The Founding and Evolution of Workday

Workday emerged from the ashes of PeopleSoft, which initially built successful human capital management solutions during the client-server era. After Oracle's acquisition of PeopleSoft, the founders of PeopleSoft sought a fresh start, leading to the creation of Workday, which showcased a new architectural approach and an object-oriented database. This transition was marked by the company’s ability to assemble a talented team comprised of familiar faces from PeopleSoft who were eager to develop a comprehensive HR system for large companies. Workday’s unique position in the cloud era allowed it to capitalize on the demand for modern solutions while navigating the complexities that were absent during its predecessors' developmental phases.