Workday


Workday

  • What is Workday?
    Workday is a cloud-based platform that UBC will be using to replace the current Peoplesoft system (FMS and HRMS and at a later date student systems). This will be rolled out on 2 November 2020.
  • How it will benefit us?
    The new system will bring us into the current century with a system that can be used via an online portal using a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smart phone. There will be no more paper forms required. Many of you won’t have much to do with the system beyond changing your personal details, requesting vacation and downloading a T4 once a year. Those of you who will be responsible for paying invoices or processing reimbursements will benefit from this online system.
  • Helpful Links
    This page will help you get you prepared for Workday and help you to use the new system when it goes live by bringing together the various resources out there.
  • Training

    • Here is a list of courses you should find useful depending on your role. Many of these courses are now also being delivered by webinar. You will find the schedule here.
    • You can sign up for training at this site: https://irp.ubc.ca/
    • Log in to Canvas for all your Workday training you have enrolled in here. You will also find a link in the email confirmation you would have received. You will need a CWL.

  • User Guides
    You can find searchable user guides – referred to as Job Aids in Workday.
  • Useful Links to Bookmark

    • With the new system comes new terminology. You can click here for a Glossary of Terms.
    • Workday will also use new codes, so you will no longer be using speedcharts and PGs but Worktags. This conversion tool helps you to convert FMS codes to Workday codes and vice versa. Probably the best thing for you to bookmark – ever!
    • The Workday team has created a searchable Q&A that is constantly under development as more people are having hands on training and have questions about the system.
    • If you have any questions about the new system or if you are unsure which training sessions to enrol in please email Genevieve MacMillan, Director, Human Resources and Administration.