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Workday: We’re Shaking Up the World of Enterprise Software

Through the utilization of artificial intelligence and machine learning, Workday facilitates faster adaptation than previously possible for businesses, allowing them to stay competitive and capitalize on possibilities even in the face of obstacles.

SMEBRMarch 16, 18:40
Carl Eschenbach is the CEO of Workday

Organizations constantly struggle to adjust to change in the quickly changing business environment of today while retaining operational effectiveness and empowering their people. In this ever-changing landscape, Workday distinguishes itself as a top supplier of enterprise cloud apps for finance and HR, transforming the way companies handle the intricacies of contemporary business operations.

Workday is able to foster innovation and support informed decision-making through its extensive array of apps that cover financial management, human resources, planning, expenditure management, and analytics. Workday also makes use of artificial intelligence and machine learning. Workday, which is trusted by more than 10,000 enterprises globally, including more than 50% of the Fortune 500, enables companies of all sizes to prosper in a time when flexibility and agility are critical.

Unlike traditional ERP systems that struggle to keep pace with change, Workday places AI at the core of its open and connected platform. This strategic integration enables organizations to make confident decisions faster, optimize business and financial operations seamlessly, and unlock the full potential of their workforce.

Workday's AI-driven approach revolutionizes the future of work and empowers organizations to embrace change, drive innovation, and achieve unparalleled success in today's dynamic business landscape.

Unlocking Agility: Transforming Business with Workday Enterprise Management Cloud

Workday Enterprise Management Cloud is a shining example of innovation in a time of rapid change, freeing companies from the limitations of outdated ERP systems. Workday's deep integration of AI enables businesses of all sizes to quickly adjust to changing environments, valuing both insight and agility.

Breaking Free from ERP Limitations: Embracing Change with Confidence

The pace of change in today's world is unprecedented, yet traditional ERP systems struggle to keep up. Recognizing this challenge, Workday has reimagined enterprise management, placing AI at its heart to empower organizations to navigate change with speed and precision.

Unleashing Best-in-Class Applications: Empowering Informed Decision-Making

Unlike fragmented ERP solutions, Workday offers a suite of best-in-class finance and HR applications infused with AI capabilities. This integration empowers businesses to make informed decisions swiftly, optimize business and financial operations seamlessly, and unleash the full potential of their workforce.

Adaptable Enterprise Management Cloud Platform: Agility Through Adaptability

Change is relentless, and rigid systems only impede progress. Workday's Enterprise Management Cloud platform is designed to be open, extensible, and configurable, providing organizations with the flexibility to adapt as often as necessary. With automatic delivery of the latest innovations, businesses remain primed for what lies ahead, be it in finance, HR, or IT.

Elevating the Workday Experience: A Partnership for Success

Workday goes beyond being a mere vendor; it is a committed partner in every sense. From rapid deployment to ongoing support, Workday stands by its clients, ensuring lasting success. With an industry-leading 97% customer satisfaction rating, the Workday experience speaks volumes about its unwavering dedication to customer success.

Celebrating Diverse Success Stories: Empowering Change-Makers

With Workday, businesses of all sizes succeed because they share the desire to bring about meaningful change. More than 75% of Workday's 10,000+ clients, across a range of sectors and sizes, attest to its capacity to enable organizations to not just adapt to change but also drive it.

Elevating IT Solutions: Unleashing Adaptability with Workday Enterprise Management Cloud

Workday is a shining example of innovation in the quickly changing business world of today, providing IT solutions that enable businesses to prosper in a constantly shifting environment. Through the utilization of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), Workday facilitates faster adaptation than previously possible for businesses, allowing them to stay competitive and capitalize on possibilities even in the face of obstacles.

Outdated technologies often hinder teams from meeting evolving IT needs. By transcending the limitations of traditional ERP models, organizations can transform obstacles into valuable opportunities for growth and innovation. With adaptable technology at the forefront, Workday empowers businesses to overcome innovation challenges, optimize operations, and unlock real-time insights from unified data.

