Human Resources

Understanding the Basics: What Is Talent Management?

In this blog, we give an overview of what is talent management, why it’s a key aspect of human resources, and how talent management systems help companies develop an engaged, skilled, and productive workforce.

Workday Staff Writers November 23, 2020

Human Resources

5 Critical Challenges for HR Leaders in 2021

According to Greg Pryor, executive director at Workday, we are experiencing a once-in-a-generation, if not a once-in-a-lifetime, shift in the way HR leaders think about human capital management. In this Q&A, Pryor explains why the focus is now on people and performance enablement.

Workday Staff Writers November 20, 2020

Human Resources Workday News and Culture

Workday Named a Leader in the 2020 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Cloud HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises

In a year when agility and resilience have been more important than ever, we’re particularly proud to once again be recognized as a Leader for our completeness of vision and ability to execute.

Barbry McGann November 12, 2020

Human Resources

How to Join Workday at HR Tech 2020

We’re excited to be a Diamond Sponsor at HR Tech 2020, which is shaping up to be an incredible interactive experience. Learn how we’re participating, and about a special award we’re honored to receive.

Workday Staff Writers October 22, 2020

Human Resources Planning

The Grocery Industry: Fresh Innovation for Turbulent Times

Grocery stores couldn’t close their doors to change to the new way of operating in a pandemic. But they’ve adapted quickly and tapped into the positive force of innovation to keep feeding households everywhere.

Jeremiah Barba October 19, 2020

Human Resources Workday News and Culture

Coming Out Day 2020: Creating Safe, Supportive Workplaces for the LGBTQ+ Community

People around the world recently celebrated International Coming Out Day on Oct. 11. Workday employees and customers discuss the significance of this annual event, and what companies can do to be better allies for the LGBTQ+ community.

Workday Staff Writers October 15, 2020

Human Resources Technology Innovation

The Foundation of the Workday Skills Cloud

Skills are the fundamental currency of the changing world of work, and we believe our skills cloud is a true differentiator for talent optimization. Workday CTO Jim Stratton provides a closer look at how we’ve engineered skills cloud to provide the greatest possible value to our customers.

Jim Stratton October 15, 2020

Human Resources

Deloitte Report: 2 Key Focus Areas for HR in the Year Ahead

Human resources departments must take these two actions to thrive in a world where disruption is the norm, not just for their own teams but across their companies, according to Deloitte’s “2020 Global Human Capital Trends” report.

Workday Staff Writers October 13, 2020

Human Resources

GE Korea Safely Navigates Returning to the Workplace

South Korea is one of few countries that’s been able to flatten the curve of COVID-19 infections. Mira Lee, chief human resources officer at GE Korea, shares how the organization navigated uncertainty and safely returned their employees to the office.

Workday Staff Writers October 13, 2020

Human Resources

Professional BusinessWomen of California: A Force for Good

At the 31st annual conference hosted by Professional BusinessWomen of California, attendees came together to connect on how to have a greater impact in their job roles, organizations, and communities. Read the highlights and takeaways from key sessions.

Ellen Murphy September 22, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

Workday Podcast: The British Heart Foundation Pumps Efficiency Into Workflows

Human resources workflows are the lifeblood of organizations. Kerry Smith, director of people and organizational development at the British Heart Foundation—and recipient of HR Magazine’s Most Influential Practitioners award—shares how her organization improved the health of its culture.

Julie Jares September 15, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

How Prudential Is Delivering a World-Class Employee Experience

By prioritizing the wellbeing of its customers and employees, Prudential plc helps people get the most out of life. Jolene Chen, group head of HR, shares how the company is able to deliver on its value and purpose through a time of change and disruption.

Workday Staff Writers September 14, 2020

Human Resources Planning

A Holiday Shopping Season like No Other

Due to the massive amount of disruption in the retail industry this year it’s somewhat futile to try and predict how the holiday season will turn out, so let’s talk about how it’s unfolding so far and how retailers are preparing for the busiest weeks.

Jeremiah Barba September 14, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

How Zynga Uses Data to Support Remote Workers and Create Personalized Experiences

HR leaders at the creator of the popular social games “Farmville” and “Words with Friends” discuss how they’re engaging their newly remote workforce—and why data makes a big difference.

Workday Staff Writers September 10, 2020

Human Resources

4 Ways to Support Frontline Workers’ Financial Wellbeing

With 58 percent of employees stressed about their finances, learn what businesses can do to ensure their people achieve greater financial stability.

Workday Staff Writers September 10, 2020

Human Resources Workday News and Culture

Workday’s Commitments to Further Support Equity in the Workplace and in Communities

Our Chief Diversity Officer, Carin Taylor, shares more details on our plans to increase hiring and development of diverse talent at Workday, further cultivate a culture of belonging, build inclusive products and technologies, and strengthen our communities.

Carin Taylor September 09, 2020

Finance Human Resources

Workday Podcast: Payroll Is Evolving to Deliver Greater Impact and Business Value

The payroll function is becoming a more strategic partner in order to support business strategy, data compliance, employee engagement, and more. Colin Brennan from Alight Solutions discusses this shift and what it means for organizations and their employees.

