A clear and intuitive user interface keeps employees productive and engaged. With Workday 2025R2, several enhancements improve navigation, simplify task management and give the platform a fresh, modern look.
Save in context
The new Save icon allows users to bookmark their place without leaving a task. Saved items appear in a dedicated sidebar, making it easier to return later and continue without losing progress.
- Save tasks mid-process and resume them from the sidebar
- Keep your place without navigating back through menus
- Reduce rework by preventing lost progress
Customisable global navigation
Organisations can now tailor navigation menus to their own needs. Categories and items can be configured to highlight the dashboards and tasks most relevant to employees. A global navigation sidebar remains pinned, giving users quick access to pinned apps and saved items.
- Create custom categories to surface key dashboards and reports
- Pin frequently used apps in the sidebar for faster access
- Access saved tasks from any page without losing context
Modern styling and AI assistance
Workday introduces updated styling with refreshed profile designs and new options for button colours. At the same time, a generative AI capability in the rich text editor helps users with content creation by offering prompts to proofread, shorten or adjust tone.
- Refreshed profile styling enhances the look on desktop
- Primary button colours are more flexible
- AI prompts support better writing and communication
Final thoughts and next steps
The 2025R2 user experience upgrades make Workday more intuitive, modern and personal. Encourage employees to use Save in Context, configure navigation menus to reflect organisational priorities and test the new AI writing prompts to refine communication.
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