Salesforce Restructures Workforce Amid AI Expansion
Salesforce is implementing a workforce restructuring by laying off over 1,000 employees while simultaneously hiring for roles focused on artificial intelligence product development. Affected employees have the opportunity to apply for other positions within the company. These changes are part of Salesforce's broader strategy around its successful AI platform, "Agentforce."
Salesforce Restructures Workforce Amid AI Expansion
Salesforce is undergoing a significant workforce transformation with plans to lay off over 1,000 employees, even as it seeks to expand its team to develop and market new artificial intelligence products, according to a report by Bloomberg News. This strategic shift highlights Salesforce's commitment to advancing its cutting-edge "Agentforce" platform, which has secured more than 1,000 paid contracts, as noted by CEO Marc Benioff.
As part of this restructuring, the affected employees will be encouraged to apply for alternative positions within the company. However, Bloomberg's report, which cites an unnamed source, did not specify the particular departments or divisions impacted by these reductions.
Despite these workforce changes, Salesforce did not immediately comment on the developments when reached by Reuters for further information.
As of January 31, 2024, Salesforce's workforce numbered 72,682, marking a notable pivot from recent trends. Earlier in January 2024, the Wall Street Journal reported a separate layoff involving approximately 700 employees, followed by an additional reduction of about 300 positions in July 2024, as noted by Bloomberg News.
Salesforce's upcoming quarterly earnings report, scheduled for February 26, is anticipated keenly by stakeholders, who expect insights on how these structural adjustments might impact future performance.
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