Johnson Electric is transforming its global HR operations by leveraging Workday's AI-powered platform. Since 2018, the company has used Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) to unify HR processes and enhance workforce productivity across key Asia Pacific and Japan markets, including Hong Kong, South Korea, Japan, and Singapore.
Johnson Electric recognised the need for a unified platform to streamline HR processes, gain global workforce visibility, and support consistent talent management. "Workday is the backbone of our global HR operations, and we are continually uncovering new ways to improve how we manage and engage our people," said Christian Moeller, chief human resources Officer at Johnson Electric.
Building on its strong foundation, Johnson Electric is now scaling new capabilities through the implementation of Workday Peakon Employee Voice in Hong Kong and the rollout of Payroll Interface in other regions.
These implementations reflect the company’s deepening investment in connected, data-driven people strategies, enhancing its ability to listen, engage, and respond to employee needs while streamlining operations at scale.
The company is harnessing the next generation of Workday AI to enhance workforce productivity and free up teams to focus on strategic growth initiatives.
"Workday’s AI capabilities are already making a difference – from generating job descriptions and flagging anomalies in salary proposals to automating workflows that make HR more strategic and less transactional," Moeller added.
This transformation aligns with broader trends in Asia, where companies are increasingly adopting HR technology to enhance efficiency and talent management.
A Sapient Insights Group survey found that Asia-Pacific has doubled its HR tech adoption rates since 2022.
However, only 21% of respondents in Asia-Pacific reported having a dedicated HR tech budget, highlighting opportunities for greater investment.
Moreover, a Korn Ferry report highlights the need for a razor-sharp focus on critical skills in Asia. Johnson Electric's partnership with Workday addresses this by enabling data-driven talent decisions and facilitating internal mobility.
"We see Workday playing an increasingly critical role in enabling faster decisions and smarter talent strategies," said Moeller.
By leveraging AI to automate routine tasks and provide data-driven insights, Johnson Electric is freeing up HR professionals to focus on strategic initiatives and improve the employee experience.
