Google CEO Sundar Pichai recently discussed the company's ongoing workforce reductions, following the dismissal of 12,000 employees last year and additional job cuts, including at Rivian Automotive in the Bay Area. These actions are part of broader strategic shifts, with most reductions planned for the first half of 2024 and a significant reduction anticipated later in the year. Pichai emphasized disciplined hiring practices, moving away from the mass hiring and firing trends seen during and after the Covid-19 pandemic.
In an interview with Bloomberg, Pichai stressed the importance of executing layoffs thoughtfully to minimize disruption. He highlighted the need to reallocate resources efficiently in response to shifting market demands. Acknowledging past mistakes, Pichai noted that Google's previous growth strategy of mass hiring is unsustainable in the current transition.
While Pichai's emphasis on humane workforce management signals a positive change, skepticism remains about Google's ability to rebuild trust. The company's future actions will be closely scrutinized to see if they align with Pichai's commitments.
Source: Inc.
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