One word that was CEOs' 'favourite' and employees' 'nightmare' in 2025 across technology companies; including Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Meta, Salesforce and others
In 2025, 'efficiency' became the dominant corporate mantra, driving widespread layoffs and hiring freezes across Big Tech and the federal government. Companies are leveraging AI to automate tasks and reduce middle management, aiming for higher profits. This trend was amplified by the public sector's Department of Government Efficiency, which implemented aggressive workforce reductions.
In 2025, 'efficiency' became the dominant corporate mantra, driving widespread layoffs and hiring freezes across Big Tech and the federal government. Companies are leveraging AI to automate tasks and reduce middle management, aiming for higher profits. This trend was amplified by the public sector's Department of Government Efficiency, which implemented aggressive workforce reductions.
