Summary
This article provides an overview of Workday, its security features, benefits, and instructions for accessing the Workday mobile app for employees and managers.
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Workday is the human resource and payroll application utilized by the A&M System. It provides HR, payroll, and benefits information for employees and retirees, accessible through the Single Sign On (SSO) menu.
Workday ensures data protection through world-class infrastructure, policies, and procedures. It mitigates security threats and risks with strong internal controls and a comprehensive security program designed to protect personal data integrity. Workday consistently passes rigorous third-party compliance audits, including multiple SAS70 Type II audits, and certifies to the U.S. Safe Harbor program for data privacy.
- 24/7 Access: Information is available over a single, secure, cloud-based network.
- Self-Service Functionality: Employees can update or access their information privately from any computer or mobile device with internet access.
- Automatic Updates: Workday receives updates twice a year, positioning the organization to make changes and upgrades more readily in the future.
- Higher Education Support: Designed to meet the unique needs of higher education institutions.
Employees and managers can use the Workday mobile app to review and approve various items. Common functions include:
- Entering and approving time and time off requests
- Finding people using the directory and org chart
- Taking action on items in the Workday Inbox
| Accessing the Workday Mobile App |
Instructions to access the Workday mobile app are available for:
- Workday Governance: Outlines the structure and responsibilities of the HCM Advisory Council, which maintains the integrity of the Workday application, provides functional andetchnical support, and votes on improvements and future projects.
- Workday Help: Provides quick access to helpful resources, including common tasks for employees and managers, reports, release notes, and learning hubs for various Workday areas such as staffing, recruiting, benefits, payroll, time tracking, absence, talent and performance, and merit