About Workday HCM

Workday HCM assists global businesses of all sizes in a variety of industry verticals with workforce planning, analysis, and execution. Workday delivers user and administrative tools such as financial management, HR planning, talent sourcing, payroll processing, reporting and more from a unified portal. Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) includes human resource management, workforce planning, recruiting, compensation, benefits, time and attendance, learning and more. Workday also offers a module for educational institutions that includes recruiting and admissions, curriculum management, records, advising and financial aid tracking. With Workday HCM, recruiters and managers can build new teams by finding skilled workers through integrated talent searching and job profiles. The built-in HR component allows users to manage time-off and absences through a self-service employee interface that includes time-off requests and reporting, time-tracking, and policy automation. Users can also visualize organizational structures, manage both full-time employees and temporary employees, as well as configure workflows and define end-to-end business processes. Who uses Workday HCM? Workday HCM is mainly used by CHROs within mid-size to large enterprises across the telecommunication, education, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, non-profit, retail and technology industry verticals. Additionally, Workday HCM provides mobile applications for both iOS and Android devices.
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Workday HCM Reviews

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Value for Money
4.3
Functionality
4.4
Ease of Use
4.3
Customer Support
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Baturalp
Baturalp
  • Industry: Pharmaceuticals
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
4
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
4

5.0
Reviewed on 16/01/2025

Great application

Pros

Offers an all-in-one solution for HR needs, including payroll, benefits, talent management, workforce planning, and analytics.
Intuitive design ensures easy navigation for both HR professionals and employees.
Accessible anytime and anywhere with internet access; supports remote work and global teams.
Provides robust reporting and insights to help in strategic decision-making.

Cons

Deployment requires significant time, resources, and expertise; may necessitate third-party support.
Users might need training to fully utilize the platform’s advanced features.

Surbhi
  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 2/01/2025

Amplifying Human Resources Management with Workday HCM.

It is simple to automate and manage the entire process of employee lifecycle from hiring to retirement with Workday HCM.

Pros

It is simple and fast to carry out employee onboarding and recruiting process with Workday HCM.It is simple to track and manage employee time and attendance sheet with Workday HCM.It is simple to automate manual and repetitive HR tasks with this software.It is possible to generate employee payroll using Workday HCM.

Cons

It's tends to be slow when running multiple HR tasks at the same time.

Alex
  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Monthly for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
3
Features
4
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
3

3.0
Reviewed on 22/01/2025

Using it works

Overall experience was indeed quite positive, with lots of functionality.

Pros

It has so many features to use for human resourcing

Cons

It takes some time to get use to and familiar with

Marika
  • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 30/12/2024

Workday HCM Is Impressive and Friendly to Use

My overall experience with Workday HCM is amazing.

Pros

Workday HCM has been an amazing and consistent human capital management solution.
The features of Workday HCM are easy to understand.

Cons

I do not have reasons to dislike Workday HCM.
Workday HCM is superb.

Sarah
  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
5
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
4

4.0
Reviewed on 8/01/2025

Generally good, but a bit tricky to learn and hard to integrate with other systems

Overall, I use Workday most days. Being able to find everything in one place is great, and the ability to run reports to check on training courses etc. is good. It is easy for the instructional designers to upload courses and track completions, and the HR team can run an array of different reports and control access to sensitive data.

Pros

We use Workday HCM at the moment, and it is very powerful, linking talent management, holidays, payroll and benefits. We recently merged systems with another company's systems, and this was tricky but worked well in the end.

Cons

I dislike the fact that Workday will time out annoyingly quickly if you are writing something like a staff review, losing your work irrevocably. I believe this may be a setting changeable by our IS team, but the cloud-based nature of Workday means that it can be fragile to bad connections etc. We have also not yet been able to integrate it into our ADP system for parts of the business, so some managers can't approve leave if their employee works in a different location.

Jesse
  • Industry: Media Production
  • Company size: 2–10 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 16/01/2025

Global/Multi-Country HR and HCM Management Software Guru

Reliable online applicant time tracking systems (ATS, time tacking and being accurate and efficient global performance, career, onboarding, payroll and core HR, HCM management system tool.

Pros

I use it to onboard all trainees and for ATS, B.A.C.L.M.S as well as pre-made/built blocks for time tracking.

Cons

We are satisfied and OK with all has, Workday HCM worths it.

Stuart
  • Industry: Biotechnology
  • Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 7/12/2024

Workday HRM Gereat Tool for HR Tasks, but Could Be Faster.

Overall my experience with Workday has been great. It makes tracking payroll, time management, and benefits easier for managers and employees. Once you get used to it, it's a very helpful tool. I would like to see it get faster in the future, and maybe simplify the reports to be more readable by non HR professionals.

Pros

The design is clean, and easy to use, making it easy to find what I need. I like the fact that I can perform tasks on my desktop or phone, this come in very handy when traveling. Features like tracking time off, viewing my pay stub, and managing my team are all in one spot saving me time.

