Workday R2 2025: Seamless Upgrades and Smart Deprecation Management

It is that time of the year again, when you get access to a whole new set of features on your Workday platform to automate HR and finance functions. Yes, Workday R2 2025 is coming soon!

Workday consistently introduces two major releases each year, R1 and R2, designed to enhance and broaden its functionality, Each release not only introduces new features and improves existing ones, but also phases out certain functionalities that will no longer be supported in future releases. Over time, various components - including integrations, core connectors, data sources, reports, and web services- are subject to deprecation.

To help customers stay informed, Workday publishes details about deprecated functionality in its biannual Release Notes and on the Workday Community website. However, staying aligned with this release cycle can be demanding for customers, particularly when time and resources are limited.

Failing to review and resolve deprecated fields in Workday can lead to serious operational and technical challenges.Deprecated fields may eventually become unsupported or removed, which can disrupt integrations, reporting accuracy, conditional rules, and business processes that rely on them.

Failure to identify and replace these fields in a timely manner can result in

	Data Inconsistencies When deprecated fields are left unaddressed, custom reports that depend on those fields may continue to pull data from outdated metrics, which no longer align with the current system configurations resulting in data inaccuracy.
System Errors Failure to remove deprecated fields from web services can disrupt integrations, potentially leading to system or integration failures
	Suboptimal Performance Continued reliance on deprecated Workday features may degrade system performance over time, making it essential to transition away from outdated functionalities to maintain optimal efficiency.
Hindered Efficiency Workday’s system restricts modifications to active reports, often requiring the creation of new custom reports with updated metrics and prompts, resulting in reduced operational efficiency.

Turning Deprecations into Opportunities: Best Practices You Can Rely On

Effectively managing deprecated features in Workday is crucial for maintaining system health and optimizing value. By adopting best practices, organizations can navigate Workday's bi-annual releases with confidence and leverage new functionalities.

• Ensure all exceptions, including those related to business processes, security, and custom reports, are resolved.
• Advise customers to perform audit reports across current and future releases to compare results.
• Leverage new features to enhance performance, support regulatory compliance, and enrich the user experience.
• Keep abreast of Workday's release cycles and strategize on adopting features.
• Establish a full process covering prioritization, impact analysis, testing, change management, and deployment.
• Seamlessly integrate release-related activities into your existing support structure to ensure sustainability
• Establish a robust methodology for introducing new functionalities within your Workday system.

By staying informed and actively engaging with each update, customers can fully leverage new features and optimize the value of their Workday investment.

Managing Deprecated Features: Proactive Approach

Proactively addressing deprecated Workday features mitigates potential disruptions and ensures system stability, unlike a reactive approach that can lead to unforeseen errors, data inconsistencies, and hindered operational efficiency.

Maximize the Benefits of Workday R2 2025 with Jade Global

Your business is your top priority—not managing complex release and deprecation tasks. As a certified Workday AMS and Managed Services partner, Jade Global handles everything from impact assessments to deployment. With our proven methodology and expert support, your Workday R2 2025 release will be seamless and stress-free.

Jade’s Approach to Workday R2 2025

Here is how we ensure you’re on the right track with our expert release and deprecation management:

With Jade Global’s guidance, you can maximize the value of Workday R2 2025. Our experts will provide best practices and recommendations to help you optimize workflows, address deprecations proactively, and leverage new features to their fullest potential—ensuring a smooth and successful rollout.

Business Benefits of Partnering with Jade for R2 2025

• Maximize ROI – Leverage proven methodologies and tools to ensure successful outcomes while mitigating risks.
• Get More Time for Innovation – Minimize inconsistencies and focus on high-value initiatives.
• Fast-Track Digital Transformation – Reduce turnaround time with smart automation and standardized processes.
• Elevate User Experience – Boost visibility into career progression and business goals with seamless functionality.