Salesforce: 4,000 jobs cut
Salesforce announced a significant reduction in its customer support staff, cutting approximately 4,000 positions, or 44% of its workforce in that area, due to the implementation of its AI product, Agentforce. This move reflects a broader trend of AI-driven restructuring within the company.
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4,000
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4,000
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