Employees are seen at Autodesk’s San Francisco technology center. The tech giant announced Thursday it will lay off 9% of its workforce, approximately 1,350 employees, as part of a pivot to AI.
AutodeskAutodesk announced Thursday that it will reduce its global workforce by 9%, affecting approximately 1,350 employees.
The San Francisco software company, known for its AutoCAD platform, said the decision is part of a larger restructuring plan aimed at improving the company’s efficiency and focusing on key growth areas like artificial intelligence and platform development.
In a message to employees, Autodesk President and CEO Andrew Anagnost expressed regret over the layoffs but emphasized that the decision was necessary for the company’s future success.
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“This decision was made after careful consideration, and I sincerely regret the impact on those who may be affected,” Anagnost said. “You have my assurance that Autodesk will do everything possible to support impacted employees and treat them with care throughout this process.”
The interior of the Autodesk Gallery, located at One Market in San Francisco. The tech giant announced Thursday it will lay off 9% of its workforce, approximately 1,350 employees, as part of a pivot to AI.
Fabiano Feijo/AutodeskThe layoffs are part of Autodesk’s effort to reshape its go-to-market organization. With the company transitioning to a subscription-based model and embracing more self-service options, the restructuring is intended to boost customer satisfaction and improve productivity.
Anagnost said Autodesk plans to invest more in AI, cloud technology and industry-specific solutions to stay competitive.
Autodesk has pledged to support the affected employees with severance packages, career assistance and job placement services.
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“You will always be a part of Autodesk’s story, and I am grateful for everything you have done,” Anagnost said.
The layoffs follow a broader trend in the tech industry, where companies like Salesforce and Workday have also made cuts to reallocate resources toward high-growth areas like AI.