#workforcereduction

I don’t know specifics, but Optum Learn experienced a RIF today.

Team I'm on is mandating AT LEAST 50 PERCENT OF ALL NEW CODE be generated using copilot. No longer "use copilot to work faster" but now "replace your development skills with copilot". I do not doubt, FIS will be rolling this out to ALL of development over time

If there were any doubts that FIS was taking the path of using AI to reduce workforce, well. That seems to be EXACTLY where were headed

Can't wait for the brain and skill rot from forced use of copilot to bite them in the a-s

Executives are coming for our jobs and we have to come together to stop it. We need a white collar union!

NP here. Me and 3 others laid off this morning.

Over 800 New Jersey employees are impacted by recent workforce changes. Retail and banking sectors saw substantial job reductions. JPMorganChase plans to terminate 120 workers in Jersey City. Target expects 107 layoffs across Central and South Jersey. Walmart will relocate 100 Hoboken employees or face terminations.

https://www.roi-nj.com/2026/02/17/economy/warn-update-early-february-workforce-changes-affect-hundreds-across-new-jersey/

Cutting nearly 350 jobs at its Amana manufacturing plant, impacting more than a quarter of the roughly 1,500 people who work there. The company says the move is tied to a multi-year modernization effort aimed at reshaping and diversifying operations at the facility.

https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/2026/02/17/whirlpool-amana-layoffs-iowa/88722796007/

Citigroup wants to help American families build financial stability. Unless those families work for Citigroup.
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https://www.ibtimes.com/citi-pledges-35m-household-financial-resilience-while-slashing-60000-jobs-that-destroy-3796814

My account manager told us a new round of wfrs are coming down the pipe. I wish our shared service manager would stop being such a brown noser and stand up for his people. You no who you are and thanks for telling me abut this site

I'm seeing people report layoffs all over the place.

Roche is currently undergoing a significant global restructuring of its Roche Digital Technology (RDT) organization (former Roche global IT). Under the leadership of Wafaa Mamili, the company is centralizing operations through a new technology hub in Hyderabad, India. While total headcount is projected to grow globally, this strategy involves substantial workforce reductions at key sites, including Basel, Mississauga, South San Francisco, Mannheim, Costa Rica and more.
These transitions, which also include the departure of high-level and high-performing specialists and long-term contributors, are expected to continue throughout 2026 in accordance with local labor regulations and social plans. It may no longer be a "great place to work" especially for IT specialists.

Five Arizona employers filed WARN notices in January 2026. These filings indicate planned workforce reductions across the state. Approximately 260 job cuts are outlined by these notices. Avelo Airlines is among the companies planning layoffs. This activity suggests a slower start to layoffs compared to late 2025.

https://www.msn.com/en-in/money/news/arizona-layoffs-rise-warn-notices-reveal-260-job-cuts-planned-across-five-employers/ar-AA1W9ETZ?apiversion=v2&domshim=1&noservercache=1&noservertelemetry=1&batchservertelemetry=1&renderwebcomponents=1&wcseo=1

With AI coming, should engineers unionize? I believe upper management is going to continue to squeeze engineers and with knowledge worker tasks being transferred to AI agents... it makes the work of an engineer procedural rather than design. That's very much like factory work.

I don't see any other way to spread the wealth. The alternative feels like "to get squeezed".

I’m going to say what a lot of people are thinking but no one is saying out loud.

Why is “CAP” suddenly being mentioned in almost every group meeting lately?

We’re repeatedly told “it’s not a bad thing,” but historically, CAP has been used as documentation that leads to performance write-ups and eventually layoffs. So let’s be honest—what exactly changed, and why the sudden focus now?

It’s hard not to notice the pattern. The targets keep moving, expectations keep increasing, and the goals feel more and more disconnected from the reality of the actual workload. The people setting these expectations aren’t the ones doing the job every day, under the same pressure, with the same volume, and the same constraints.

At some point, calling it “support” while simultaneously increasing pressure starts to feel less like development and more like positioning.

People deserve honesty, not reassurance that doesn’t align with what they’re experiencing in real time.

So I’ll ask directly:
Is this truly about helping employees improve, or is this the early stage of workforce reduction being framed differently?

Transparency matters. People can handle the truth. What’s hard to handle is feeling managed out while being told everything is fine.

It appears an RIF is planned for the coming week at Optum. I’m interested in how this will be carried out, and wonder if they will adhere to the WARN Act. They’ve been sued before, and if I have new found time on my hands….

