Apple layoffs: iPhone maker cuts dozens of jobs in sales division; says making changes to connect with…
Apple has unexpectedly laid off dozens of sales staff, impacting enterprise, education, and government teams. This move is seen as a strategic shift, potentially favoring third-party resellers over direct sales to institutional clients. While Apple cites streamlining, employees believe it's a cost-cutting measure. The deepest cuts hit the government sales division, with some long-term employees affected just as the company anticipates a record quarter. Apple encourages affected staff to seek other internal roles.
Apple has unexpectedly laid off dozens of sales staff, impacting enterprise, education, and government teams. This move is seen as a strategic shift, potentially favoring third-party resellers over direct sales to institutional clients. While Apple cites streamlining, employees believe it's a cost-cutting measure. The deepest cuts hit the government sales division, with some long-term employees affected just as the company anticipates a record quarter. Apple encourages affected staff to seek other internal roles.