Cons

Sometimes the system is slow. Finding certain reports and understanding them can be cumbersome for me, because I'm not familiar with HR tools as a manager of people.

Preben
  • Industry: Automotive
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 24/12/2024

Happier and more productive employees with accurate, on time payments and self-service options.

Rigorous security measures and data encryption ensures safety of sensitive payroll information.

Pros

Has automated compliance which reduces compliance expenses. Continuous learning helps improve AI algorithms, creating a cycle of ongoing enhancement. Makes it easy to tackle the complex.

Cons

Really helpful and superior to have. I have no comparison with any other software. It is the best.

Shailyn
  • Industry: Consumer Goods
  • Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
0
Features
4
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
0

4.0
Reviewed on 16/01/2025

Easy to use and fairly enjoyable

I enjoyed using the app. It was easy to use, provided me with all my payroll information, and it was easy to keep track of my learning and mandatory courses.

Pros

Easy to use, quick login and my information felt quite secure.

Cons

Would log me out occasionally, or would have to call to get password reset.

Julie
  • Industry: Building Materials
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
4
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
4

5.0
Reviewed on 9/12/2024

Workday for planning

I used it to clock in and out and to see my schedule forecast before hand allowing me to plan my personal life.

Pros

I can access all my scheduling in one easy place

Cons

Some connectivity issues but nothing to unmanageable

Anil
  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 11/08/2024

Can handle multinational payouts and offers customized benefits packages.

A cool thing about Workday HCM is that you can sign up for free and play around with the tool, not being charged until you pay first team member.

Pros

Dedicated local Workday HCM experts ensures comprehensive and tailored assistance. It also integrates seamlessly with popular software tools platforms making work easier and enjoyable. Automated invoicing streamlines financial tasks, saving time and energy on such tasks. It is also a perfect solution for remote and global teams.

Cons

We find Workday HCM to be user-friendly and intuitive to navigate on the employee and manager side alike. However, additional charges apply for specific advanced features such as onboarding automation.

Verified Reviewer
  • Industry: Philanthropy
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 1/12/2023

Strongest HCM we were able to identify

Very satisfied with Workday as a tool, we have recently conducted an internal assessment of how satisfied we are with the tool and it has highlighted very few areas where the tool is not meeting our needs. We see the tool as a long term solution for our organisation.

Pros

All requirements in one place, and more. Meaning we were able to centralise and transform (in an agile way) our HR processes as we implemented.
Alerts allow for end users to engage and be engaged with using a sensible approach.
All data in one place allows for reporting and budgeting to be easy.

Cons

Implementation was sticky for us. We had a number of requirements which we thought were typical however had to create significant work-arounds in order to meet our needs. This was resource heavy from our perspective and elongated the implementation (we used an implementation partner and not Workday FYI)

Busola
  • Industry: Retail
  • Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 10/08/2024

HR system at its best

I love it because of the flexibility and ease at which you can navigate to the different parts of the app

Pros

It is very friendly and easy to use. It can even link you to other sites if the HR defines them. Its like a quick link to those other platforms. The amount of data stored on workday is huge for each staff. I can see my payroll so easily on workday HCM

Cons

I am not sure it is okay to see the salary of people working under you but workday allows this.

Bart
Bart
  • Industry: Staffing & Recruiting
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
5
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
4

4.0
Reviewed on 7/11/2024

Highly promising sometimes a little high on the click

Workday's strategy to build a simple and highly configurable product that is relatively simple to maintain on a low training level makes it an exceptionally adequate product. Their blockchain strategy for the future is an exceptionally promising concept. Example: Basically once locked in i.e. a formal background check can be locked in, and for future chchecks one would only need to update the gap since the last check, this can make the whole process very efficient and effective putting way less strain on employment checks, less external agency cost and so forth.

Pros

it's exceptionally well built for user configuration with it's highly flexible drag and drop customisation "out of the box"

Cons

it can be very "click heavy" to complete a workflow and having two browser windowns open with workday at the same time can cause glitching.

Wesley
  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 11–50 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

4.0
Reviewed on 17/06/2024

Real-time payroll experience and labor cost insights

All records in one place and can be accessed anytime, anywhere. Well organized and collaborative customer support team.

Pros

The major pillar is optimizing financial resources and plan for the future effectively. The support offered is unmatched giving personalized solutions for the entire business. Also, no surprises in pricing, it is quite transparent. It is a user friendly system which has made payroll processing easier.

Cons

Editing should be improved. It is difficult to go back to already saved data and edit them.

Jason
  • Industry: Veterinary
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 30/10/2024

Workday is great!

Workday has been a helpful tool for all who use it. It's user friendly and doesn't regularly lag or disconnect.

Pros

I like the easy accessibility through the mobile application.

Cons

Not many, workday has always been a useful tool for employers and employees needing to access important information regarding pay and other financial inquiries.

Samantha
  • Industry: Hospital & Health Care
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 27/08/2024

I love it!

