TCS Layoffs: Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s largest IT firm, has clarified reports of mass layoffs, confirming that only about 12,000 employees—around 2 per cent of its global workforce—are affected. The statement comes after the Union of IT and ITES Employees (UNITE) suggested the actual numbers could be higher.
Company Pushes Back Against False Claims
According to ET Now, TCS said, “The speculations are incorrect and misleading.” “The impact is limited to 2 per cent of our workforce,” it added. Earlier this year, the company had announced a restructuring plan linked to AI adoption, which involved letting go of around 12,000 staff. False claims circulated online suggesting that as many as 80,000 employees were laid off, causing widespread concern.
Global Tech Firms Restructuring Workforces
Layoffs in the technology sector are not unique to TCS. Companies across the globe are reshaping their teams to adapt to AI and automation. Accenture has cut over 11,000 jobs worldwide while continuing to hire in areas aligned with new business priorities. Microsoft also laid off about 9,000 employees this year as part of a broader restructuring effort, even as it invests heavily in AI-driven projects.
While misinformation has been clarified, anxiety around layoffs continues to affect employees, impacting productivity and morale. The ongoing trend highlights how AI, automation, and shifting business strategies are transforming workforces worldwide.