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/layoffs/warn

A statement from the company was shared with WCNC Charlotte on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026. Lowe's said about 600 corporate and support employees would be impacted, making up less than 1% of its total workforce. Lowe's statement said, in part, "This step helps better align our resources to support our stores and the associates who serve customers every day."

https://www.wcnc.com/article/money/business/lowes-layoffs-2-13-2026/275-942340e2-6a81-4394-9698-d3fcd12da5b9

Home improvement retailer Lowe’s (LOW.N) is cutting roughly 600 corporate and support positions, accounting for under 1% of its overall workforce, in an effort to prioritize staffing and resources at its stores.

https://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/2026/02/13/lowes-cuts-corporate-and-support-roles-to-focus-on-store-employees/88667837007/

Colour me red! More layoffs this month! Send us all on the dole

ttps://the-mcclure-standard.ghost.io/lowes-new-rounds-of-layoffs-may-be-of-interest-to-the-sec/

How many were let go yesterday?

Let's put some consideration to this considering that a lot of jobs will be going overseas. It's a last attempt at keeping some of the roles stateside.

Even with the recent job reductions, Alaska is grappling with a labor shortage. Nonresidents accounted for almost 23% of the state’s workforce in early 2026, marking the second-highest share recorded since 1992.

pray be warned, efficiencies are a comin' and have started at the same time..

efficiencies such as wfr, vr and if not cr.. allover the uk.

If you wanted out, the ssdc is the place to be!

In November 2025, 1.4% of people employed in Hawaii were laid off or discharged, a lower rate than October. Compared to the national numbers, the November 2025 rate in Hawaii was higher, meaning a higher share of the Hawaii working population was laid off or dismissed in November 2025 compared to the US overall.

RationalFX data indicates 30,700 tech layoffs occurred worldwide in early 2026. This trend is on track to exceed 2025's total of 245,000 job cuts. U.S.-based tech companies account for over 80 percent of these reductions. Amazon alone cut 16,000 positions, representing over half of all announced layoffs. Other companies like Ericsson, ASML, Meta, and Block also announced significant workforce reductions.

https://technode.global/2026/02/13/tech-sector-layoffs-reach-30700-just-6-weeks-into-2026-on-track-to-surpass-2025s-job-cuts-rationalfx/

Seres Therapeutics announced a significant workforce reduction. The company plans to cut its headcount by 30%. It will also stop investing in its SER-155 phase 2 study. Operational focus will shift to high-value earlier-stage programs. This follows a 25% workforce reduction just months prior.

https://www.biopharmadive.com/news/seres-layoffs-restructuring-microbiome-immune-disease/812079/

The Idaho National Laboratory (INL) and its contractor confirmed recent employee layoffs. Battelle Energy Alliance initiated an Involuntary Separation Program. This program aims to reduce current workforce staffing levels. Fewer than 1% of INL employees were impacted, totaling under 50 positions. The company stated this aligns the workforce with national and Department of Energy priorities.

https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/02/idaho-national-laboratory-confirms-layoffs-have-occurred-number-of-jobs-lost-unknown/

Let go 4% of workforce due to re-sizing.

John Deere has initiated a recall for some of its workers who were previously laid off. This move signifies a potential recovery or increased demand for the agricultural machinery manufacturer. The recall directly impacts employees who had faced job reductions in the recent past. This development specifically pertains to John Deere operations located within Iowa. The company is bringing staff back, suggesting a positive shift in its workforce strategy.

https://kiowacountypress.net/content/iowa-john-deere-workers-recalled-after-layoffs#google_vignette

Dozens of workers are facing layoffs at two facilities located in Gaston. The specific companies affected by these job reductions were not explicitly named in the provided headline. This event signifies a significant workforce reduction impacting employees in the Gaston area. The headline indicates that a notable number of individuals will lose their jobs. Further details regarding the reasons for these layoffs were not available.

https://www.aol.com/articles/dozens-workers-two-gaston-facilities-100532669.html

A new report indicates that 11 companies in Georgia are preparing for a significant workforce reduction. These companies are collectively set to implement hundreds of layoffs across the state. In addition to job cuts, several of these businesses are also planning complete closures. This widespread impact highlights a challenging period for the employment landscape within Georgia.
https://www.ledger-enquirer.com/news/state/georgia/article314634697.html

A federal energy lab located in Colorado recently announced another round of layoffs. More than 100 employees were impacted by these job reductions. This marks a significant workforce reduction for the institution. The cuts affect a substantial portion of the lab's personnel within the state. This latest round reinforces ongoing adjustments at the federal energy lab in Colorado.

https://www.denvergazette.com/2026/02/10/colorados-federal-energy-lab-hit-with-another-round-of-100-layoffs/

Washington state experienced a significant number of job layoffs during January. The state ranked third nationally for the highest volume of these workforce reductions. The technology sector was particularly hard hit by these job cuts across the state. This indicates a challenging start to the year for employment within the region. No specific companies were named as the headline points to a broader industry trend.

https://www.khq.com/news/washington-ranks-3rd-in-u-s-for-january-job-layoffs-tech-hit-hard/article_68ea874d-909f-48c5-a777-dab0c6d879c5.html

