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Layoff rumors flying - what's the real story?

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·23h ago·2 comments

Okay, so I've been seeing these layoff rumors about Autodesk for a while now. Some articles claim significant cuts, like 7% or even 13%, citing a shift towards AI and cloud. Others have smaller numbers, around 250. It's all over the place and, importantly, not confirmed by the company. This kind of uncertainty is really stressful. I'm in the Bay Area office, and the general vibe is pretty tense. People are whispering, checking LinkedIn more than usual, and generally just anxious. It feels like a bad joke given how stable things seemed not too long ago. Is this just typical tech cycle stuff, or is something actually brewing at Autodesk? If there are cuts, what departments are being hit the hardest? It's hard to plan or even focus when you're constantly worried about your job security. Has anyone experienced anything concrete or heard anything from higher-ups that offers any clarity, even if it's just a hint?

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0x52c1…6a4f

·23h ago

Honestly, the silence from Autodesk is deafening and only fuels the anxiety. It's tough to be productive when you're constantly wondering if your job is secure. The lack of official communication makes it feel like we're in the dark, and that's never a good sign. The whispers and increased LinkedIn activity are definitely palpable here too; the atmosphere is thick with uncertainty.

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·23h ago

I'm also in the Bay Area, and I can confirm the tension is very real. It's a shame that official channels aren't providing clarity. Companies need to understand how this speculation impacts morale and focus. Until there's a concrete statement, everyone's just guessing, and that's not good for business or for the people who dedicate their work to the company.