Flamingo

This page explains what Flamingo is and how we use it at Terra.

What is Flamingo?

Flamingo is Terra’s time-off management tool. It’s where we request holidays, sick leave, personal days, or any type of planned/unplanned absence.

We use Flamingo to:

• request PTO in a structured and transparent way
• inform PMs and teammates about availability
• keep a clear calendar of who’s working, who’s off, and when
• track approval workflows for each type of request
• maintain accurate records for operations and payroll

Useful Link

Official Flamingo Support Center

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How it works?

Before using

Ask your PM or manager to grant you access to Flamingo.

Once you have access, the process is simple:

1. Request your time off

   • Submit your request directly in Flamingo.
   • Select the type of absence (vacation, sick leave, personal day, etc.).
   • Choose the dates you want to take off.

2. Check team availability

   • Before submitting, review the team calendar.
   • Try to avoid overlapping with too many teammates taking time off at the same time.

3. Manager approval

   • Your manager will review your request.
   • They can approve or decline it if adjustments are needed.

4. Calendar visibility

   • Once approved, your time off appears in the shared calendar.
   • This helps PMs and teammates understand availability and plan work accordingly.

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Good Flamingo Practices

• Request time off as early as possible when it’s planned.
• Always check the calendar before submitting a request.
• Coordinate with your PM if your absence may impact deadlines.
• Use Flamingo for all types of absences, not just vacations.
• Keep your requests clear and accurate to avoid confusion.