Performance and good usability are the two most valuable features of this solution.
Co-CIO & Enterprise Architect at a printing company with 1,001-5,000 employees
Has good performance and usability but it is missing certain functionalities
Pros and Cons
- "Performance and good usability are the two most valuable features of this solution."
- "It has missing functionalities. Specific countries, like Germany, didn't have the option to do payroll. Now we need to look for another product for HR."
What is most valuable?
What needs improvement?
It has missing functionalities. Specific countries, like Germany, didn't have the option to do payroll. Now we need to look for another product for HR. Then it becomes complicated because then it takes time to integrate. The workforce management also needs improvement.
In the next release, I would like a complete full-stack for HR, especially payroll abilities in all countries. At a high-level, this solution has everything else that is needed.
For how long have I used the solution?
I used Workday for around two to three years before I left my company.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It's very stable. We haven't had big problems with it.
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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
It's absolutely scalable. It's a cloud solution, it's built for scalability. This product is built for the cloud which is why it's extremely scalable.
How are customer service and support?
Customers said that they have a good knowledge-base community.
How was the initial setup?
The initial setup was easy. It's on the cloud, so you just set how many users you need and they activate it and that's it.
The setup normally takes around a week. The time it takes depends on the technicalities and functionalities.
What other advice do I have?
I would rate Workday a seven out of ten. No software would get a ten because there is no existing software on the market that is perfect.
Disclosure: I am a real user, and this review is based on my own experience and opinions.
Head of People Experience Operations at PEXA
Improves efficiency and provides a nice user experience
Pros and Cons
- "We have fewer systems, less manual data entry, and less processing."
- "There is a lot of complexity in the configuration of this solution."
What is our primary use case?
This is our one system for data and analytics, which is mobile-enabled and has a nice UX.
How has it helped my organization?
The solution has allowed leaders to self-serve. We have fewer systems, less manual data entry, and less processing.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature is the HCM, where all of the information and processes are in one place.
What needs improvement?
There is a lot of complexity in the configuration of this solution.
For how long have I used the solution?
Three years.
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Company Recruiter at a tech services company with 1-10 employees
A stable and scalable solution, but it could be more user-friendly, have an easier installation and faster technical support response time
Pros and Cons
- "The solution is stable."
- "The solution should be more user-friendly."
What is our primary use case?
I am not at liberty to share our use cases.
What needs improvement?
The implementation time should be addressed, as it is too slow. Also, the solution should be more user-friendly.
The installation is time-consuming and not so straightforward.
So too, technical support is not sufficiently fast.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Workday for a couple of years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
The solution is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The solution is scalable.
How are customer service and technical support?
We have had experience with technical support and it could be faster.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
Prior to using the solution, we made use of Oracle. This was around four or five years ago.
How was the initial setup?
The installation is not so straightforward and could be faster.
Its duration depends on the model one is using and can range from three to six months.
What about the implementation team?
We made use of a consultant.
What other advice do I have?
The solution is cloud-based.
Our organization has 1,000 people making use of the solution.
I would recommend the solution to others, owing to its stability.
I rate Workday as a seven out of ten.
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