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2 weeks ago | 
blog.workday.com | Sydney Scott |Julie Jares
We often think that new ideas come from big moments. But sometimes, a small thing can spark a big change. That’s how it happened for Athena Karp. Newly graduated from college, Karp started her career in the heart of Wall Street in investment banking.
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1 month ago | 
blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro |Julie Jares
In this article we discuss:Strategic Use Cases Cost-benefit analysis is a common term, but what does it mean? In high-functioning FP&A environments, it’s indispensable—not as a theoretical model, but as a working tool for quantifying strategic decisions, allocating resources, and holding business cases to account. Its importance is growing.
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1 month ago | 
blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro |Julie Jares
Modern financial planning and analysis (FP&A) teams do more than just report on financial performance. In a business world marked by economic volatility, rapid digital transformation, and changing consumer behavior, FP&A helps businesses anticipate what’s next and make informed decisions with real-time insight. To do this, tracking FP&A metrics is essential.
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2 months ago | 
blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro |Julie Jares
In this article we discuss: The financial services industry is in a state of perpetual transformation, driven by relentless technological advancements, shifting consumer behaviors, and evolving regulatory landscapes. Looking ahead, it’s a near-certainty that the pace of change will only accelerate. With the disruption of traditional models, financial institutions must continuously adapt to survive and thrive.
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2 months ago | 
blog.workday.com | Bruno J. Navarro |Julie Jares
No longer just about crunching numbers, financial planning and analysis (FP&A) is about delivering strategic insights that drive business growth. To stay competitive, companies need reporting solutions that go beyond static spreadsheets and provide real-time, AI-powered insights. Finance leaders are taking note. A recent Gartner survey found that 77% of CFOs and senior finance leaders plan to increase technology spending in 2025 as a way to remain competitive.
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2 months ago | 
blog.workday.com | Julie Jares |Bruno J. Navarro
Nicole Carillo: Welcome to today's episode of Workday Shift: Moving Financial Services Forward. Today, we're diving into the operational complexities of business transformation, particularly around data. As the business terrain shifts rapidly and opportunities demand lightning speed reactions, the ability to quickly extract intelligence from financial data has become a critical competitive advantage.
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2 months ago | 
blog.workday.com | Sydney Scott |Kelly Trindel |Julie Jares
In this article we discuss: You ask your smart speaker to play your favorite song. The lights in your home gently adjust as the sun sets. Your calendar suggests the perfect time for your team to meet to discuss the next big project. AI works subtly in the background to make our lives easier. But what if that same technology wasn’t merely assisting, but actively developing business ecosystems and collaborating seamlessly?
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2 months ago | 
blog.workday.com | Ghadeer Redler |Kelly Trindel |Julie Jares |Bruno J. Navarro
Emily Faracca: When most people think of AI in the workplace, they think of technology that reacts to their inputs, usually with information and analysis. What if the most profound change coming to the workplace is a new kind of AI that does more than just inform and analyze? Picture AI that doesn't just respond, but anticipates, simplifies, and acts to optimize your workflow. That's the promise of agentic AI. AI is not just about automating manual tasks anymore.
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Feb 26, 2025 | 
blog.workday.com | Ghadeer Redler |Michael Brenner |Julie Jares |Ernest H. Y. Ng
Empathy has always been a vital part of running a successful organization. In a recent report, EY Consulting research found that 87% of employees believe empathy directly translates to better leadership. A high percentage of employees further believe that mutual empathy between employees and leaders increases efficiency (88%), creativity (87%), job satisfaction (87%), and innovation (85%). Given the potential impact, every business leader should prioritize an empathetic approach.
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Feb 25, 2025 | 
blog.workday.com | Michael Brenner |Julie Jares
The healthcare industry has been exploring the potential of AI for decades. Applications such as diagnosing radiological images, analyzing mass spectrometry data, and identifying bacterial infections laid the foundation for the widespread adoption we see today. The emergence of deep learning on large data sets, machine learning, and advancements in computational power have created one of the most exciting transformations in modern medicine.
