About Workday Northwestern Polytechnic is implementing a new system to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and better support future growth. Workday is a cloud-based platform that will enhance NWP's HR, Finance, and Payroll systems by streamlining administrative tasks and business processes. Get more answers by visiting the FAQs section below. NWP Vendors The implementation of Workday will change some of the processes you have become accustomed to. We have set this page up for you to check on our progress. Staff & Faculty A variety of Workday training resources and support tools are available to help you learn how the new system will enhance your daily activities.Staff Sharepoint Current Status Progress continues behind the scenes as we work towards our goal of launching in summer 2026. The project is led by the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Steering Team and includes colleagues from senior leadership and the finance, human resources, and information technology departments. Change Ambassadors from across the organization are integral to this project, serving as key connectors between the project team and their respective areas. Email the Team Project News Progress Milestones November 2025 - Customer Confirmation Sessions Huron held many sessions from November 2 -13, giving our learning community a hands-on look at the product in the early stages. Feedback from these sessions will be integral in improving future systemization and processes. November 2025 - Unit Testing Complete After countless hours spent mapping business processes and collecting and validating data, HR and Finance completed unit testing in early November. This step allows NWP staff to verify that the work completed during sessions with Huron has resulted in a system that accurately reflects our business processes. It is also a critical time to identify any deficiencies so they can be addressed before final testing. May 2025 - Implementation RFP Awarded NWP selected Huron Consulting Group as our implementation partner following a Request for Proposal (RFP) process. Their submission detailed a 12-month completion plan for Finance and Human Resources. FAQs Get helpful answers to common questions. What is Workday? Workday is Northwestern Polytechnic’s new system for managing payroll, human resources, and finance. It is a leading cloud-based system that will streamline everyday processes and provide real-time data to support informed decision-making. Who do I contact for help? Feel free to email the Workday Implementation Change Management Team at Esteeringteam@NWPolytech.ca or contact a member of our Change Network. What is the Change Network? The Change Network is a group of nominated Change Ambassadors from across Northwestern Polytechnic. They help communicate project updates across the organization and support their represented areas during the transition to Workday. They will attend key readiness activities and direct end users to helpful resources. How can we get more information about the project? This Workday webpage is a great resource for project updates. Check out the Progress Milestones section for recent accomplishments. Staff and faculty can also find additional updates and resources on Workday SharePoint. You’ll also want to keep an eye on your inbox for further details about key readiness activities and deadlines. Will my personal information be secure in Workday? Absolutely. Workday uses advanced security protocols and encryption to protect your data. Only authorized individuals can access sensitive information. Northwestern Polytechnic follows strict privacy policies and regularly monitors Workday for compliance.