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Workiva: An Independent, In-Depth Review

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Aug 19th, 2026 | 1 PM ET

Selecting the right financial reporting and disclosure management platform is becoming harder. Reporting requirements continue to grow. Finance teams must manage SEC filings, regulatory disclosures, XBRL, internal controls, and audits. Meanwhile, financial data often sits across disconnected systems. Accuracy becomes harder to maintain. At the same time, teams expect better collaboration, more automation, and stronger governance. In this independent review, we examine Workiva from a buyer’s perspective. We explain where it fits within financial reporting, disclosure management, connected reporting, and Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). We also identify the business models and reporting scenarios where Workiva is the strongest fit.

Next, we explore Workiva’s connected reporting architecture. We review its financial and SEC reporting capabilities. We also examine XBRL, data linking, document collaboration, workflows, and controls. Then, we assess how Workiva connects data across spreadsheets, reports, presentations, and source systems. In addition, we discuss its fit for public-company reporting, regulatory compliance, SOX, and complex reporting environments. Throughout the session, we focus on practical considerations. We also separate functional capabilities from vendor claims.

Finally, we examine Workiva’s advantages and limitations. We also discuss implementation considerations and organizational fit. Then, we identify the industries, company sizes, and reporting requirements best suited for the platform. We also explore scenarios where other financial reporting, disclosure management, financial close, or GRC solutions may be a better fit. Whether you are preparing for an IPO or replacing manual reporting processes, this session can help. It can also help organizations improving financial controls or modernizing connected reporting. Ultimately, the goal is to help you make a more informed software selection decision.

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Join us for a powerful session covering an independent, in-depth review of Workiva, a leading financial reporting platform, to support enterprise technology selection.

Learning Objectives:

Understand where Workiva fits within the financial reporting, disclosure management, connected reporting, and GRC software landscape.

Learn which business models, industries, company sizes, and reporting environments are best suited for Workiva.

Explore Workiva’s connected reporting architecture, SEC reporting, XBRL, data linking, collaboration, workflow, and compliance capabilities.

Evaluate Workiva’s strengths, limitations, implementation considerations, and potential tradeoffs from an independent buyer’s perspective.

Compare Workiva with alternative financial reporting, disclosure management, financial close, and GRC platforms to support a more informed software selection decision.

Speakers

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Sam Gupta
CEO | ElevatIQ

Sam Gupta has been a thought leader in the digital transformation space for nearly two decades, with the primary focus on business software. Sam is rated as #1 thought leader in the ERP and CRM categories and #5 in the digital transformation category on Thinkers 360. He is also among the top 100 thought leaders across all categories. He has been part of large transformation initiatives for Fortune 500 corporations, but now spends his time consulting with SMEs as a CEO at ElevatIQ. Sam regularly speaks at industry conferences and contributes his experiences through many popular blogs and publications. He also hosts a podcast called WBSRocks, focused on business growth through digital transformation, where he interviews top influencers and executives focused on digital transformation.

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Phil Coerper
Managing Director | Ringling Business Solutions

Phil Coerper has provided over 25 years of Executive Leadership across a wide range of industries and markets. Driven by a hands-on, collaborative management style; Coerper leads business transformations delivering accelerated growth and exceptional shareholder value. Phil has specialized in providing executive leadership for privately held and investment fund-sponsored companies, leveraging his extensive expertise in global business development and operational excellence.

Andy Pratico
The ERP Santa Claus

Andy Pratico has spent more than four decades selling ERP solutions to manufacturers across North America. He has witnessed the evolution of ERP firsthand and has distilled those experiences into several books and widely followed industry podcasts. Today, he leads the sales and marketing function at ESS, an Infor reseller.

Shrestha Dash
Industry Research Analyst | ElevatIQ

Shrestha Dash is passionate about uncovering actionable insights and exploring the ever-evolving landscape of technology and digital transformation. With a strong analytical foundation, she delves into topics such as ERP, enterprise software, and digital ecosystems, offering in-depth research and thoughtful analysis. Currently working as an Industry Research Analyst at ElevatIQ, she combines her expertise in research with a flair for storytelling, helping businesses navigate complex industry trends and make informed decisions.

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