Sydney Scott

1 day ago | blog.workday.com | Sydney Scott

In this article we discuss: It's incredible how quickly AI has woven itself into the fabric of our organizations. A shifting landscape that began with language learning models (LLMs) and generative AI—helping us draft content, generate code, and spark creativity—is now evolving into autonomous agents capable of scaling businesses.

2 days ago | blog.workday.com | Sydney Scott

In this article we discuss: Written by David Sweetman, Senior Industry Marketing Manager, ManufacturingThe global manufacturing landscape is a minefield. Tariffs, trade wars, and volatile supply chains are no longer abstract threats; they're daily realities that erode profit margins, disrupt operations, and threaten long-term viability.

5 days ago | blog.workday.com | Sydney Scott

In this article we discuss: Just like you, we’ve heard the fears that AI will replace humans across industries. But in our opinion, that’s just not the case. AI won’t—and can’t—replace skills that are unique to humans. Instead it will enhance the work we already do. There are examples of this happening already. Smart organizations are increasingly realizing that practical AI adoption is the key to a more engaged, agile workforce.

1 week ago | blog.workday.com | Sydney Scott

In this article we discuss:  Month-end or quarter-end close often feels like a high-stakes stress test for finance teams and accounting firms. Accountants must move fast, ensure accuracy, and provide crucial insights for business leaders, all while navigating increasing complexity and shrinking timelines. Traditional spreadsheet-based processes can’t meet this demand. Without a streamlined, data-driven close process, teams risk inaccuracies that impact the entire organization.

3 weeks ago | blog.workday.com | Michael Brenner |Emily Faracca |Sydney Scott

In this article we discuss:The Empathy Gap Is Real Here’s the paradox no one’s talking about:The more we use AI to automate work, the more we crave what only humans can give—empathy, connection, and meaning. Ahead of the World Economic Forum in Davos this year, we asked thousands of professionals how AI is changing their work. What they told us wasn’t about fear of job loss or robots taking over. It was something deeper—and more human.