Subj : GM cuts 1,000 software jobs in AI push
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From : TechnologyDaily
Date : Tue Aug 20 2024 16:15:05

GM cuts 1,000 software jobs in AI push

Date:
Tue, 20 Aug 2024 15:07:05 +0000

Description:
General Motors will lay off around 1,000 software workers in order for the 
automaker to shift its priorities towards AI.

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General Motors is laying off approximately 1,000 software employees worldwide 
as part of a strategic shift to focus on other initiatives, like improving 
its Super Cruise driver aid system, enhancing its infotainment system, and 
using artificial intelligence. 

The majority of the cuts will occur in its headquarters state of Michigan, 
namely at GMs Global Technical Center in Warren. 

However, rather than coming as a response to increased financial pressure, 
the change is being branded as one that will allow the automaker to evolve in 
harmony with the sector more generally. General Motors moves to 
software-defined vehicles 

Strangely, by making 1,000 software workers redundant, GM plans to move into 
the evolving landscape of software-defined vehicles. Company spokesperson 
Stuart Fowle emphasized that the layoffs are not related to cost-cutting or 
individual performance. 

The shift follows a series of challenges the car manufacturer has faced with 
its software initiatives, including halting sales of the new Chevrolet Blazer 
EV in late 2023 due to software glitches. 

GM has also recently promoted two former Apple execs to lead its software and 
services team, following the departure of Mike Abbott, another ex-Apple 
staffer. 

In a statement, GM acknowledged the significance of the layoffs, stating: As 
we build GMs future, we must simplify for speed and excellence, make bold 
choices, and prioritize the investments that will have the greatest impact. 
As a result, were reducing certain teams within the Software and Services 
organization. 

 TechRadar Pro asked GM to share more context about its decision to cut 
software workers despite the clear need for greater software expertise the 
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Link to news story:
https://www.techradar.com/pro/gm-cuts-1000-software-jobs-in-ai-push


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