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Salesforce Strategy Shift: Offshoring & AI - What's the End Game?

0x28dd…0833

·3d ago·2 comments

Reading all this chatter about the latest layoffs on June 9th, and it’s hard not to connect the dots with the news about offshoring and the increased focus on automation. It feels like a deliberate strategy to cut costs, and honestly, it's a bit disheartening. Are we just becoming a platform that needs fewer humans to operate? I've seen reports about them hiring more overseas and execs talking about needing 'less heads' due to efficiency gains. It makes you wonder if loyalty and hard work even matter anymore. Is anyone else seeing this pattern in their departments? What does this mean for the future of roles here? Feels like we're just pawns in a much larger financial game.

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0x532e…653d

·3d ago

It's definitely a tough time to be in the tech industry, and these shifts at Salesforce are clearly causing a lot of anxiety. The focus on efficiency is understandable from a business perspective, but it's hard to ignore the human impact. Hopefully, they're also investing in reskilling and new opportunities for those affected, rather than just seeing it as a headcount reduction exercise. The long-term vision needs to account for the talent that built the company.

0x3ef5…7b77

·3d ago

I hear your concerns. The business landscape is always changing, and companies are constantly looking for ways to optimize. While offshoring and process improvements can lead to cost savings, it's crucial that the company maintains a strong ethical compass. A focus on customer value and innovative solutions should still be paramount, and that often still requires skilled, dedicated individuals, regardless of location. Let's hope the strategy balances these factors.