Microsoft is planning its first-ever voluntary buyout programme for U.S. employees, as the company adjusts to rapid changes driven by the artificial intelligence boom, according to a report by CNBC.
The report said up to 7 percent of Microsoft’s U.S. workforce could be eligible. The programme will target employees at the senior director level and below, based on a combination of age and years of service. Details are expected to be shared in early May.
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According to the report, the move comes as Microsoft increases spending on AI infrastructure, including data centres, while also managing costs after recent layoffs. The company is also revising compensation policies, giving managers more flexibility in awarding stock and simplifying performance reviews.
The report said the buyout plan reflects broader shifts across the tech sector as firms restructure to remain competitive in the AI-driven economy.
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