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Microsoft Offers Buyouts to 60,000 Employees as AI Spending Rises
Microsoft offered voluntary buyouts to about 60,000 employees as it shifts focus to artificial intelligence.
Microsoft has reportedly offered voluntary buyouts to approximately 60,000 employees, a figure representing about 27% of its total workforce. The move coincides with an increase in the company’s investment in artificial intelligence.
For leaders across functions—including operations, human resources, and strategy—the situation underscores a need to align productivity goals with clear workforce planning. This includes implementing reskilling initiatives and establishing safeguards to maintain continuity of service during periods of structural change.