Accenture: 11,000 jobs cut
Accenture laid off over 11,000 employees in Q4 FY2025 as part of an $865M AI-driven restructuring. CEO Julie Sweet stated those who 'cannot be reskilled will be exited.' Part of broader 21,800 cuts over two quarters. Simultaneously invested in training 70,000 employees in AI and hired 77,000 AI/data professionals.
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Accenture lays off 11,000 staff who couldn't be reskilled on AI
Accenture laid off over 11,000 employees in Q4 FY2025 as part of an $865M AI-driven restructuring. CEO Julie Sweet stated those who 'cannot be reskilled will be exited.' Part of broader 21,800 cuts over two quarters. Simultaneously invested in training 70,000 employees in AI and hired 77,000 AI/data professionals.
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