First 2026 Workday Feature Release coming March 13-14

Workday issues two major updates, called “Feature Releases,” per year. The first Feature Release of 2026, also called “R1,” takes place March 13-14, 2026.

During a Feature Release, Workday implements a series of system updates, improvements, and new features. While hundreds of new features and enhancements are available during a Release, we work to identify and implement specific updates that will improve Workday for WSU.

Many changes during a Feature Release happen behind-the-scenes, in addition to those users can see when they log in to Workday.

Detailed information about high-impact changes to business processes or the look and feel of Workday are available now on the Modernization website’s Feature Release Hub. We’ll also provide a detailed recap of new and updated features following R1 in the April Workday Digest.

Questions? Reach out at the Workday Service Desk.