Ellen Murphy September 08, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

How the Atlanta Braves Are Elevating Inclusion for All

The Atlanta Braves are focused on more than just winning. They’re also determined to elevate diversity and inclusion among the team’s fans, staff, and community. Hear from the woman driving these initiatives, DeRetta Rhodes, senior vice president of human resources for the Atlanta Braves.

Workday Staff Writers September 03, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

Enabling Institutional Agility at Flinders University

As colleges and universities begin a new school year, IT leaders are focused on expanding business continuity plans to support remote work and more distance learning offerings. Kerrie Campbell, CIO at Flinders University, shares why agility is key for assisting staff and students.

Ghadeer Redler August 31, 2020

Human Resources

Workday Podcast: The Top 3 Attributes of a Trustworthy Leader

The world’s most successful companies are led by those who’ve gained the trust of their workforces. Leadership experts Frances Frei and Anne Morriss discuss how to develop trustworthiness, and the steps businesses can take to develop more diverse leadership teams.

Mary Hayes Weier August 27, 2020

Human Resources

How Midsize Companies Can Turn Talent and Technology Challenges Into Transformative Change

In many ways, medium-sized companies are more vulnerable to the disruption caused by the pandemic than large corporations. However, they can chart a path to recovery by infusing agility into their talent management and technology.

Jillian Ogawa August 18, 2020

Human Resources Workday News and Culture

Driving Change and Creating a Better Future for All

Aneel Bhusri and Carin Taylor from Workday joined Michael C. Bush, CEO at Great Place to Work, to discuss equality, social justice, closing the opportunity gap, and the work leaders must do to ensure employees feel a sense of value, inclusion, and belonging.

Ellen Murphy August 14, 2020

Human Resources Planning

Workday Podcast: COVID-19 and Tech Companies: Making a Positive Impact

As the global pandemic unfolded, tech companies made quick changes to business models, and invested time and resources in the fight against COVID-19. We talk to a tech and media expert from Accenture about how the industry is playing a key role in this critical time.

Jeremiah Barba August 14, 2020

Human Resources

4 Principles Guiding the Return to Workplace

How and when to reopen business locations in the midst of a global pandemic involves complex issues. Workday executives are leaning on the company’s core values and an employee-centered approach to guide the decision-making process.

Julie Jares August 13, 2020

Human Resources Workday News and Culture

How to Start Conversations, Foster Connections, and Work Toward Racial Justice

Three Workday employees discuss how to support Black people within our communities and workplaces.

Workday Staff Writers August 10, 2020

Human Resources Planning

Workday Podcast: COVID-19 and Retail—Finding the Way Forward

Retail may never be the same after COVID-19. Accenture’s global retail consulting lead joins us to discuss how the industry is finding a way forward through disruption.

Jeremiah Barba August 05, 2020

Human Resources Technology Innovation

Global Study: How Media Companies Lead in Organizational Agility

The streaming wars rage on with renewed urgency as people seek solace, escape, or understanding from the comfort of their homes. In the middle of this, organizational agility is more important than ever.

Workday Staff Writers July 31, 2020

Finance Human Resources

How the Pandemic Amplifies Demand for Finance and HR Collaboration

The pandemic has accelerated long-standing business trends and forced leaders to take a hard look at priorities. Here’s how the partnerships between finance and HR are playing out amid the coronavirus crisis.

Jillian Ogawa July 31, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

Workday Podcast: Schnuck Markets Models Agility in Crisis

Like other essential businesses, Schnuck Markets had to become more agile during the global pandemic. Becky Fitzpatrick, director of human capital management, explains how the supermarket chain was able to quickly ramp up hiring and use technology to increase communications with customers.

Jeremiah Barba July 30, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

Workday Podcast: How JOANN Helped Address PPE Shortage

Janet Duliga, chief administrative officer at the fabric and craft retailer, discusses how the business quickly shifted its operating model to meet the demand for do-it-yourself personal protective equipment.

Ghadeer Redler July 28, 2020

Human Resources Planning

Workday Podcast: Media and Entertainment: Lessons From Adversity

Mike Chapman, managing director of media and entertainment at Accenture, joins us to talk about the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on media and entertainment companies and how the industry is looking to the future.

Jeremiah Barba July 21, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

Workforce Wellness: Always Critical, But Now Even More So

Betsy Bland, vice president and managing director of Workday Ventures, shares insights on how companies can improve employee well-being, prepare for a return to the workplace, and unlock workforce potential.

Betsy Bland July 21, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

Workday Podcast: Building A Culture for the Greater Good at Motel 6

Motel 6’s hospitality doesn’t end with their hotel guests. Sherry Vidal-Brown, CHRO at G6 Hospitality, shares how the company is extending hospitality to its employees and communities as well.

Ghadeer Redler July 20, 2020

Human Resources

John Lewis Partnership: How to Enable Digital Disruption During Crisis

Lesley Ballantyne, director of people operations for the John Lewis Partnership, connected with Peter Gamble, Workday regional vice president and country leader for the UK and Ireland, at this year’s Workday Elevate Digital Experience, to discuss how one of the UK’s best-loved retail groups has been facing digital disruption head on.

