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# Managing Unallocated Jobs

> Managing Unallocated Jobs - Pipeline knowledge base.

## Managing Unallocated Jobs

Unallocated jobs are scheduled work items that have not yet been assigned to workers. Pipeline makes it easy to identify and allocate these jobs.

### Finding Unallocated Jobs

> **Screenshot:** The Schedule toolbar showing the Allocate button with a blue badge displaying the count of unallocated items.

The **Schedule button** in the toolbar shows a badge with the count of unallocated items. Click it to open the unallocated jobs panel.

Each unallocated item shows:

* **Job Reference** - The unique job identifier
* **Customer Name** - Who the work is for
* **Service Address** - Where the work needs to happen
* **Duration** - How long the job is estimated to take
* **Status** - Current scheduling status

### Allocating from the List

You can allocate unallocated jobs in several ways:

**Drag to Schedule**
Drag an unallocated item from the list directly onto the schedule calendar. Drop it on the desired date, time, and resource to assign it.

**Allocation Mode**
Select an allocation mode before dragging:

* **Sequence** - Fills consecutive days with work
* **Date Only** - Assigns to a single day
* **Single Span** - Spreads the total duration across a period

### Bulk Operations

Select multiple unallocated items to allocate them as a batch. This is useful when scheduling a group of related jobs for the same crew or timeframe.

### Tips

* Regularly check the unallocated count badge to ensure no jobs are missed
* Use the Timeline view for efficient allocation when planning weeks ahead
* Consider travel time between locations when scheduling consecutive jobs