SAP SuccessFactors January Compass Newsletter
Shared by SAP · October 8, 2026
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[Happy New Year from SAP SuccessFactors!]
SAP SUCCESSFACTORS COMPASS NEWSLETTER
Happy New Year from SAP SuccessFactors!
We are pleased to announce the expected 1H 2026 Release dates. Preview: April 13 and Production: May 15 - 16. We’d like to get your input to help us evolve our release communications to keep them as impactful and relevant to you as possible.
Product News & Updates
[Leverage SAP Business AI to Enable a Skills-based Organization] Leverage SAP Business AI to Enable a Skills-based Organization
The Talent Intelligence Hub (TIH) Attributes Library centralizes skills, proficiency scales, and tags across Job Profile Builder, Growth Portfolio, and Learning. AI-powered discovery and standardization keep skills accurate, current, and consistent.
[Read the IDP for more information](https://d.dam.sap.com/a/6h2TsuW/IDP_SAP_SF_Leverage_SAP_Business_AI_to_enable_a_skills-based_organization.pdf?rc=67&inline=true&cta_id=reportsap-txt-left&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO)
[Full Profile View will be Universal 1H 2026] Full Profile View will be Universal 1H 2026
Entering 1H 2026, the Full Profile of the Latest People Profile in View mode will be turned on automatically for all customers; customers won’t be able to opt-out. We strongly encourage customers to embrace the enhanced Latest People Profile experience, designed to deliver greater value and improved functionality.
[SAP SuccessFactors Work Zone: Migration and Implementation Considerations] SAP SuccessFactors Work Zone: Migration and Implementation Considerations
This IDP has been updated with the latest architecture, custom domain support for SAP Jam upgrades, SAP Mobile Start as the recommended app, and SAP Build Work Zone Advanced moving to maintenance mode.
[How autonomous AI is reshaping human-AI dynamics at work] How autonomous AI is reshaping human-AI dynamics at work
Explore how autonomous AI agents are redefining human-AI dynamics at work, transforming employee priorities, team collaboration, and management practices while challenging organizations to balance automation with human motivation and connection.
Check out the [latest research](https://www.sap.com/research/artificial-intelligence-for-hr?cta_id=information-txt-right&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO#navigating-the-agentic-revolution-how-autonomous-ai-is-reshaping-human-ai-dynamics-at-work) from the Future of Work Research Lab.
[Onboarding 1.0 end of life is May 14th, 2026] Onboarding 1.0 end of life is May 14th, 2026
There’s a [community blog here](https://community.sap.com/t5/human-capital-management-blog-posts-by-sap/onboarding-1-0-decommissioning-procedure-amp-faq/ba-p/14238740?cta_id=blog-txt-left&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO) with guidance and advice for you to act now to ensure your data is retained and your next steps prepared.
In the interim, both Onboarding 1.0 and Onboarding are still receiving Compliance updates, and many forms are being patched in or uploaded now. Our [community blog](https://community.sap.com/t5/human-capital-management-blog-posts-by-sap/1h-2026-onboarding-and-onboarding-1-0-compliance-updates/ba-p/14232056?cta_id=blog-txt-left&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO), as well as our official documentation, tracks as these forms are updated.
[SAP SuccessFactors process library: 2511 Release Announcement] SAP SuccessFactors process library: 2511 Release Announcement
We are excited to announce the latest enhancements to our SAP SuccessFactors Process Library following the completion of our recent release! Please [check out our release highlights here](https://community.sap.com/t5/product-and-customer-updates/sap-successfactors-process-library-2511-release-announcement/ba-p/14296052?cta_id=productpage-txt-right&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO).
[Prepare for New Innovations, Feature Migrations, Implementation Considerations, and Deprecations]
Prepare for New Innovations, Feature Migrations, Implementation Considerations, and Deprecations
Check out our SAP SuccessFactors Innovation Alerts Dashboard in the Customer Community for expanded details for our changes coming in future releases.
