Workday Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Tool Reviews

“Easy new hire onboarding process”

Pros

I find bringing new hires onboard through this software very easy.

Cons

To be honest I am not aware of any real drawbacks with this app as it simply does what it's supposed to.

“Unified platform with privacy controls”

Pros

It is a single, unified platform that handles all HR-related tasks. Also I really like the clean, user-friendly interface. Plus it makes keeping the team organized simple and I can easily view the team's hierarchy. Running payroll, tracking timesheets and managing leaves are pretty easy. I also find giving feedback during appraisals convenient. And there's a great deal of control over who can access what information which helps with authorization and privacy.

Cons

However I do notice that despite the extensive feature set, a lot of organizations don't use the capabilities effectively. In practice there are still numerous small legacy systems hanging around for various HR sub-functions which fragments work and reduces efficiency.

“Internal jobs with easy referrals”

Pros

Workday lets employees apply for internal jobs across the company and makes referring others very easy. I especially like the filtering tools as you can narrow openings by location, role or manager. Recruiters also find it simple and quick to post job updates through it every day.

Cons

Honestly I don't have any complaints. it's a great application.

“Multiple sections easy locate everything”

Pros

It offers multiple sections and I use View My JobLevel, My Training Links, How do I..., Benefits, Personal Information, Directory, SAP/GHR ESS &MSS and Transactions

Cons

I find the look and feel should be easier, more user-friendly

“HR functions with useful analytics insights”

Pros

I really like how easy it is to locate what I need. I mean things like timesheets, the internal Career page for job postings, payroll information and the database for staff and faculty members are easy to find and use.

Cons

Often I find myself having to search through three or four different sections before I finally locate my tax or W-2 documents because it's not always obvious which folder or category within the system they belong to.

“Analytics provide useful HR insights”

Pros

the thing i like most about Workday HCM is that it offers more than just basic HR functions and also includes analytics that provide me with useful insights across different areas

Cons

I haven't really come across any downsides so far.

“Links candidates to employee records”

Pros

What I appreciate is being able to use it both as an applicant tracking system and as a central HR database and I link candidates to employee records once they're hired and fully onboarded.

Cons

I cannot view candidates on requisitions that have been assigned to other recruiters or users inside Workday.

“Azure connection reduces routine work”

Pros

Overall I am really glad we connected Workday to Azure Active Directory. Now employees can update their own info directly in it that too without needing to submit tickets or wait for help. Giving people more control over their own experience is a big win too. I also like the clean, simple user interface and the admin side feels great and easy to manage. Overall I am happy with how this solution has reduced routine work for our team while still giving us the control and insights we need.

Cons

To be honest I haven't explored every capability this product offers so I cannot point to any specific things I dislike right now. Because we haven't tried all of its features, there are areas I simply haven't formed an opinion on yet and therefore cannot fairly criticize. For the particular set of functions we depend on today, however, I do like the product and genuinely appreciate the features it provides.

“One-stop shop covers everything needed”

Pros

I have found it to be a true one-stop shop that covers everything from compensation and payroll to talent management and recruiting, plus other related tools.

Cons

It took me quite a while to get comfortable with the setup and sometimes I didn't realize I was doing something wrong until it was already too late and issues had arisen.

“Great layout, occasional text bugs”

Pros

I find the design and overall layout really well executed and I can navigate it easily without any trouble.

Cons

In my experience I have stumbled across small bugs every now and then. For example, formatting sometimes doesn't align with the background and I'll notice text appearing displaced from where it should sit inside a block.

“Maximizing efficiency with Workday”

Pros

Workday has proved to be an extremely useful software for our work. More free time for workers, Updated information, Increased efficiency are a few of its benefits.

Cons

I don't find the interface very visually appealing. It could use some improvement in this area.

“Modern interface with easy navigation”

Pros

Workday's interface is pretty user-friendly. Also its navigation is very easy and it feels modern.

Cons

Every so often the little reminder bubbles that pop up for new alerts linger for a long time and don't disappear right away even after I click them.

“i like it”

Pros

It works well as both an ATS and an HR database and it makes it simple to connect a candidate record to the employee profile once they're hired and onboarded.

Cons

A limitation is that you can't view candidates on requisitions that are assigned to other recruiters in the tool.

“Clear dashboard with powerful recruiting”

Pros

At my company, Workday handles payroll, time off, hiring, performance reviews and more and it keeps everything running smoothly. Most tasks are easy to manage and everything is laid out in a clear, user-friendly way. When employees submit requests, they show up on my dashboard making tracking simple. We can also bill other teams for project hours and I can easily update things like pay rates, hours, departments or project IDs. The recruiting tools are powerful too as they link to candidates social profiles and let me filter by location, experience, current role and more. I also like being able to send bulk emails to candidates. In our field, applicants often need to share work samples so being able to remind them by email without using my personal address is really helpful.

Cons

There are a few things that could make it much better. I often see extra Ok or Submit buttons that feel unnecessary and could be simplified. Some features don't link back to the original record. For example, if someone sends me hours, I wish I could click straight to their timesheet. Sometimes I need to change a department or pay rate but the inbox item won't let me so I have to take extra steps. The recruiting tools also need to support more file types. In our field, we ask for mp3 or mp4 demos but over 70% of candidates don't send them even when it's clearly stated. If the application required uploading those files, we would get better candidates and save time and money.

“easy to understand and use”

Pros

Honestly I find the variety of tools in this software really amazing and easy to use and understand.

Cons

Also I would really like to see more functionality available on the mobile app so I can handle tasks while I am on the go.

“Quick and easy time-off submissions now”

Pros

Submitting vacation, sick or other time-off dates is really easy and quick now.

Cons

I do run into issues where my balances appear incorrect and I end up having to call customer service to get them corrected.

“One-stop shop organized works well”

Pros

What I like is that it's a one stop shop as everything I need is organized in a single place and it works really well.

Cons

i noticed there are far too many clicks involved when moving around the app. they should add customizable shortcuts or let users open multiple screens at once to make workflows smoother.

“navigation still remains a chore”

Pros

For me it's convenient to have a single place to turn to for many of my questions. I also appreciate being able to reach it from outside work hours. Plus I value being able to update my profile and account on my own without going to HR which was especially helpful during COVID.

Cons

I have no idea who designed its layout but trying to enter info or set up a profile feels like a treasure hunt. Also it is not user friendly at all. I often have to type the same thing in multiple places. For example, I'll save my Social Security number in one spot but another screen asks for it again and they are not connected. As someone who does not use it every day, I am constantly forgetting where things are. And when updates roll out, the layout changes and I get lost. I can see why a large company might benefit from it but for me, the navigation makes it a frustrating experience.

“HR platform keeps records well”

Pros

Workday functions well as an HR platform for keeping my records.

Cons

I really don't have many complaints about Workday overall.

“Configurable with an easy reporting”

Pros

It is a user-friendly HCM platform. It is configurable and built to allow managers to implement employee changes. Workflows for different tasks can be tailored according to approval steps. Reporting remains easy and uncomplicated. It also offers an online community where I can suggest enhancements and deepen my understanding of the platform.

Cons

When it comes to HCM systems in general, there's a substantial learning curve. From my viewpoint in Compensation and Payroll, I wish there were a simpler method to manage remote employees within the platform. despite that, I am very pleased with Workday's comprehensive capabilities.