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Microsoft Cuts 830 Jobs in Washington State

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
830
SHARE OF WORKFORCE
~0.4%
EFFECTIVE DATE
Oct 1, 2023
830 OF 228,000 EMPLOYEES

What we know

Location: Washington, USA.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Microsoft Corporation has laid off 830 employees in Washington state, which represents less than 10% of its latest global layoffs. This decision is part of a broader restructuring effort within the company as it adapts to changing market conditions. The layoffs are aimed at streamlining operations and improving efficiency. Despite the significant number of job cuts, Microsoft continues to maintain a strong workforce and is focused on its long-term growth strategy. The company has not specified which departments were affected by these layoffs.

Microsoft Corporation cut 830 jobs as of October 1, 2023.

That is roughly 0.4% of the 228,000 people Microsoft Corporation employs.

LayoffTalk has tracked 44 layoff events at Microsoft Corporation since January 2023, affecting a combined 84,418 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff23 hours ago

Microsoft Corporation cut 830 jobs on October 1, 2023. If you were part of this round, what was your experience? Others going through it are reading. You can post anonymously below.

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