scheduling
UK: ˈʃedjuːlɪŋ | US: ˈskedʒuːlɪŋ
n. the process of planning and arranging events or tasks in a timetable
vt. the act of assigning a time slot or sequence to an event or task
The word "schedule" originates from the Old French "cedule" (a small slip of paper), derived from Late Latin "schedula" (a small sheet or note), itself a diminutive of Latin "scheda" (a strip of papyrus). The suffix "-ing" is an Old English gerund or present participle marker, turning the verb "schedule" into a noun or continuous verb form. Over time, "scheduling" evolved to denote the systematic organization of tasks or events, reflecting its roots in written planning.
Effective scheduling ensures all team members meet deadlines.
She is responsible for scheduling weekly staff meetings.
The software automates the scheduling of appointments.
Poor scheduling caused delays in the project.
The conference room is fully booked due to tight scheduling.