December 15, 2025 – JINYA Hawaii. inc. (dba JINYA Ramen Bar – Honolulu), opens in a new tab
December 11, 2025 – 5 Minute Pharmacy LLC, opens in a new tab
December 1, 2025 – Autocraft Hawaii LLC , opens in a new tab
November 26, 2025 – Zetton Inc. (dba Camado Ramen Tavern), opens in a new tab
November 18, 2025 – Queen’s Medical Center Pathology Operations, opens in a new tab
October 29, 2025 – Paradise Cove Luau, opens in a new tab
October 3, 2025 – Panda Restaurant Group , opens in a new tab(Raising Cane’s)
September 22, 2025 – Pulama Lanai , opens in a new tab(Rock & Concrete Operations)
September 10, 2025 – Monsanto Technology LLC, opens in a new tab
August 21, 2025 – Watabe Wedding Corp , opens in a new tab(Follow-up to November 2024 , opens in a new tabWARN)
August 18, 2025 – Parts Center Hawaii, opens in a new tab
August 8, 2025 – Polynesian Cultural Center, opens in a new tab
August 4, 2025 – Claire’s, opens in a new tab
July 25, 2025 – Project Vision , opens in a new tab
July 16, 2025 – Hawaiian Airlines , opens in a new tab(Alaska Airlines)
July 8, 2025 – Hawaii Homeless Healthcare Hui, opens in a new tab
June 13, 2025 – Zetton Inc. , opens in a new tab(Aloha Table)
June 9, 2025 – Entertainment America, Inc. , opens in a new tab(Chuck E. Cheese – Pearl City Location)
June 9, 2025 – Watabe Wedding Corporation , opens in a new tab(Farmer’s Market Operation)
June 2, 2025 – Management & Training Corporation , opens in a new tab(Hawaii Job Corps Center)
May 8, 2025 – Oshkosh Airport Services, opens in a new tab
April 24, 2025 – Ocean Investments, LLC , opens in a new tab (53 By The Sea, Terrace By The Sea, & related wedding services)
March 13, 2025 – C&S Family of Companies (Second WARN Notice , opens in a new tab– Hawaii Logistics LLC, Hawaiian Housewares LLC, C&S Wholesale Grocers LLC)
February 21, 2025 – Project Vision , opens in a new tab
February 7, 2025 – Ginshari, Inc. – KuruKuru Sushi, opens in a new tab
February 7, 2025 – Territorial Savings Bank, opens in a new tab
February 5, 2025 – Aqua Hotels & Resorts – Aqua Skyline at Island Colony (Hotel), opens in a new tab
January 23, 2025 – Hawaiian Ice, opens in a new tab
January 22, 2025 – Alaska Airlines, opens in a new tab
January 2, 2025 – Lahaina Petroleum, opens in a new tab
January 8, 2025 – C&S Family of Companies , opens in a new tab(Hawaii Logistics LLC, Hawaiian Housewares LLC, C&S Wholesale Grocers LLC)

The National Laboratory of the Rockies is facing yet another wave of layoffs. Colorado’s members of Congress have expressed sharp disapproval, pointing to what they describe as an ongoing pattern of workforce reductions. The number of impacted employees has not been released.

https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/colorados-congressional-leaders-layoffs-national-laboratory-rockies/

https://www.healthcarefinancenews.com/news/cigna-cut-2000-jobs

Cigna plans to reduce its global workforce by approximately 2,000 positions, representing less than 3% of its workforce.

The layoffs will occur by the end of February.

A spokesperson for The Cigna Group said by statement: "As we drive greater efficiency across our business, we have made the difficult decision to reduce roles in our workforce. This decision was made with deliberate care and focus, and we are providing a package that includes a variety of transition services for impacted colleagues."

Cigna did not give specifics on which jobs or departments would be impacted.

The news coincides with Cigna’s Q4 and full-year 2025 earnings release in which the managed care company reported better-than-expected results for the quarter but set its full-year earnings guidance below expectations.

During the earnings call, President, CEO and Chairman David Cordani announced the settlement of a lawsuit with the Federal Trade Commission over Express Scripts' insulin pricing.

Well right before the centerwell town call meeting, Conviva/centerwell staff was laid off. Thats SW, CHWs, RNs and Managers. All CIT staff.

Target Corporation has announced that it will cut about 500 roles at the company, partially in an effort to reallocate financial resources to boost the in-store customer experience.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91490082/target-layoffs-today-more-jobs-cuts-customer-experience-lags

The College of Wooster is reducing its staff due to financial pressures. Twenty-two positions were eliminated, including 18 full-time and four part-time roles. These cuts primarily affected administrative and non-student-facing departments. The college cited declining student enrollment and lower birth rates as key reasons. Enrollment has decreased from over 2,000 students in 2011 to more than 1,600 currently.

https://www.ideastream.org/education/2026-02-09/the-college-of-wooster-lays-off-staff-as-it-adjusts-to-a-smaller-student-body