I've used Workday for many years now and as we continue to navigate the program we learn more tools and advancement upgrades that make the payroll process self sufficient for employees.

Pros

Workday makes payroll tracking easy and its puts more responsibility on employees to keep track of their hours worked relieving the demands of the administration staff.

Cons

I can't think of any negatives to report.

April
  • Industry: Food & Beverages
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
4
Ease of Use
3
Customer Support
3

4.0
Reviewed on 26/08/2024

New to Workday

Overall, I'm new with using workday but my overall experience is high expectations for the future. All sites and apps need something and everything eventually falls into place. Few minor flaws but overall I'm finding my way

Pros

The links to external sites and apps my company uses

Cons

The layout needs some work and shouldn't be so complicated downloading pay stubs

Lucy
  • Industry: Cosmetics
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
4
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
4

4.0
Reviewed on 17/02/2024

I can't ask for more when handling payroll.This tool is smart.

Workday HCM has promoted productivity and general growth through great intelligence and dedication from the customer service. It is a must have tool.

Pros

In simple terms, Workday HCM is more than enough for me. I have enjoyed it's flexibility in usage, customization, integration and implementation too. There is reliable content out of its analytics. Automation is a great way to save time and improve productivity and accuracy. Workday HCM is an empowering tool.

Cons

None. I honestly find no cons for Workday HCM. It is working well for us.

Sharon K
  • Industry: Pharmaceuticals
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 17/08/2024

Work Day App.

I really like it, very convenient when you have mutable task to do and also nice that you can look at any past pay stubs if needed. Very helpful in tracking your vacation time.

Pros

It is pretty easy to navigate through once you have done it several times.
It auto fills your work days, so unless your work week changes, it is very fast to submit your work time.
I really like that everything (payroll, vacation, etc..) are all in one location.
I like the option of being able to use on my work computer or personal phone

Cons

Although I know it is a good idea, having to use the authenticator is a little bit of a hassle. I am not sure if it is my phone or the app. but occasionally I have to restart my phone to get the app to open.

Verified Reviewer
  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 5,001–10,000 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1-5 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
0
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
0

5.0
Reviewed on 7/08/2024

Excellent Design and Functionality

Pros

From an employee's perspective, it's incredibly intuitive and easy to use. The mobile support is excellent. It greatly enhances the convenience of HR tasks like payroll, leave management, performance tracking, and organizational charts.

Cons

From a user's perspective, there are no real drawbacks. The functionality and design are both excellent. However, from a company's standpoint, the cost can be a burden depending on the organization's size.

Ryan
  • Industry: Financial Services
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Weekly for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
4
Customer Support
5

4.0
Reviewed on 10/09/2024

Great cloud features, industry standard.

My overall experience with Workday HCM has been positive, though with a few learning curves. The platform offers a wide range of HR tools that are highly integrated, making it easy to manage everything from hiring to performance reviews in one place. I appreciate the user-friendly interface, but some of the more advanced features, like custom reporting, require a bit of a deeper dive to fully understand. The mobile app is incredibly convenient, allowing me to access what I need from anywhere. It’s a powerful system, but getting the most out of it can take some time.

Pros

Workday HCM is a well designed, cloud-based HR management platform that simplifies everything from payroll to talent management. The interface is intuitive, though navigating some advanced features can take time to master. Its mobile accessibility is a standout, making it easy for employees and managers to handle tasks on the go.

Cons

Custom reporting can be a bit complex for non-technical users, but the ability to export and import from excel make this easier.

Joseph
  • Industry: Information Technology & Services
  • Company size: 10,000+ Employees
  • Used Daily for 6-12 months
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 21/10/2024

Employee tracking made easy

Workday has been the easiest employee tracking system I have ever used. Its simple, yet has some complex features.

Pros

Track and editing time is a breeze. Payslips, bonuses, and taxes are all individualized.

Cons

I believe the only thing that i think is missing is being able to use workday to email the HR department of my work directly from this app.

Verified Reviewer
  • Industry: Education Management
  • Company size: 51–200 Employees
  • Used Weekly for 2+ years
  • Review Source
Value for Money
5
Features
5
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
5

5.0
Reviewed on 3/06/2024

Everything you need in one place

Pros

I love that I can login and view everything I need. From trainings, to performance, to time off, to salary and career development (and much more). This makes things easier for me, as I can log onto workday and find everything in one place. Do i need to take time off, easy, i request it, do I need to see how much I am making, go to payroll.

Cons

It is not that easy to take off notifications.

Steven
  • Industry: Food Production
  • Company size: 201–500 Employees
  • Used Daily for 1+ year
  • Review Source
Value for Money
4
Features
4
Ease of Use
5
Customer Support
4

5.0
Reviewed on 13/11/2024

Workday HCM efficiency.

Workday HCM has really helped my company cuts costs by reducing time taken to do jobs.

Pros

I like how workday HCM connects the workforce.

Cons

Sometimes workday HCM can be a little slow.

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