Microsoft is conducting another major round of layoffs this year

Core Viewpoint - Microsoft is implementing another round of layoffs, affecting less than 4% of its total workforce, as part of ongoing organizational changes to enhance efficiency in a dynamic marketplace [1][2]. Group 1: Layoff Details - The latest layoffs follow a previous announcement in May where Microsoft cut 6,000 workers [2]. - The current cuts are aimed at reducing management layers and streamlining processes, products, and roles [2][3]. Group 2: Industry Trends - Microsoft is not alone in these efforts; other major tech companies are also reducing management levels to improve efficiency [3]. - Google has recently reduced vice president and manager roles by 10%, while Amazon is increasing the ratio of individual contributors to managers [4].