Workday HCM Reviews & Product Details

Workday HCM offers a centralized platform that streamlines core HR processes such recruitment, compensation management, full employee life-cycle and access to employee data in real time. Workday offers a user friendly interface for end-users and a fairly intuitive approach to perform HR transactions both via self-service and via HR Shared Services teams. One of the key features that our employees like is the self-service capability. Platform early adopters were fascinated that they could see their profile updates (i.e. payment elections, tax elections, personal info, etc.) updated in real time, rather than sending an email to a generic mailbox and waiting for a long time for the changes to be reflected. Additionally, Workday offers fantastic reporting and dashboard capabilities. which allow for data-driven decisions & recommendations. Finally, Workday integrates well with other systems (either via core connectors or custom integration solution developed in Workday Studio) and that makes Workday to be the hub and source of truth for employee data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Workday is an expensive platform, so it may not be a good fit for smaller companies. Also, significant change management is required to capitalize on the benefits of Workday HCM. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Workday stands out for its intuitive design, making it incredibly user-friendly and easy to configure. The platform’s clean look and feel enhances usability, and its robust security features allow precise segmentation so users only access the data they’re authorized to see—an essential capability for maintaining data integrity.

One of the biggest positives was how smooth the implementation process was. While switching over to Workday was a significant lift, we were able to complete it on time with a small implementation team, thanks to the excellent support from the Workday team. Our rollout was well received across the organization, which speaks volumes about the product’s readiness and adaptability.

Reporting did take some time to learn, but once I got the hang of it, building reports became efficient and flexible enough to meet nearly all user requests.

This is a tool I open first thing every morning and utilize throughout my day each and everyday. Great product! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One area I’d love to see improved is dashboard customization. It would be great if discovery boards and dashboards could be integrated or used interchangeably. More flexibility here would make it easier to visualize data in ways that suit different teams and workflows. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I appreciate that Workday HCM is user-friendly and offers detailed features for human resource management. The platform makes it easy to check salary slips, upcoming holidays, and apply for leaves. I find the search feature for employees within the organization particularly helpful for connecting with colleagues efficiently. The capability to update tax-related information and request incentives makes workflow seamless. I also value the ability to download and maintain a history of salary slips. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I found that the Workday mobile app is not that great. It lacks some features from the web portal, which reduces its functionality and usability on mobile devices. This makes it less convenient for accessing all features when I’m not at my computer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is a wonderful tool to keep track of your complete profile, number of leaves remaining, complete your performance evaluations, and track your yearly performance feedback. I have taken compliance and some mandatory training, which has been given by my company, and the experience has been seamless. It is easy to use with a simple interface to track your basic needs when it comes to payroll, performance, etc. I use it at least 2-3 times a month to either complete training or to track my perfomance. I am not sure about the efficiency of their customer support since I have never run into a problem as such. The number of features are good since it gets the job done in terms of workforce management. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Its cost and implementation time can be challenging for smaller companies. I am not a huge fan of their interface as it is too basic and can get confusing if you are looking to navigate to a particular page. The seamless experience is missing and needs work. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What really stands out for me is how much Workday simplifies everyday tasks. I first got to use it while working at Booking.com, then later at Expedia, and now in my current role at Kantar. Across all these companies, it’s been the one system that keeps everything HR-related in one place—whether it’s requesting time off, checking payslips, or handling onboarding.

The interface feels intuitive once you get used to it you will use it a lot, it's easy to understand and setup your account and fill in your personal information, and I really like that I can access everything from my phone when I’m on the go. It cuts down on manual work and back-and-forth emails, which saves a lot of time and keeps things organized Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As much as I rely on it now, I have to admit that at first it felt a bit overwhelming. There are so many features, and each company I’ve worked at configured it slightly differently, so it took some getting used to. Setting up reports or navigating more advanced tools can still feel a little complicated without guidance, Another minor downside is that the system can slow down when a lot of people are using it at the same time specially in office and some of the customization options aren’t as easy as I’d like. But once you get past that initial learning curve, it really becomes a tool you can’t imagine working without Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I like most is the transparency it puts a lot of control into the hands of employees and managers. Reporting features are also pretty powerful if you're on the admin side. Mobile access is hit or miss, but it’s improving. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

One thing I dislike about Workday HCM is that the navigation can be confusing, especially for new users. The layout isn’t always intuitive, and you sometimes have to click through several menus just to complete a simple task. For example, finding past pay slips or editing certain personal information can feel unnecessarily complicated.

Another downside is that customization is limited unless you're on the admin side, and even then, making changes or updates often requires IT or vendor support. Also, the search function doesn’t always pull up the most relevant results, which can be frustrating when you're in a hurry.

