Microsoft: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: May 2025

Employment

Microsoft Enforces Two-Year Rehire Ban on Ousted Employees

May 7, 2025

AI Revolution at Microsoft of Code Now Written by AI

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has revealed that artificial intelligence AI now generates between ...

Industry

Apr 30, 2025

AI Revolution at Microsoft of Code Now Written by AI

Microsoft Offers Improve or Exit Choice for Low Performers

Microsoft has unveiled a new performance management strategy aimed at addressing underperformance wi...

Layoffs

Apr 25, 2025

Microsoft Offers Improve or Exit Choice for Low Performers

Microsoft Leadership Appointments Across India and South Asia

Microsoft has announced a series of key leadership appointments across India and South Asia to solid...

Appointments

Apr 25, 2025

Employment

Microsoft Implements Stricter Policies to Address Low Performers

Microsoft has unveiled a series of stringent performance management policies aimed at addressing underperformance across its workforce. Chief People Officer Amy Coleman detailed new tools and guidelines in an internal email to managers. These measures aim to accelerate high performance and address low performance promptly. These measures align with a broader trend currently shaping the […]

Apr 23, 2025

Press Release

Microsoft and MSDE Launch Centers of Excellence for Women in AI

Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has partnered with Microsoft to launch the groundbreaking initiative ‘AI Careers for Women.’ This program aims to empower women in higher education institutions by equipping them with industry-aligned skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI). The collaboration with Microsoft will establish 30 Centers of Excellence (CoEs) in women’s colleges across […]

Apr 22, 2025

Industry

Microsoft Layoffs: The ‘Amazon and Google Angle’ Explained

Microsoft is reportedly preparing for another round of job cuts, potentially as early as May 2025. The layoffs are anticipated to focus on middle management and non-technical roles. This aligns with restructuring strategies recently implemented by tech giants Amazon and Google. This report delves into the details of Microsoft’s upcoming layoffs, the rationale behind them, […]

Apr 11, 2025

Event

Microsoft Fires Indian Employee After Protest at 50th Anniversary Event

Microsoft 50th anniversary celebration, held at its Redmond, Washington headquarters, took an unexpected turn when Vaniya Agrawal, an Indian-American software engineer, publicly confronted the company’s top executives. Vaniya accused Microsoft of complicity in alleged war crimes in Gaza, citing the company’s reported contracts with the Israeli military. The incident, which occurred during a Q&A session […]

Apr 8, 2025

Appointments

Microsoft Names Amy Coleman as Chief People Officer

In a significant leadership reshuffle, Microsoft has announced the appointment of Amy Coleman as its Chief People Officer (CPO). Amy, a seasoned Microsoft executive with over 25 years of experience, will replace Kathleen Hogan, who has held the position for more than a decade. Kathleen will transition to a newly created role as Executive Vice […]

Mar 20, 2025

Industry

Microsoft Phases Out Skype, Shifts Focus to Teams

Microsoft has announced that it will discontinue its long-standing communication platform, Skype, starting May 5, 2025. This decision marks the end of an era for one of the oldest internet communication apps, which has been a staple in the world of online messaging and video calls for over two decades. This is part of Microsoft’s […]

Mar 1, 2025

Industry

Amazon Faces AI Demand Surge, Echoes Microsoft’s Capacity Issues

Amazon has recently announced that it is struggling to keep up with the surging demand for artificial intelligence (AI) services, echoing similar concerns raised by its rival, Microsoft Corp. Despite ambitious plans to invest heavily in AI infrastructure, Amazon faces significant capacity constraints that are impacting its growth. CEO Andy remains optimistic about the long-term […]

Feb 7, 2025

Hiring

Microsoft India Hiring for Over 1,300 Jobs Across Tech & Non-Tech

Microsoft is ramping up its hiring efforts in India, with over 1,300 job openings spanning a wide range of roles. These new positions are part of the company’s ongoing expansion strategy, which aims to bolster its presence in India as a critical hub for technology innovation and development. The positions cover both technical and non-technical […]

Feb 4, 2025

Layoffs

Microsoft Halts Hiring in Consulting Division to Manage Expenses

Microsoft has announced a halt in hiring within its US consulting unit as part of a broader cost-cutting initiative, according to a report by CNBC. This decision comes amidst the company’s ongoing efforts to manage expenses while continuing to invest heavily in artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud-based applications. Microsoft US Consulting Division: Cost-Cutting Measures Earlier […]

Jan 15, 2025

Technology

Microsoft to Invest $3 Billion in India’s AI and Cloud Infrastructure

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a groundbreaking $3 billion investment in India to expand the company’s cloud and artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. This ambitious plan, revealed during the Microsoft AI Tour in Bengaluru, is set to roll out over the next two years and aims to position Microsoft as a key player in India’s tech […]

Jan 7, 2025

Hiring

Microsoft is on a Hiring Push: 8,000 Global Jobs, 1,347 in India

Microsoft has initiated the hiring of nearly 8,000 roles globally, with 1,347 of these positions based in India. Recent developments at Microsoft include the launch of new products and enhancements to existing services, such as Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, and Azure. The company continues to invest heavily in research and development to stay at the […]

Jan 3, 2025

Appointments

Microsoft Appoints Anvesha Singh as Director – Talent Development

Microsoft has appointed Anvesha Singh as Director – Talent Development for India GEO, effective December 2024. Based at their India headquarters in Hyderabad, Anvesha will spearhead talent development initiatives, aligning with Microsoft’s mission to empower individuals and organizations to achieve more. Role and Responsibilities at Microsoft Commenting on her appointment, Anvesha Singh shared her excitement […]

Dec 4, 2024