Workday 101:
A Beginner's Guide
to Navigating the
Platform
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Get the most out of Workday
with our beginner's guide!
Discover the comprehensive
HR management platform
offering a single source of
truth for all your workforce
data.
Navigate payroll, benefits,
talent management, and
more with ease.
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1. Understanding the
Workday Homepage
The Workday homepage is the first page
you'll see when you log in to the platform.
It provides an overview of your workday
tasks, recent activities, and alerts. From
the homepage, you can access all of the
modules and features of the platform,
including Time and Absence,
Compensation, and Talent.
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2. Navigating the
Workday Dashboard
The Workday dashboard provides an
overview of your HR data, including your
personal information, time off balances,
pay stubs, and more.
You can customize the dashboard to
display the information that is most
important to you. The dashboard is a
great way to stay informed about your
HR data and take control of your HR
processes.
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3. Using Workday
Search
Workday search is a powerful tool that
allows you to quickly find the information
you need within the platform.
Simply type a keyword or phrase into the
search bar and Workday will show you a
list of relevant results. You can also use
advanced search filters to refine your
results.
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4. Understanding
Workday Reports
Workday reports allow you to see HR
data in a different way, providing you
with insights into your organization's
workforce.
There are many different types of reports
available in Workday, including
headcount reports, payroll reports, and
benefits reports. You can also create
custom reports to meet your specific
needs.
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5. Taking Advantage of
Workday Tools
Workday provides several tools that
make HR processes easier and more
efficient. For example, the Time and
Absence tool allows you to request time
off, track your time off balances, and see
your upcoming time off requests.
The Compensation tool allows you to
view your pay stubs, manage your direct
deposit information, and view your
salary history.
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Become a Workday pro with
ease! This beginner's guide
simplifies navigation for a
quick and effective start
with the platform's
homepage, dashboard,
search, reports, and tools.
Get the information and
resources you need to
manage HR data with
confidence.
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