any device with a web browser.

Can Omniscol manage complex timetables?

Yes, the software is designed to adapt to the most complex constraints, including advanced group management, lesson hour concatenation, class alignment, and multiple availability of teachers and rooms.

What types of constraints can be configured?

Teacher availability, fixed or flexible rooms, priorities, alignments, concatenation, specific days, variable lesson duration, etc.

How does Omniscol optimize a timetable?

The algorithm minimizes timetable gaps, balances the workload of teachers and students, distributes subjects evenly, and respects the institution's preferences.

Can Omniscol check the validity of a time slot before scheduling a lesson?

Yes, before scheduling a lesson, Omniscol checks if the time slot is free for teachers, rooms, and students.

Does Omniscol detect errors after scheduling a lesson?

Yes, after scheduling, the system flags potential conflicts: double booking of a teacher or room, overlap with another lesson, group imbalance, or missing room or teacher assignment.

How long does it take to set up an account?

Very little! Omniscol allows bulk data import via copy-paste from Excel or any other spreadsheet. Many shortcuts also enable duplicating all or part of the data, with on-the-fly transformation to adapt the information to your organization.

Can teachers enter their availabilities themselves?

Yes, Omniscol offers an online module allowing teachers to directly enter their availabilities before the schedule is created.

How can timetable data be retrieved?

Omniscol offers several export options: * Office formats: Excel, PDF. * API access: Over 200 endpoints, with webhooks to automatically retrieve real-time updates. * Access level: Core provides access to essential data, Premium offers full and advanced access.

How can timetables be shared with teachers and students?

Omniscol offers multiple sharing options: dynamic display on a digital board, export in PDF or Excel, online consultation via a responsive web page, and synchronization with external calendars via iCal. Of course, users can simply log in to the application if you grant them access, in which case they will only see the data relevant to them!

How does Omniscol's artificial intelligence work?

Omniscol uses AI to automatically generate an optimized schedule based on defined constraints and preferences. It also uses AI to detect conflicts, misconfigurations, or intelligently import your data.

Is the automatic scheduling AI mandatory?

No, users can choose to automatically generate the schedule or build it entirely manually. Omniscol then quickly and clearly indicates conflicts on each slot or resource. You may override a constraint manually if necessary.

What are Omniscol's pricing plans?

Omniscol offers an annual pricing plan tailored to each institution's needs. After an initial contact, we can assess the price based on the Core or Premium license and the size of your institution.

What are the differences between Omniscol Core and Premium?

Omniscol Core provides an advanced timetable generator and essential tools for school management. Omniscol Premium includes all Core-level features, along with advanced tools and priority support, ideal for higher education.

Is there a free trial?

Yes, a demo version is available. Contact us to request an online demonstration, and we can provide you with a free trial.

Integrations overview

Omniscol integrates with your IT system through several channels, depending on the need.

For examples of third-party tools and partners regularly connected to Omniscol, see also integrations.partners.

At a glance

Mechanism	What it is for	Flow direction
iCal	Let teachers / students see their timetable in their personal calendar	Omniscol → calendar
Share links	Distribute a read-only timetable or open targeted data entry depending on the context	Omniscol → public web
Iframe	Embed a timetable in a page on the same domain as Omniscol; blocked on an external site (security)	Omniscol → same domain
Omniscol API	System-to-system integrations according to the account's rights and options	Depends on configuration
MCP	Connect an MCP-compatible AI agent to Omniscol	AI agent ↔ Omniscol
OAuth2 / OIDC (server)	Connect a third-party service identified by a registered client + consent + scoped token (the foundation of MCP and OneRoster)	Service ↔ Omniscol
OIDC / SSO (sign-in)	User authentication via an identity provider (Google Workspace, Microsoft Entra ID, generic OIDC)	Depends on configuration
Synchronization with external systems	ERP connector framework: Aurion, Auriga, new connectors on a project basis	Bidirectional
Display panels	Show the timetable on public screens	Omniscol → screens

Choosing the right integration

Distribute a timetable to a teacher / student — an iCal subscription.
Give read access to a parent / an auditor — share link.
Synchronize learners from your ERP / IT system — see Synchronization with external systems, which lists the available connectors. If your ERP is not listed, adding a connector is scoped with Omniscol support.
Single sign-on — OIDC / SSO.
External AI assistant on the account, when the option is enabled — MCP for compatible clients.
Public display on the premises — display panels.

Security best practices

Use OIDC / SSO, when the option is enabled, to authenticate real users.
Reserve API tokens for system-to-system integrations, with minimal scope and periodic rotation.
Set short expiry dates on share links.
Never put an API token in a public Git repository.

At a glance

Choosing the right integration

Security best practices

See also

See also