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Intuitive Surgical Cuts Hundreds of Jobs in South Bay

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
300
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~2.2%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
300 OF 13,676 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: South Bay, California.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. has announced significant layoffs, cutting approximately 300 jobs in the South Bay area. This decision comes as part of the company's efforts to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions. The layoffs are expected to impact various roles within the organization, although specific departments were not detailed. The company has faced challenges recently, prompting this workforce reduction to enhance efficiency and focus on core business areas. The layoffs took effect on October 1, 2023, marking a substantial shift in the company's operational strategy.

Intuitive Surgical, Inc. cut 300 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 2.2% of the 13,676 people Intuitive Surgical, Inc. employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 5 layoff events at Intuitive Surgical, Inc. since October 2023, affecting a combined 1,293 employees.

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Intuitive Surgical, Inc. cut 300 jobs on October 1, 2023. Were you affected, or do you know people who were? How was it handled — severance, notice, which teams? You can post anonymously below.

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