Case Study
Workday is redefining finance with AI and automation
Discover how finance teams are leveraging AI and connected data to overcome legacy silos and manual bottlenecks. This infographic outlines actionable strategies to shift finance from maintaining operational performance to actively shaping corporate strategy. Break through legacy silos, eliminate manual processes, and refocus your finance team on strategic business growth.
- Topic
- Data Management and Analytics
- Published
- 13 Jul 2026
Inefficient, manual processes and disconnected data systems continue to hold finance teams back from their true potential. In fact, 51% of finance leaders agree that excessive manual work is their biggest obstacle, while 63% still struggle with siloed data across multiple platforms. The transition from maintaining performance to actively shaping business strategy requires a modern approach. By bridging the gap between human talent and intelligent automation, organizations can unlock real-time accuracy and drive bottom-line impact.
Key Highlights:
Strategic Shift: Finance is shifting from maintaining performance to actively shaping it through AI and connected data.
The Manual Burden: 51% of finance leaders state that too much manual work is the single biggest challenge in accounting and finance.
Data Silos: 63% of finance leaders report that their company’s data remains locked in operational silos.
Legacy Tool Bottlenecks: 71% of organizations are still held back by legacy tools that fail to communicate with each other.
Core Obstacles Identified: Teams are primarily held back by inefficient processes, reactive planning, skills shortages, and scattered data.
Increased Strategic Focus: With the right tools, 70% of finance time can be successfully refocused on corporate strategy.
Generative AI Adoption: 95% of finance teams plan to use Generative AI within the next three years.
Profitability Expectations: 43% of leaders expect corporate profits to rise as a direct result of implementing AI.
Unified Data Foundation: Building one source of truth for finance and operations helps integrate CRM, sales, and banking data.
Intelligent Ecosystems: Connecting workflows across GL, AP, AR, and reporting allows instant answers via natural-language questions.
Human-Tech Alliance: Letting AI handle data-heavy work frees up human talent for high-value strategic problem solving.
Predictive Insights: Utilizing predictive analytics helps businesses spot trends, manage risks, and guide pricing and resource allocation.