Staying competitive necessitates continuous innovation, yet it often comes with inherent risks and costs. Workday addresses these challenges by embedding innovation, such as AI and ML, into its core offerings, enabling IT teams to boldly innovate without compromising security or compliance.

Maintaining Operational Elasticity with True Cloud Architecture: Enabling Scalability and Flexibility

Inflexible operations require significant IT resources to manage fluctuating workloads. Workday's true cloud architecture provides operational adaptability, scalability, and security, empowering IT

Streamlining Processes at the Speed of Business: Adapting with Agility

Rigid processes hinder organizational agility, making it challenging to adapt swiftly to changing requirements. Workday's configurable frameworks empower businesses to rewire processes on the fly, facilitating agility without compromising durability or security.

Unifying Data for Informed Decision-Making: Empowering Decision-Ready Organizations

Siloed data inhibits timely and confident decision-making. Workday's intelligent data core, reporting, and analytics provide organizations with a comprehensive view, enabling them to make informed decisions while maintaining data security.

Enhancing Interoperability for Seamless Integration: Optimizing Development and Integration

Managing complex integration and development stacks can be cumbersome and costly. Workday simplifies this process with a business-optimized development platform, allowing organizations to build new capabilities swiftly and seamlessly integrate with existing systems.

Delivering Frictionless Employee Experiences: Prioritizing Employee Engagement

A positive employee experience is paramount for sustained success. Workday prioritizes employee engagement by removing friction from processes, supporting critical moments, and leveraging data to deliver personalized and engaging experiences.

Ensuring Continuous Security and Compliance: Staying Ahead of Threats

Workday continuously delivers innovations and updates to ensure the highest levels of security and compliance. By staying proactive, organizations can mitigate cybersecurity threats and regulatory risks seamlessly, without disruption to operations.

Leading the Way Towards a Future of Innovation and Adaptability

Workday stands itself as a leader in innovation and flexibility in the quickly changing business world of today by offering a full range of enterprise cloud apps driven by machine learning and artificial intelligence (ML). Workday gives businesses of all sizes the ability to effortlessly manage complicated situations by integrating AI and ML into the heart of its products, increasing productivity, and facilitating employee empowerment. Workday has more than 10,000 dependable clients globally, including more than 50% of the Fortune 500. Its industry-leading 97% customer satisfaction rating demonstrates its unwavering dedication to achieving customer success.

Workday's strategic integration of AI and ML facilitates informed decision-making, seamless operational optimization, and workforce unleashing. Moreover, its customer-centric approach ensures ongoing support and partnership, underscoring its position as a leading SaaS company dedicated to revolutionizing enterprise management. In a world where adaptability is paramount, Workday stands as a testament to the transformative power of innovation, making it the go-to solution for organizations striving for excellence in today's dynamic business environment.

Leading Workday into the Future

Carl Eschenbach, the CEO at Workday, brings over 35 years of leadership experience in scaling successful technology companies. Joining Workday in December 2022, Carl initially served as co-CEO alongside Co-Founder Aneel Bhusri before assuming the role of sole CEO in February 2024. Prior to his tenure at Workday, Carl spent over six years as a general partner at Sequoia Capital and held various roles at VMware, Inc. for 14 years, including President, Chief Operating Officer, Acting Chief Financial Officer, and Executive Vice President of Worldwide Field Operations. His extensive career also encompasses sales management positions at Inktomi, 3Com Corporation, Lucent Technologies, Inc., and EMC.

Throughout his distinguished career, Carl has been actively involved as a board member for leading technology companies. Currently serving on the board of directors of Palo Alto Networks, Inc., Carl has previously held board positions at Aurora Innovation, Inc., Snowflake, Inc., UiPath, Inc., and Zoom Video Communications, Inc. Additionally, he maintains involvement with Sequoia Capital in a venture partner capacity. Carl's commitment to continuous learning is evidenced by his Electronics Technician diploma from DeVry University, reinforcing his expertise in technology.

“Organizations that use AI to map the skills of their workforce will be positioned to identify and train their employees for the jobs of tomorrow. The future of work is here — and Workday is leading the way with ethical AI that puts people first.”