Workday is facing a major lawsuit — alleging that its job applicant screening technology discriminates against older candidates.
Court documents claim that the software giant’s algorithm “disproportionately disqualifies individuals over the age of 40 from securing gainful employment” when it screens and ranks applicants.
“We’re confident that once Workday is permitted to defend itself with the facts, the plaintiff’s claims will be dismissed,” a company spokesperson told CNN.
In addition to financial damages, the lawsuit wants a court order requiring Workday to change its hiring practices.
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