Finally, mobile functionality is pretty basic. While it’s fine for checking your schedule or submitting time off, anything more complex is better done on a desktop. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Once you get the hang of it, it’s not bad

Like anything new, once you get used to Workday, it becomes easier to appreciate. The process of clocking out and back in might feel like a hassle at first, but it’s actually helpful for tracking hours accurately—for both the employee and employer.

What I do like about workday

Despite the initial adjustment, I’ve found Workday to be helpful and efficient in many ways. Some features I’ve come to rely on include:

Requesting time off (PTO filing is super easy)

Checking daily/weekly hours worked

Tracking work history and any movement or changes

Accessing important HR documents or requirements

The layout is also clean, and once you’ve navigated around a bit, it becomes very user-friendly.

A quick note on Workday HCM

One thing that stands out is Workday’s HCM. While I haven’t used every part of it personally, I can already tell it’s built to support the full employee journey—from recruitment to retirement.

Whether you're onboarding, applying for internal opportunities, updating personal info, or managing benefits, Workday HCM provides a centralized and intuitive experience. For HR teams, it seems like a powerful tool for managing data, workflows, and compliance all in one place.

From an employee’s view, it simplifies access to key actions like:

Updating your profile or banking info

Viewing compensation changes

Enrolling in benefits or training programs

Managing internal transfers or promotions

In short, Workday HCM feels like more than just an HR portal—it’s a strategic hub for both employees and management.

Final thoughts

Overall, my experience with Workday/Workday HCM has evolved. It started off feeling a little clunky, but now I understand the “why” behind those steps. It’s not just about tracking time—it’s about creating transparency and structure, especially in a remote setup.

If you’re just getting started with Workday, give it a little time. Once you get familiar with it, it can actually become a very useful tool in your workflow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I’ve only been using Workday for about 2 to 3 months, and as someone who's relatively new to the platform, I wanted to share my honest thoughts—especially for others who might be diving into it for the first time.

At first, it felt inconvenient

When we were first trained on how to navigate Workday, my immediate reaction was: “This feels a little inconvenient.” The most noticeable part? Having to manually clock in and out for breaks and lunch. As someone who's used more automated timekeeping tools before, this felt like a step back.

But then again, I’m working remotely. And when you think about it, it makes sense—the company needs a reliable way to monitor work hours when they can’t see you in person.

The login process takes some getting used to

Another thing I noticed was the login verification process. If you leave Workday open and idle for a few hours (say, 3 to 4 hours), you’ll likely get signed out. And when that happens, you need to re-enter a verification code—meaning you have to jump to another tab, get the code, and log back in.

Is it repetitive? Yes.

Does it enhance security? Also yes.

Especially in remote work setups, I get why these extra steps matter. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

As someone in Talent Acquisition, I really appreciate how Workday HCM centralizes everything in one easy-to-use platform. I use it regularly not just for recruiting tasks, but also for managing my own absences, submitting timesheets, updating my profile, checking my salary details, and even tracking my length of service with the company. It’s also convenient for requesting documents like Certificates of Employment and accessing e-learning modules for professional development. The interface is clean, modern, and makes navigating daily HR tasks feel simple and efficient. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Honestly, there’s not much I dislike about Workday HCM, but if I had to mention something, it would be the occasional loading time or system lag during high-traffic hours. It doesn’t happen often, but when it does, it slightly slows down the workflow. Other than that, it’s been a smooth and efficient platform for managing both my HR tasks and personal employee needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The best part of Work day is to be able to upload all the coachings, Meetings, and 1 to 1s with my employees. This also helps us track the number of months Employee had worked with us, and reminds us to leave a review about their probation period once the Initial probation period is about to reach an end.

Monthly performance reviews that go straight to HR. all this info helps our HR to take a decision about an employees, Rise, or in some cases HR is able to make the decision of discontinuation of the employment based on the performance.

This tool rates the employes overall performance. This is very helpful when an employee is moved to another department. The hand over from 1 leader to and another team leader is made very easy.

It is also used for onboarding and off boarding of an employee.

The good this about this tool is that everything is done by some clicks of the mouse.

Everything on Workday is co Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I would love to be able to add the Images, or screen shots in the coaching parts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It's a one-stop software to look at my leave balance, annual ratings, compensation, and my peers information. The best part is the vast knowledge that can be easily integrated into Workday. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Im from a tech background and i can confidently say this is complicated software. The basic options , like applying for leaves, are hidden, I had to create shortcuts in order to reach the proper options. Furthermore , the first time I used the software took me like a solid 15 minutes. I rarely use the software. It's a difficult software to use, honestly Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.