Within Workday’s direct deposit system, the designation process allows individuals to specify how their net pay is distributed across different bank accounts. This process involves setting the percentage or fixed amount to be allocated to each account. For instance, an employee may elect to deposit 50% of their paycheck into a checking account and the remaining 50% into a savings account, or allocate a specific dollar amount to one account and the remainder to another.
This allocation process offers notable benefits, including enhanced control over personal finances and streamlined money management. Individuals can easily automate savings contributions or allocate funds for specific financial goals directly from their paycheck. Historically, employees relied on manual transfers to manage funds across accounts, which was a time-consuming and less efficient approach.