Navigating Layoffs: A Case Study on IT Companies' Workforce Reduction Strategies.

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Chaitra R

Layoffs Workforce reduction IT companies Strategy Downsizing Human resource management Employee retention Communication Change management Leadership Employee engagement Company culture Performance management Cost-cutting Outplacement services.

This case study explores how information technology (IT) companies navigate layoffs and workforce reduction strategies during times of economic downturns. The studies focuses on three IT companies and analyse their workforce reduction strategies, including the reasons for the layoffs, the process of implementation, the impact on employees, and the communication strategies used to manage the layoffs. The case study also examines the effects of the layoffs on the companies' long-term goals and overall financial performance. The findings suggest that the companies used various strategies, such as voluntary and involuntary layoffs, furloughs, and reduced work hours, to manage their workforce reductions. The study also reveals the importance of clear and effective communication strategies during the layoff process to minimize negative impact on employees and maintain employee morale. Finally, the study concludes by offering recommendations to companies on how to effectively manage workforce reductions while minimizing negative impacts on employees and maintaining company performance.

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Chaitra R (May-2023). Navigating Layoffs: A Case Study on IT Companies' Workforce Reduction Strategies.. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT, 8(5), a653-a657. https://ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2305081.pdf

Volume 8 Issue 5, May-2023

Pages : a653-a657

Paper Reg. ID: IJNRD_193104

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Research Area: Management

Country: Bangalore, Karnataka, India

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