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Google Plans Job Cuts in 2024

January 18, 2024
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai has conveyed to employees that the Alphabet-owned company is anticipating job cuts this year. The focus of these layoffs, as mentioned in the internal memo, is on simplifying execution and driving velocity in specific areas. Pichai assured employees that these role eliminations won’t reach the scale of last year’s reductions and won’t impact every team. The move reflects a broader industry trend as companies increasingly turn to artificial intelligence and automation to enhance efficiency and reduce workloads. Despite the layoffs, Pichai emphasized Google’s commitment to ambitious goals and continued investment in key priorities.

In a confirmation to Reuters, a Google representative acknowledged the email sent to all employees but declined to disclose further details from the memo. The recent announcement follows Google’s decision to lay off employees in various units, including Voice Assistant, hardware teams (Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit), advertising sales, and augmented reality. Notably, in January 2023, Alphabet had revealed plans to cut 12,000 jobs, constituting 6% of its global workforce. However, Pichai’s memo suggests that the upcoming job cuts will not be as extensive as the reductions implemented in the previous year. As of September 2023, Alphabet had a global workforce of 182,381 employees.

The move to trim the workforce aligns with industry trends where companies are strategically adopting advanced technologies to streamline operations and stay competitive. While acknowledging the challenges, Pichai conveyed a commitment to navigate through the changes with a focus on Google’s significant goals and priorities. The company’s emphasis on investing in key areas suggests a strategic realignment aimed at optimizing resources and maintaining innovation in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

Reference:
  • Google CEO tells employees to expect more job cuts this year

 

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