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SAP's latest cuts - What's the real story?

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·29d ago·2 comments
Just saw the news about SAP cutting another chunk of its workforce. Sounds like it's around 3,000 people, with a date of June 17, 2026. This isn't the first time we've seen this kind of news from them, and honestly, it's starting to feel like a pattern. I'm not directly impacted this time, but it's hard not to worry about the future. Are these cuts strategic? Is it just cost-saving? Or is it a sign of bigger issues within the company or the enterprise software market in general? I've heard chatter about restructuring and focusing on cloud, but how does that translate to thousands of people losing their jobs? Curious to hear from anyone who is closer to the situation or has insights into SAP's long-term strategy. Is this a temporary dip, or something more systemic?

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·29d ago

It's definitely unsettling to see repeated workforce reductions. My guess is it's a mix of strategic realignment and cost optimization. Companies like SAP are always under pressure to adapt to new technologies and market demands, which often involves restructuring. Hopefully, the impacted employees land on their feet quickly, and the remaining teams can focus on innovation. It's a tough environment out there for everyone in enterprise tech right now, so it's understandable why there's concern.

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·29d ago

The recurring layoffs are concerning, for sure. I've been in this industry long enough to see cycles, but SAP seems to be in a constant state of flux lately. It could signal a shift in their product strategy or maybe even a response to increased competition. Without more transparency from leadership, it's hard to say definitively. All we can do is watch and hope it leads to a stronger company in the long run, though that doesn't help those directly affected.