Priority Innovations
- [New People Profile Experience - 2H 2025](https://community.sap.com/t5/product-and-customer-updates/latest-people-profile-experience/ba-p/13648757?cta_id=productpage-btn-body&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO) - [Onboarding 1.0 Deprecation - 1H 2026](https://community.sap.com/t5/product-and-customer-updates/onboarding-1-0-transformation-and-deprecation-announcement/ba-p/265089?cta_id=productpage-btn-body&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO) - [Migration to SAP Cloud Identity Authentication (IAS/IPS) - 2H 2026](https://community.sap.com/t5/product-and-customer-updates/deprecation-of-basic-auth-3rd-corporate-identity-provider-idp-direct/ba-p/13696609?cta_id=productpage-btn-body&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO) - [Retirement of Classic Experience in Stories](https://community.sap.com/t5/technology-blog-posts-by-sap/important-notice-changes-in-sap-analytics-cloud-classic-stories-amp/ba-p/13705220?cta_id=blog-btn-body&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO) - [Deprecation of Basic Authentication for EC/ECP Connection 2H 2026](https://community.sap.com/t5/product-and-customer-updates/deprecation-of-basic-authentication-for-ec-ecp-connections-2h-2026/ba-p/14282684?cta_id=productpage-btn-body&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO)
SuccessFactors Events
[Talent intelligence hub Q&A] Talent intelligence hub Q&A
The monthly talent intelligence hub Q&A calls are customers' chance to ask their questions about upgrade, piloting, or other getting started topics of SAP's upgrade and adoption experts. Customers are asked to submit questions in advance [here](https://forms.office.com/e/v6geyT9YWZ?cta_id=otherform-txt-body&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO).
Date: February 3
Time: 10:00-10:45 AM CET
[Q1 SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding Product User Group Meeting] Q1 SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding Product User Group Meeting
Join us for the re-launch of the SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding Product User Group.
Date: March 4, 2026, 11am EST
[Build your SAP SuccessFactors Adoption Program for Maximizing Results] Build your SAP SuccessFactors Adoption Program for Maximizing Results
Join this session to build a concrete structure and toolkit to start or refine your own SuccessFactors adoption program. You’ll explore best practices and take away actionable templates to build an initial transformation roadmap, define clear roles and responsibilities, and identify the right executive sponsors and stakeholder groups.
Date: February 26
[Register for NA/EUR session](https://sap-se.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kmwm6u-TQtK1_nRhYYHo1w?cta_id=webinar-btn-body&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO#/registration)
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[New to SAP SuccessFactors? Join us to Help You Accelerate Adoption from Day One!] New to SAP SuccessFactors? Join us to Help You Accelerate Adoption from Day One!
Join our monthly Customer Onboarding Webcast series to explore proven best practices and essential resources that support a smooth and successful go-live with SAP SuccessFactors solutions.
These interactive sessions are ideal for:
- New SAP SuccessFactors customers beginning their implementation journey - Existing customers re-onboarding due to new team members, projects, or solutions
In this Customer Onboarding webcast, our experts will guide you through key onboarding resources and proactive recommendations to help you confidently kickstart your implementation and prepare for a successful deployment.
SAP SuccessFactors upcoming events
Live or on-demand? You choose. Connect and hear how you can become empowered and accelerate your SuccessFactors implementation.
[View all SuccessFactors Events](https://community.sap.com/t5/sap-successfactors-events/eb-p/successfactorsevents?cta_id=event-btn-body&pttid=7894&InteractionType=MCP&LID=KrynIdQp23RYjHrO1cAMD%2BrjvL6Gj%2Bl0YA4prRmuoRYfOsUO)
Watch On-Demand
SAP SuccessFactors Performance & Goals Tips
Watch this on-demand webinar to see practical tips, lesser-known features, and real ways you can drive better outcomes using SAP SuccessFactors Performance & Goals solution.
Quick-Win Highlights: SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central 2H 2025
Discover a curated set of high-value, low-effort enhancements from the 2H 2025 Employee Central release. Quick demos and configuration tips so you can unlock value fast without major projects or disruption.
Unlock the Power of AI in HR with SAP Services
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the HR landscape but knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. The good news? You don’t have to navigate it alone. SAP Services are here to help.
Prepare for the Latest Onboarding Solution: Key Steps for a Smooth Transition
Learn everything you need to know about transitioning from SAP SuccessFactors Onboarding 1.0 to 2.0. This session covers key timelines, upgrade benefits, best practices, and available support to help you plan a smooth migration.
Understand The Power of the Talent Intelligence Hub for Your Organization
Learn how to the Talent Intelligence Hub can help you to transform your talent strategy and deliver results.
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