Steve Dunne July 13, 2020

Human Resources Planning

Workday Podcast: Slack’s VP of People on the Future of Work

The traditional work environment may never return. In this two-part podcast, Slack’s head of people, Dawn Sharifan, joined us to discuss remote workforce management in a crisis and the new world of work.

Jeremiah Barba July 10, 2020

Analytics and Insights Human Resources

Bringing Out the Best in Your Workforce

Workday’s Greg Pryor recently chatted with Marcus Erb, vice president of data science and innovation and Matt Bush, culture coaching lead at Great Place to Work, to discuss the data science behind being a great place to work for all, under all circumstances.

Ellen Murphy July 10, 2020

Human Resources Workday News and Culture

The Growth of Workforce Week, and Why It Matters Most Now

These difficult times have brought greater exposure to widespread social inequality, and in the working world, a huge opportunity divide. Learn how programs such as Workforce Week are making a difference.

Carrie Varoquiers July 09, 2020

Human Resources Workday News and Culture

How to Be an Ally and Elevate Marginalized People

Activists from Black and LGBTQ+ communities offer their guidance on how to be a true ally both within and outside the workplace, which includes advocacy and amplifying voices that often go unheard.

Workday Staff Writers July 09, 2020

Human Resources Workday News and Culture

How Year Up Is Bridging the Opportunity Gap

Talent in the U.S. is spread evenly, but opportunity is not. Discover how Year Up, a Workday Partner, is closing the opportunity divide by helping young adults gain the skills and job experience they need.

Greg Thomas July 08, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

Workday Podcast: Creating New Opportunities Through Disruption

The global pandemic has presented businesses with extensive new challenges, but it’s also pushed them to find new and different ways of working. Joel MacCharles, vice president of learning and innovation at Bill Gosling Outsourcing, explains how his company uncovered new business opportunities through uncertainty.

Ghadeer Redler July 06, 2020

Human Resources Workday News and Culture

Our Guiding Principles for Belonging and Diversity at Workday

Our Chief Diversity Officer, Carin Taylor, outlines the four principles that will guide us in our efforts to drive greater belonging and diversity at Workday.

Carin Taylor July 06, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

Workday Podcast: How Coca-Cola Is Trailblazing the Skills Movement

Consumer packaged goods companies are under enormous pressure to innovate at a fast pace. Max Just, global director of business intelligence at Coca-Cola, discusses how the company is using machine learning to connect the future of work to new opportunities for its internal talent pool.

Josh Krist July 01, 2020

Human Resources Workday News and Culture

A Candid Conversation About Equality, Workplace Diversity, and Committing to Change

Aneel Bhusri, Michael C. Bush, and Ashley Goldsmith discuss the importance of listening, learning, and driving measurable change to build diverse, inclusive workforces.

Mary Hayes Weier June 25, 2020

Human Resources

The Changing Workplace, Part 2: Creating New Workplace Safety Policies

The pace of policy change affecting workplace safety is at an all-time high. Claire Deason, an attorney at Littler Law, offers insight on designing policies and protocols that align with constantly evolving government guidelines and legislation.

Jillian Ogawa June 24, 2020

Human Resources Technology Innovation

Reimagining Talent, Work, and Workplaces in a COVID-19 World

Mark Peek talks with Frida Polli, CEO of pymetrics, a Workday Ventures company, about the impact of recent events on hiring, redeployment, and skills.

Mark Peek June 24, 2020

Human Resources

The Changing Workplace, Part 1: Why Remote Work Is Gaining Permanence

From perk to permanent? The shift to remote work could be the new normal of office life. Claire Deason, an attorney at Littler Law, shares legal considerations for companies that are formalizing their work-from-home policies in a post-pandemic workplace.

Jillian Ogawa June 23, 2020

Human Resources

Understanding the Basics: What Is Human Capital Management Software?

In this blog post, we discuss human capital management and its value to organizations. We also answer common questions about HCM, and explore how technology improves HCM and business performance.

Workday Staff Writers June 22, 2020

Human Resources Technology Innovation

Behind the Cloud Episode 7: Creating Digital Identities for a Changing World of Work

James Cross talks with David Clarke about why the current state of credentialing is in dire need of an update, and what Workday is doing to improve how we share information about ourselves—such as our skills, degrees, and capabilities—in the future.

Workday Staff Writers May 15, 2020

Human Resources Technology Innovation

Workday Podcast: Higher Education and the Future of Skills Development After COVID-19

How will a wounded economy change expectations around upskilling or new skills development? And how will those changing expectations affect higher education? Our two guests on the Workday Podcast share their insights into the impact of COVID-19 on colleges and universities.

Josh Krist May 13, 2020

Customers and Community Human Resources

Remote Workforce Management: How to Adapt and Succeed

The increased shift to remote work that we thought would happen over time has instead happened almost overnight. As companies grapple with the resulting challenges, we share ideas for navigating this new territory.

Julie Jares May 11, 2020