Apple has begun laying off non-seasonal employees at retail channels other than Apple Stores. The news was first revealed in an email to the publication, which noted that some Apple retail channel employees working at places like Best Buy stores have been Receive thirty-day notice of layoff rights.
It’s worth noting that Best Buy and Apple will be hiring seasonal workers in response to a boost in consumer demand, but it has been confirmed that the layoffs are not from that workforce pool as their contracts have expired. The percentage of the workforce affected by layoffs is unclear, but That’s a notable enough number of dismissals to be able to glean information from multiple sources.
The move by Apple comes as a surprise because the company has long been known for its strong employee retention culture and, unlike other big tech companies, has not publicly disclosed any mass layoffs. In November, Apple CEO Tim Cook said the company was deliberating and slowing down recruitment process. ‘We think you’re investing your own way and companies are investing for the long term and don’t believe you can prosper by saving,’ he said.
It’s worth noting that the layoffs come as other major tech companies are also making significant layoffs. Microsoft plans to cut 10,000 jobs, Google will cut 12,000 jobs in the next few weeks, Amazon layoffs are more serious than initially expected The total is expected to exceed 18,000. Facebook also chose to lay off employees in 2022, and carried out large-scale layoffs.
The reason for these layoffs is unclear but may be related to ongoing economic challenges caused by the pandemic. Companies are under increasing pressure to cut costs and adapt to new economic realities. It could also be due to changes in the industry as more people are working remotely And companies are looking to optimize their operations for the new reality.
Whatever the reason, layoffs will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the affected employees and their families. These are difficult times for many, and it is important for companies to be transparent and communicate clearly with their employees during this time of uncertainty.
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