Microsoft Announces Voluntary Buyout Program for 60,000 Employees

Microsoft is offering voluntary exit packages to 60,000 employees in the United States, Canada, India, and the United Kingdom, generally excluding data center, sales, and marketing teams. Chief People Officer Amy Coleman said the program is a new approach to workforce management as Microsoft accelerates investment in artificial intelligence. It follows a July reduction of 4,800 roles and a May buyout offer to 8,750 U.S. employees.