Microsoft is one of the most powerful, dominant corporations in the world. But not even they are immune from layoffs. Microsoft lays off thousands: Thanks, technology shift!
Microsoft plans to lay off thousands of people all over the world. They have over 121,000 employees globally, but that number will decrease. So why are they doing this? Because they want to improve their cloud service. You see, they want their sales teams to promote and sale Azure, their cloud service. They need to hit Azure out of the park because they’re competing with Apple, Google and Amazon cloud services.
However, Azure is already to a great start. Their sales doubled in just the last quarter. People turn to cloud computing because it’s cheaper and easier. With cloud, individuals can stream their favorite videos and other on-demand software. Also, companies can better run websites with cloud computing. Microsoft lays off thousands: they picked a peculiar time to do so. Microsoft’s fiscal year ends in July. Apparently, so do people’s job. This seems to be a annual pattern. Last year, they laid off around 2,800 people. Also, back in 2015, they cut 7,800 jobs. And in 2017, Microsoft lays off thousands.
But this time, we don’t know how many thousands. And no Microsoft leader is talking. However, one Microsoft analysts explains why this move is necessary for workers and customers alike. He calls this a rotation. Microsoft lays off thousands with traditional sales and computer skills. Then, they will be replaced by those skilled in cloud, AI, and/or robot technology. This should be a lesson to all involved in computer repair. We should never be content with our computer service?skills. We should all be trying to learn and grow in computer science. Because our technology is changing so fast that none of our jobs are really safe. I’m sure some of these Microsoft employees thought they were safe. But not so. We need to always be prepared and learning for an ever changing field and an ever changing world. So what are doing to learn more?