--- description: Review of Workday HCM Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs on Software Advice Ireland. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/software_advice/og_logo-55146305bbe7b450bea05c18e9be9c9a.png title: Workday HCM | Reviews, Pricing & Demos - SoftwareAdvice IE --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Onboarding Software](/directory/1396/employee-onboarding/software) > [Workday HCM](/software/390210/workday-hcm) # Workday HCM Canonical: https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/390210/workday-hcm Page: 1 / 71\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/390210/workday-hcm?page=2) > 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 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. Workday HCM is mainly used by CHROs within midsize 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. > > Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 1754 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 1754 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Workday - **Location**: Pleasanton, US - **Founded**: 2005 ## Commercial Context - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) - **Supported Languages**: Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish - **Available Countries**: Australia, Canada, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - "What If" Scenarios - 360 Degree Feedback - 401(k) Tracking - ACA Reporting - API - Access Controls/Permissions - Accounting - Activity Dashboard - Activity Tracking - Ad hoc Reporting - Alerts/Notifications - Analytics - Applicant Tracking - Application Management - Approval Process Control - Assessment Management - Attendance Tracking - Automated Scheduling - Background Screening - Benefits Dashboard ## Integrations (18 total) - Benevity - Boomi - Censia - Checkr - Docusign - Google Workspace - Microsoft Azure - Microsoft Teams - MuleSoft CloudHub - Okta - Ping Identity - Salesforce Platform - Slack - SnapLogic - Strada ... and 3 more integrations ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Onboarding Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/1396/employee-onboarding/software) ## Related Categories - [Employee Engagement Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/3397/employee-engagement/software) - [Absence Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4774/absence-management-software/software) - [Multi-Country Payroll](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/4747/multicountry-payroll-software/software) - [Payroll Software for Accountants](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/3179/accountant-payroll/software) - [Onboarding Software](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/directory/1396/employee-onboarding/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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These can be super frustrating however all in all easy to use\! ----- ### "Workday is intuitive and easy to use\!" — 4.0/5 > **Stefanie** | *20 April 2026* | Mental Health Care | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like Workday's layout and design along with its ease of use. The user experience is fairly good with most things being intuitive. > > **Cons**: On occasion it's hard to decipher where to locate something or what a report/functionality is called. > > Overall it's been a good experience, having used it for a couple years now to manage my team and myself reviews, time off, etc. ----- ### "A great tool for employee and human ressource" — 5.0/5 > **Vincent** | *26 March 2026* | Entertainment | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: It’s a very powerful tool to track employees timesheet, performance, objectives and progression in the company. > > **Cons**: The user interface, even if it was improved in the last few years, still needs improvement. I think they should hire UI designer with experience to fix it once for all. > > It’s been great, we’ve been using it for years at my job and it has offered us everything we need for the employees ----- ### "5stars for Workday" — 5.0/5 > **Shawn** | *18 February 2026* | Hospital & Health Care | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I like using Workday because of the ease of use from the app. It makes reporting my time at the end of the week so much easier than in the past that payroll is never delayed. > > **Cons**: Sometimes when signing back into the app I may experience some bugs or issues. But honestly that may just be my cell phone service. > > I love using Workday. Easy user experience. You can track your time, plan vacation days with knowing what your PTO balance will be for the time you are requesting. Also, it makes your yearend reviews so much easier. ----- ### "Powerful and scalable Solution to Everyday Business Processes" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *24 April 2026* | Insurance | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Seamless incorporation of utilization of product features in collaboration with payroll management software makes one-stop access a breeze. > > **Cons**: I have not found anything yet that I am dissatisfied with in workday thus far. Every aspect of this application has been positive. > > Workday HCM offers a clean, modern interface and a unified platform for HR, payroll, and talent management, which simplifies many processes. Reporting and analytics are strong, with real-time data that’s useful for decision-making. However, the system can feel complex for new users, and certain workflows require multiple steps that aren’t always intuitive. Configuration flexibility is a plus, but it often requires experienced admins to manage effectively. Performance is generally reliable, though occasional slowdowns occur during peak usage. Overall, it’s a powerful and scalable solution, best suited for organizations willing to invest time in proper setup and training. ----- Page: 1 / 71\ Next: [Next page](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/390210/workday-hcm?page=2) ## Links - [View on SoftwareAdvice](https://www.softwareadvice.ie/software/390210/workday-hcm) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | en | | | en-AU | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | fr | | ----- ## Structured Data