What authentication method does Workday use?

Workday uses OAuth 2.0 with a registered API Client. You'll need to provide your Client ID, Client Secret, and a Refresh Token — all generated from within your Workday tenant by an administrator.

Can I check PTO balances for my direct reports?

Yes. The `get_time_off_balances` tool retrieves current PTO balances for any worker within the security scope configured for your Integration System User. Data is returned per plan type (vacation, sick, personal).

Does it support Workday Report-as-a-Service (RaaS)?

Absolutely. Use the `execute_raas_report` tool with your report URL to retrieve any custom Workday report, including those with prompt parameters. Results are returned in JSON format.

Can I navigate the entire organizational hierarchy?

Yes. The `get_org_structure` tool fetches supervisory organizations, cost centers, and company hierarchies, allowing you to traverse the full org tree from any starting point.

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  "mcpServers": {
    "workday": {
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About Workday MCP Server

Connect your Workday tenant to any AI agent and manage your human capital operations through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Workday into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Workday and it fetches, processes, and writes — all in a single agentic loop. 9 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Worker Profiles — Query employee data, job profiles, supervisory organizations, and worker history across your entire workforce
Payroll Insights — Retrieve payroll run summaries, compensation breakdowns, and benefit elections for any worker
Organizational Structure — Navigate supervisory hierarchies, cost centers, and company structures through simple queries
Time Off & Absence — Check PTO balances, pending time-off requests, and absence history for team members
Recruiting Pipeline — Monitor open positions, candidate pipeline status, and job requisition approvals
Compensation Planning — View compensation plans, merit increases, and bonus allocations across business units
Custom Reports — Execute Workday Report-as-a-Service (RaaS) queries for tailored data extractions

The Workday MCP Server exposes 9 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect Workday to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Workday MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Workday

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Workday, help me..." — 9 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Workday MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Workday through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP — no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Workday + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Workday MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Workday MCP Tools for Cursor (9)

These 9 tools become available when you connect Workday to Cursor via MCP:

execute_raas_report

Results are returned in JSON. The URL can include prompt parameters. Execute a Workday Report-as-a-Service (RaaS) report

get_payroll_results

Get payroll results for a worker

get_time_off_balances

Get time off balances for a worker

get_time_off_requests

Get pending time off requests for a worker

get_worker

Get detailed profile for a specific worker

list_job_requisitions

List open job requisitions

list_supervisory_orgs

Shows org names, managers, and headcounts. List supervisory organizations

list_workers

Use the search parameter to filter by name, employee ID, or other attributes. List or search Workday workers

query_resource

Examples: locations, companies, costCenters, businessUnits. Query any Workday REST API resource

Example Prompts for Workday in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Workday immediately.

"How many active employees do we have in the Engineering department?"

"Show me the PTO balance for John Smith."

"Run the 'Monthly Headcount Report' for Q1 2026."

Troubleshooting Workday MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Workday to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Workday + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Workday MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design — tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.