Explorer

After Cutting 12,500 Jobs, Dell Mandates In-Office Work For Sales Team: Report

According to the report, field representatives are expected to spend five days a week equally between customer and partner interactions and in the office accounting

Dell Technologies has announced a major change to its work policy for global sales team employees. According to an internal memo, starting September 30, staff who can work from company offices will be required to do so five days a week, according to a report from Bloomberg citing familiar sources.

This decision is intended to create a more collaborative environment and improve skill development among the sales team. The memo highlighted the significance of in-person work, stating, “Working remotely should be the exception rather than the routine,” according to Bloomberg.

According to the report, field representatives are expected to spend five days a week equally between customer and partner interactions and in the office accounting. This change represents an increase from the previous requirement of three days in the office.

However, the company has made accommodations for specific employees, stating, “Remote sales team members who can't go into a Dell office should continue to work remotely,” according to Bloomberg. Dell has also assured that more information about the arrangements for remote workers will be provided soon.

In August, Dell announced a major restructuring of its sales division, which includes layoffs, as part of its strategy to streamline operations and prioritise artificial intelligence. An internal memo sent to staff on August 6 indicated that the company plans to consolidate its sales teams and create a new unit focused on AI, as reported by Business Insider.

While Dell has not revealed the exact number of employees affected, estimates suggest that around 12,500 workers—approximately 10 per cent of the company's total workforce—may be impacted, according to Newsbyte. 

Dell's decision aligns with a broader trend among tech companies reassessing their remote work policies established during the COVID-19 pandemic. While many firms have adopted hybrid models, some are advocating for a stronger office presence. Similarly, e-commerce giant Amazon recently announced plans to require employees to work from company offices five days a week starting next year, a shift from their previous three-day requirement.

Also Read: Zomato Co-Founder Akriti Chopra Steps Down To Explore New Interests

View More
Advertisement
Advertisement
25°C
New Delhi
Rain: 100mm
Humidity: 97%
Wind: WNW 47km/h
See Today's Weather
powered by
Accu Weather
Advertisement

Top Headlines

'Expired Fire Dousers, Faulty Alarm System': Jhansi Hospital Tragedy Exposes Safety Lapses
'Expired Fire Dousers, Faulty Alarm System': Jhansi Hospital Tragedy Exposes Safety Lapses
Lawrence Bishnoi Plotted Baba Siddique Murder Within 10 Days Of Firing At Salman Khan's House
Lawrence Bishnoi Plotted Baba Siddique Murder Within 10 Days Of Firing At Salman Khan's House
Jhansi Hospital Fire: Akhilesh Yadav Gives THIS Advice To CM Yogi, Takes Dig At Brajesh Pathak
Jhansi Hospital Fire: Akhilesh Yadav Gives THIS Advice To CM Yogi, Takes Dig At Brajesh Pathak
Delhi Man Stabbed To Death For Protesting Girl's Molestation, 2 Arrested
Delhi Man Stabbed To Death For Protesting Girl's Molestation, 2 Arrested
Advertisement
ABP Premium

Videos

Jhansi Medical College Fire: Akhilesh Yadav Slams Yogi Govt, Demands Action as Tragic Fire Claims Lives of 10 NewbornsMaharashtra Elections 2024: Amit Shah Slams LoP Rahul Gandhi Ahead Of Polls | ABP NewsCM Yogi Announces Rs 5 Lakh Compensation for Jhansi Tragedy Victims' Families, Rs 50,000 for the InjuredDelhi Crime: Gunfire Erupts Again in Delhi, Criminals Open Fire in Gokulpuri Area

Photo Gallery

Embed widget