Foundation Data Model

Current State to Future State

Explore our latest FDM “Current State to Future State” video and interactive graphic.

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An introduction to the FDM

The Foundation Data Model, known as the FDM, is the backbone of Workday’s finance, HR and payroll systems.

What is included?

The FDM is the design of the data model used across human capital management, payroll, supply chain and finance that establishes the foundation for Workday transaction processing and reporting.

FDM Worktag Definitions

Learn about Driver Worktags

This recording, from our GBAS PowerUp series, provides an introduction to entering work tags in Workday. You can also view FAQ from this session at the bottom of this page, which includes additional demos as well.

Why is it important?

The FDM provides the foundation for three key functions in Workday:

Security Which transactions can I initiate? Which transactions can I approve? Who approves my transactions? What transactions can I see? For which organizations can I see transactions?

Reporting Real-time, actionable, drillable Filter and analyze data using financial and non-financial dimensions Ability to trigger notifications and/or alerts Standardized financial, operational and management reporting

Business Processes Accounting Journals Job Requisitions Change/Add Job Supplier Invoices Payroll Payments Settlement Position Budgets