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IBM Announces Thousands of Layoffs Amid Restructuring Efforts

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
3,000
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~1.1%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
3,000 OF 282,200 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: United States.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has announced that it will be laying off approximately 3,000 employees as part of a restructuring effort aimed at streamlining operations and reducing costs. The layoffs are expected to impact various departments across the United States, reflecting the company's ongoing challenges in adapting to a rapidly changing technology landscape. CEO Arvind Krishna emphasized the need for the company to remain competitive and agile, particularly in the face of economic pressures and evolving market demands. This decision comes as IBM seeks to refocus its business strategy and enhance its service offerings in key areas.

International Business Machines Corporation cut 3,000 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 1.1% of the 282,200 people International Business Machines Corporation employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 16 layoff events at International Business Machines Corporation since October 2023, affecting a combined 8,945 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

International Business Machines Corporation cut 3,000 jobs on October 1, 2023. What did this look like from the inside — which teams, how much notice, what severance was offered? You can post anonymously below.

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