Articles by tag: layoffs
In this episode of Pro AV Today, host Ben Thomas is joined by Michelle Okeke, an accomplished marketing professional with extensive experience in high-profile tech companies and advertising agencies, shared an intimate and personal perspective on job layoffs, a scenario that she has endured throughout in her career. Okeke shares insights on the…
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Businesses Fearing a Recession Should Use AI to Optimize Their Supply Chain
Thanks to high inflation, rising interest rates, and massive job cuts, fear of recession has become modus operandi for most businesses. Even with year-over-year inflation somewhat cooling and with the shuttering of Silicon Valley Bank, the Federal Reserve shows no signs of continuing its path of demand destruction with interest rate hikes. A bearish…
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Spotify Will Cut About 6% of Jobs in Latest Tech Layoffs
(Bloomberg) — Spotify Technology SA is planning to cut about 6% of its employees, joining a slew of technology companies from Amazon.com Inc. to Meta Platforms Inc. in announcing job cuts to lower costs. The move was announced in a filing Monday morning, confirming reports from over the weekend that there would be job cuts….
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Google’s Pichai Tells Staff Cuts Avoided ‘Much Worse’ Issues
(Bloomberg) — Google’s chief executive officer told employees on Monday that job cuts were made in a bid to act decisively as the company’s growth slowed. In an internal meeting, Sundar Pichai, who is CEO of Google parent Alphabet Inc., said he had consulted with the company’s founders and board in making the decision for…
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Technology Jobs: The 2023 Outlook
Ben: Hey everyone. Thanks so much for tuning in today. I am your host, Ben Thomas. Today we’re going to take a deep dive into what the technology job market looks like for 2023. If you were to ask somebody on the street what their opinion of the job market in technology for 2023…
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Big-Tech Layoffs: Recession or Mismanagement?
“The recession is coming; the recession is coming! ” – Paul Revere, 2022 As whispers of a pending recession become louder and louder, it stands to reason these major layoffs in big-tech are a preemptive measure to keep companies afloat. So far, we’ve seen companies like Twitter, Amazon, Meta and more laying off, in…
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Should Mortgage Lenders Be Laying Off Their Pros in This Housing Market?
The never-ending wave of rising interest rates, and therefore pricier debt and consumer demand destruction, is turning buyers away from new home sales. Mortgage lenders are now laying off their pros in droves, hoping to weather the quagmire of a weak market. Is this short-term hemorrhage the right move? Origin Bank Sr. Mortgage Loan…
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Leverage Data-Driven Tools and Local SEO for Maximum Search Engine Rankings
As businesses continue to navigate the digital landscape, data-driven tools are more crucial than ever for effective SEO strategies. Understanding and implementing the proper SEO practices can make a significant difference with evolving algorithms and competitive markets. Given that 75% of users never scroll past the first page of search results, this statistic underscores…
On-Device AI is Today’s Tech Innovation, Competition and Market Leadership Driver
On-device AI revolutionizes the tech landscape, making it a critical factor for industry dominance. This cutting-edge technology directly integrates advanced AI capabilities into devices, transforming consumer and enterprise applications. This shift stems from the need for improved performance, reduced latency, enhanced data privacy & security, and personalized user experiences. With advancements in neural processing…
The Role of AI in Modern Supply Chains: Insights from Aaron Hatfield at Arvist
Artificial intelligence rapidly transforms modern supply chains, with companies like Arvist leading the charge. In a recent episode of Hammer Down, hosted by Mike Bush, Aaron Hatfield, the Head of Sales at Arvist, sheds light on AI’s practical applications and benefits in enhancing supply chain operations. Is AI in the supply chain a double-edged…
Training New Semiconductor Manufacturing Professionals is Key to Meet Coming Domestic Manufacturing Demand
Over the past few years, the U.S. has made significant strides in semiconductor manufacturing, driven by substantial investments and strategic policies. With the CHIPS Act expected to triple domestic semiconductor manufacturing capacity by 2032, the need for a skilled workforce is more urgent than ever. This discussion explores the key question: What does the…