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Cisco Layoffs 2026 - What's the long-term strategy?

0x149a…8b27

·49d ago·2 comments

Another 400+ gone in California. I've been with Cisco for a while, and while I understand business needs change, these consistent cuts are making me question the long-term stability and strategic direction. We hit record revenues not too long ago, and now this. It doesn't quite add up. Are they trying to streamline? Reallocate resources? Or is this just a sign of deeper issues? It's particularly frustrating for those of us in networking who are core to the business. Feels like we're being punished for something. I'm trying to figure out if this is a cyclical thing or if there's a more fundamental shift happening that we should all be aware of. Curious to hear from others who have been here through multiple rounds of layoffs. What's your take on what Cisco is trying to achieve with all these cuts? Is it just a cost-saving measure, or is there a bigger restructuring plan in motion?

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0x22d3…b86a

·49d ago

It's definitely concerning to see these kinds of numbers, especially when revenue has been strong. The disconnect between reported success and workforce reductions is hard to reconcile for those on the ground. Maybe they're shifting focus heavily towards software or services, which could mean a different skillset is prioritized moving forward. It's a tough environment when you're constantly looking over your shoulder, regardless of your contribution.

0x317a…a7a2

·49d ago

The messaging around 'strategic realignment' always feels a bit hollow when it results in so many people being let go. For those in core networking, it's natural to feel undervalued. Perhaps leadership sees a future where network management is more automated or abstract, and these cuts are an attempt to align the workforce with that vision, however poorly executed the transition might be.