Answer 7 questions to identify underutilised Workday modules and optimisation opportunities across your deployment.
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Question 1 of 7Workday Module Advisory
Question 1 of 7
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Which Workday modules are you currently licensed for?
Each module adds to your per-FSE cost. Understanding your full module portfolio is step one.
HCM Core only
HCM + Payroll + 1-2 others
5-7 modules across HCM, Talent, Finance
Full suite or unsure of complete module list
Question 2 of 7
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What is the adoption rate across your non-core modules?
Core HCM typically has high adoption. Talent, Learning, Recruiting, and Advanced Analytics often have lower usage.
High adoption (80%+) across all modules
Good adoption on most, 1-2 underperforming
Mixed — several modules with low adoption
Unknown or low adoption across multiple modules
Question 3 of 7
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Do all employee populations use all licensed modules?
Frontline, manufacturing, and retail workers often only need basic HCM but may be counted in full-suite FSE pricing.
Yes — all populations use all modules
Most do — some exceptions
Large population only uses core HCM
Never assessed by population
Question 4 of 7
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Are you using Workday Learning effectively?
Workday Learning is commonly underutilised. Many organisations maintain parallel LMS systems, paying twice.
Workday Learning is primary LMS, well adopted
Workday Learning used alongside another LMS
Workday Learning licensed but barely used
Workday Learning licensed — using a different LMS entirely
Question 5 of 7
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Are you using Workday Recruiting or a third-party ATS?
Similar to Learning, many organisations pay for Workday Recruiting while primarily using another platform.
Workday Recruiting is primary ATS
Used alongside another ATS
Licensed but barely used
Licensed — using a different ATS entirely
Question 6 of 7
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Are you using Workday Prism Analytics or Adaptive Planning?
These premium modules carry significant additional cost and require dedicated expertise to deliver value.
Not licensed for either
Licensed and actively delivering value
Licensed but adoption is low
Licensed but unclear if delivering value
Question 7 of 7
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When did you last review your Workday module portfolio for optimisation?
Module needs change as organisations evolve. Regular reviews prevent paying for modules that no longer serve a purpose.
Within the last 12 months
1-2 years ago
At initial deployment only
Never reviewed
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