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Make Workday More Intuitive
Here are four zero-cost, fast improvements that make Workday far more intuitive and easier to use.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


3 Ways to Stop Fire-Fighting Workday Issues
Tired of putting out Workday fires? Learn three ways to get ahead — from proactive data monitoring to custom dashboards and visual process mapping — and transform Workday into a tool that supports your operations instead of slowing them down.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


Bridging the Gap Between Go-Live Readiness and True Operational Success
Go-Live may indicate that the system is operational, but true operational readiness means that all components, including people, processes, and technology, are aligned and functioning together effectively.
Katrina Wills Holland
3 min read


The Hidden Workload Behind Workday Student Releases
When it comes to Workday Student, the volume of new releases is bigger than many expect—and the workload that comes with them can be surprising. In this short video, Legato CEO, Kristina Kelpe, walks through how to find the actual number of student-related releases in Workday Community, what that means for institutions, and why higher education feels the impact differently than HR and Finance.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


Why the Expected Completion Date Is Your Secret Sauce
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.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


Workday Go-Live is Just the Beginning: What Higher Ed Needs to Know About Stabilization
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.
Katrina Wills Holland
1 min read


The Real Journey Begins After Go Live with Workday Student
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.
Katrina Wills Holland
2 min read


Hot Take: Workday Dashboards as Information Hubs
Many schools underutilize the power of dashboards. Streamline everyday tasks with good design.
Kristina Kelpe
1 min read


Hot Take: Say "No" to Calculated Fields in Workday Reports
I can't tell you how many times I see calculated fields that are unnecessary. I think this is because reporting training often focuses on HOW to build a report and not UNDERSTANDING the data model.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


Navigating Workday Student Reports: Why Accurate Field Selection Matters
Making well-informed decisions hinges on accurate reporting. Yet, within Workday Student, mistakes can easily arise during report creation.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


Don't Forget to Check Critical Downstream Tasks in Your Documentation
Make sure your documentation/job aids include those other activities that need to be done after a configuration is complete. Read this post to review the critical tasks that follow creating a Program of Study.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


Hot Take: How Sharing Reports in Workday is Like Living with a Messy Closet
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.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


Campus Spotlight: Rhodes College Achieves Smooth Workday Student Go-Live with Mid-Implementation Turnaround
Legato helped us stabilize our implementation and really empowered our team to take ownership of the Workday system. They didn’t just advise us—they were in the trenches with us.
Katrina Wills Holland
3 min read


Reclaim Your Students' Patience (and Time): The Magic of Configured Workday Dashboards
Configure your Workday Student to create user-friendly dashboards and processes and your end-users will thank you.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


Who Would You Trust to Change a Tire: A Novice or an Experienced Mechanic? The Same Goes for Workday Student Support!
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.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


4 Navigation Design Strategies to Enhance the Workday Student User Experience
In this post, we will share essential tips to make your Workday navigation intuitive and enjoyable for everyone.
Katrina Wills Holland
3 min read


Why Job-Aids Alone Are Not Enough for Workday Student Go-Live (And What You Actually Need)
Job aids are certainly essential, but they are not enough for a smooth go-live.
Kristina Kelpe
3 min read


Federal Reporting Requirements for Workday Student: What You Need to Know
Federal and state reporting requirements may shape your data conversion decisions more than you realize.
Kristina Kelpe
2 min read


Hot Take: Don't Use Workday Student Delivered Reports
The Workday Student delivered reports are a great starting point for lookup reports. But...there's a problem. You can't customize them.
Kristina Kelpe
1 min read


Change Management: Why Keeping People Happy is Key to Digital Transformation Success
Change management helps facilitate smooth transitions by preparing individuals to adapt while minimizing disruptions.
Katrina Wills Holland
3 min read
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