Apple ‘indirectly’ joined the wave of layoffs in the technology sector
January 14, 2024
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The benefits of convenience tools such as artificial intelligence, such as having many people do the work of a small number of people, and the high costs resulting
The benefits of convenience tools such as artificial intelligence, such as having many people do the work of a small number of people, and the high costs resulting from industry shortages, have recently led to the widespread use of technology companies. dismissal It makes them do it. Amazon for example 27 thousand employees in 2023 alone He was fired.
Apart from this, we know that many giant companies such as Spotify, Twitch and Google have laid off large numbers of people and are planning more. Apple is also indirectly involved in this trend. Let’s also explain why we specifically mentioned “indirect.”
The 121-person Siri team in San Diego was asked to move to Texas.
With this step, the technology giant wants to unite the two teams. But as we would expect The team of 121 people It seems impossible to move it to another place without loss or problems. For this reason, sources familiar with the matter predict that many people will have to leave their jobs.
The team in question is responsible for the accuracy and development of Siri. It also has offices in China, India, Ireland and Spain. Initially, employees who were aware of a particular relocation decision were told that it was to another office in the city and that packages were being delivered for the move. But now the position has changed It’s Austin.
Employees are not very willing to move.
within the company to various vacancies Most employees who receive feedback they can apply believe that the situation cannot be properly compensated because they lack technical knowledge.
Although it is not known what was behind the decision, Apple sources said until the end of February He stated that employees must decide whether to move or not.
What are the consequences of accepting or rejecting the move?
Employees who decided not to move on April 26 will be fired. These people receive compensation of 4 weeks. Additionally, each year they spend at Apple adds to the four additional weeks. 6 months health insurance will be offered.
Those who accept the move will receive relocation support in addition to continuing their duties. gets $7,000.
The information in question comes from sources who claim to be close to the discussions. All details will become clear when Apple officially announces it. What are your thoughts?
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