Google announces layoffs in its HR, cloud units as part of on-going cost cuts

Core Points - Google plans to cut employees in its "People Operations" and cloud organizations as part of internal reorganizations, offering a voluntary exit program to U.S.-based full-time employees in People Operations starting in early March [1][2] - The company aims to drive cost-cutting measures while expanding spending on AI infrastructure in 2025, following a fourth-quarter revenue report that missed expectations [2] - Employees at level 4 and level 5 in People Operations may receive a severance package of 14 weeks of salary plus one additional week for each full year of service [2] - Cuts have also been made within the cloud unit, primarily affecting operations support staff, with some roles being relocated to other countries [3] - Google emphasizes that these reorganizations are part of the normal course of business and aims to operate more efficiently while investing in significant opportunities [4][3] - The company is providing support to impacted employees, including time to explore and apply for different roles within Google [5]