Subject: Re: A Strategic Asset for Workday’s AI & Openness Mandate
To: Corporate Development Team, Workday
I’ve followed Carl Eschenbach’s recent commentary on building the “System of Record for the AI Era” with interest—particularly the vision for a platform that serves both human and AI workers, monetized through seat-based, agent-based, and API-driven models. It’s a bold repositioning at a pivotal moment.
Yet, as you execute this strategy, there’s a growing tension in the market. Workday’s strength as a system of record is sometimes perceived as a walled garden—clients feel locked in, AI is bundled, and the narrative around openness is challenging to own. This is where hr.com becomes a unique and timely asset.
Owning hr.com wouldn’t just be a domain acquisition; it would be a strategic declaration. It allows Workday to transcend the “vendor” label and become the heart of the global HR community—an open, neutral, and trusted platform where professionals connect, learn, and shape the future of work. It directly addresses the perception challenge by giving Workday an independent, community-driven channel that complements your core product suite.
Why hr.com matters:
This isn’t just a digital real estate play. It’s a chance to own the category narrative, foster goodwill, and create a bridge to the broader market as you lead through the AI transition.
We are running a controlled process with multiple qualified parties. The window for serious interest is 60 days.
If this aligns with Workday’s next chapter, I’m happy to arrange a brief discussion.
Best regards,
Ewing Gillaspy
Next Chapter Capital