There are core elements in Workday Student that, if the data is not accurately maintained, can quietly wreak havoc across your tenant. Expected Completion Date is one of them.

Higher education is overflowing with data, but effectively managing this information within staffing models can feel overwhelming. The disconnect between the vast amount of data available and the frameworks needed to process it leaves many institutions struggling to keep up with pressing challenges.

The term "go-live" in a Workday implementation can be misleading, often signaling the end for implementation partners, but just the beginning for the institution. 

I have to admit, I'm a fan of checklists. There’s something satisfying about crossing off completed tasks. However, when it comes to implementation projects—especially Workday Student—I’ve learned to shift my mindset. Go-live is not the finish line. It’s a significant milestone, yes, but the adventure is just beginning.

Use this checklist to make sure your Workday Report is ready to go (and prevent a cluttered data closet and a serious headache).

Implementing a new technology system means walking a fine line: you need to trust your vendor or implementation partner and trust yourself.

Now, security is very complicated in Workday. It can seem like a quick shortcut to leave a report shared with all authorized users. You might think that the security behind the report should be correct and therefore you can just select that option instead of specific authorized groups.

Of course there’s resistance. It’s not just a software upgrade—it’s a total shift in how things feel.

The word custom gets thrown around a lot in higher education technology—especially during transitions from legacy, on-premise systems to modern cloud platforms like Workday, Slate, or Handshake. But here's the catch: custom doesn't mean the same thing across these systems. In fact, its meaning shifts pretty dramatically depending on your tech stack.

Two fields on a Workday Student business object with the same name - which do you choose? This situation can lead to confusion and inefficiencies that could be easily avoided with clarity.

Configure your Workday Student to create user-friendly dashboards and processes and your end-users will thank you.

We've all faced tough choices: would you prefer a novice to change your tire, or a skilled mechanic who knows exactly what to do? This analogy perfectly fits the realm of Workday Student support and the expertise needed to navigate its complexities.

As an institution, your goal isn’t just to get through go-live—it’s to build a team that can run the system with confidence and clarity.

Workday unveiled some fantastic content in their "The Next Level: Student" section.

In this post, we will share essential tips to make your Workday navigation intuitive and enjoyable for everyone.

In a recent interview, Legato Strategic Consulting founder/CEO, Kristina Kelpe, shared her inspiring journey from academic to consulting.

Transitioning to new technology like Workday Student requires re-thinking everything.

Job aids are certainly essential, but they are not enough for a smooth go-live.

Kristina Kelpe, CEO and founder of Legato Strategic Consulting, is interviewed on a podcast to discuss her insights on Workday Student.

Federal and state reporting requirements may shape your data conversion decisions more than you realize.