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Why Did Cognizant Cut 9,300 Jobs in One Year?

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Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation recently reported a 2.1% sequential revenue growth for the June 2024 quarter, despite a significant reduction in headcount.

In Q2FY24, the company saw a decrease of 8,100 employees compared to the previous quarter. On a year-on-year basis, headcount dropped by 9,300 employees compared to Q2FY23. However, the company reported a good Attrition Rate 13.6% in Q2FY24.

CompanyQ2 FY23Q1 FY24Q2 FY24Drop QoQDrop YoY
Cognizant345,600344,400336,300 8,1009,300

This decline in workforce shows the company’s efforts to optimize operations and cost-cutting measures while maintaining revenue growth amidst challenging market conditions.

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However, speaking on the drop in headcounts, the company said that this downsizing is not merely a cost-cutting measure; it reflects Cognizant’s deliberate shift toward optimizing its workforce through technology-driven efficiencies and harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation to drive productivity gains.

Cognizant CEO’s Perspective

During a conference call with analysts, Chief Executive Officer Ravi Kumar S highlighted the impact of AI and automation on Cognizant’s operations, noting, “The reason for headcount reduction and tight utilization rates is also because AI and automation are increasingly being applied to our projects.”

These remarks are significant amidst broader concerns about job displacement due to AI.

Ravi Kumar emphasized that technology can serve as an enabler, not a threat, to employment. He added that competing in today’s market requires more than labor arbitrage; productivity gains driven by automation and AI are crucial.

Cognizant’s proactive adoption of these technologies has positioned the company ahead of its peers, reflected in increased wallet share and business growth.

Other IT Companies

Other IT companies, including Infosys, HCLTech, LTIMindtree, and Capgemini, have also reported a decline in headcounts in their Q2 results. However, unlike Cognizant, these companies did not attribute the reduction to AI and automation.

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A few IT giants like TCS, Wipro, and Tech Mahindra have announced employee additions in Q1 but these additions are minimal compared to the significant headcount reductions across the broader IT industry.

Conclusion

The trend across the industry suggests a broader focus on cost optimization and operational efficiency, but the reasons behind the workforce reductions may vary, reflecting different strategies and market conditions.

The overall trend indicates that while some companies are still hiring, the pace is much slower, reflecting cautious strategies amid economic uncertainties and increasing reliance on automation and AI, which are reshaping workforce dynamics in the sector.


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