Workday, Inc. is an American on-demand (cloud-based) software vendor specializing in financial management, human capital management, and student information systems. Founded in 2005 by David Duffield and Aneel Bhusri, both former executives of PeopleSoft, Workday has grown to serve over 10,000 organizations worldwide, ranging from medium-sized businesses to more than 50% of the Fortune 500. The company’s suite of applications is built with artificial intelligence and machine learning at its core, enabling organizations to adapt and thrive in a changing world. Workday’s commitment to innovation is evident in its strategic acquisitions, such as the 2025 purchase of Paradox, an AI-powered recruitment platform, and the launch of the Illuminate suite of AI tools designed to enhance workplace automation. Headquartered in Pleasanton, California, Workday continues to expand its global presence, offering comprehensive support and services to clients across diverse industries.
Website: https://www.workday.com
Highlights
Workday is a leading provider of enterprise cloud applications for finance and human resources, serving over 10,000 organizations worldwide.
The company was founded in 2005 by David Duffield and Aneel Bhusri, both former executives of PeopleSoft.
Workday went public in October 2012, achieving a valuation of $9.5 billion at its IPO.
In 2025, Workday was recognized by Ethisphere as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the fifth consecutive year.
The company has integrated artificial intelligence into its platform, launching the Illuminate suite of AI tools to enhance workplace automation.
