WHAT DOES GVSU EXPECT TO ACHIEVE WITH WORKDAY STUDENT?

• Better User Experience: A modern, easy-to-use, and mobile-friendly platform with automated workflows, empowering students by removing barriers.

• Agility & Simplification: Faster data access, scalable solutions, and fewer systems, offering a long-term, sustainable approach.

• Technology Simplification: The SaaS model reduces complexity, leading to fewer systems and supporting a more streamlined experience.

• DEI Support: Aligned with diversity goals, providing real-time program impact reporting and ensuring all students are supported and empowered.

WHY IS GVSU MOVING AWAY FROM BANNER?

• High Maintenance: On-site support requires a lot of resources.

• Product Gaps: Ellucian's limitations mean we always need to find workarounds and make custom adjustments.

• Custom Tools: Additional tools built for unique needs (e.g., credit processing, reports). 

• 3rd Party Integrations: Use of Automic, Argos, etc. to fill functionality gaps. 

• Data Access Limitations: Basic data access hinders decision-making. 

WHY DID GVSU CHOOSE WORKDAY STUDENT?

It is an essential trend that higher ed institutions use a modern cloud SaaS student solution and of those, 73% have chosen Workday over Oracle and Unit4.  

Workday offers GVSU the following: 

• Extended Ramp-Up: Workday extended the Student module ramp-up from 12 to 18 months, aligning with our timeline. 

• Frequent Enhancements: Eight+ enhancement rounds planned before the Student module rollout; Workday also updates twice yearly. 

• Early Adopter Advantage: Early adoption allows GVSU to influence development and participate in customer planning sessions. 

• Learning from Peers: Several large institutions will deploy Student before GVSU, providing valuable insights.