HR confirmed that there will be another round of layoffs shortly targeting benchers some management staff who are getting old and some administrative staff
Cuts update
Still smaller groups periodically?
Accenture Layoffs 2024
If the economy turns around, do you anticipate any Accenture layoffs? Any chatter, news or rumors?
Accenture Bench Peril
The minute you hit the bench the clock is ticking on you. If you're on the bench for more than a couple of weeks questions start to be asked about what's wrong? The Partners and Senior Managers watch the productivity measurements like hawks. You... — read more
Accenture's Whole Game
Accenture's whole game is acquiring niche businesses, wringing the life out of the acquired employees and outsourcing the jobs to India. I've been through it with them when the small high tech IP Consulting firm (150+ employees + 200 contractors) I... — read more
Bonuses are rolling out for the US, how did you fare?
I wasn’t expecting anything really (based on the email sent out last month regarding cuts), but still managed a 5% bonus which really is peanuts compared to prior years. I guess i should not be complaining? Hoping the vast majority out there did... — read more
5 percent every year
Accenture cuts around 5% of their lowest performing employees at each career level each year. In 2022 this number increased to around 10% due to market conditions and projections for 2023. These mass layoffs happen after the end-of-year cycle, but... — read more
got the dreaded "Important Update" email from HR
looks like my time has run out.....they'll officially tell me on Monday, but I already know my fate. GL to anyone else out there that might think their job is on the line. If you have doubts, chances are your instincts are correct.
Accenture back to being Anderson consulting
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/accenture-says-us-justice-dept-probing-its-services-government-3840941
Accenture to slash hundreds of jobs in Austin for the third time this year
https://www.statesman.com/story/business/technology/2023/10/11/accenture-layoffs-2023-austin-texas-tech-staffing-firm-cutting-positions-third-time/71143702007/
Earnings seem good
The report is today and it looks that the numbers will be good. Growth is expected in both EPS and revenue, which is great. That fills me with at least some hope regarding the future and layoffs. I just hope I'm not being too optimistic in advance... — read more
Peraton TSA contract warning
For anyone on Peraton TSA contract (and their subs) be aware they are at least $45+ million over budget. The current plan is for salary cuts and layoffs December 2023. I strongly encourage anyone there to protect and prepare yourself. Cuts were... — read more
On the beach for the last 2 months…
How much longer do I have until the axe falls?
Consulting business (especially Accenture)
They say that a consultant is someone who tells you the time after borrowing your watch. With Accenture, it is like they "borrow" your Rolex, convince you that a Rolex is no good, makes you sell the Rolex at half price, then makes you buy a Timex at... — read more
What's going on in your local consulting market?
Are people finding projects, how are pipelines? I am in the West and it's still decent.
Accenture should put in place 'decent redundancy package'
Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has said that it is important that Accenture should put in place a "decent" redundancy package. He said the job losses were devastating news even at a time of full employment and that the redundancies will have an impact on... — read more
ESG has ruined this company
I’m not talking about equal opps for all - that’s a nobel goal and one to which ALL employers should embrace. I’m speaking directly to the current climate of shoving certain behaviors down one’s throat. Accenture wants SO BAD to adhere to this that... — read more
Microsoft Layoffs
Will Microsoft layoffs affect Accenture?
This is one list we shouldn't be topping
The 10 Biggest Tech Company Layoffs Of 2023 (So Far) Dublin, Ireland-based global services provider Accenture in March unveiled plans to lay off 19,000 employees over the next 18 months. The move by Accenture, ranked No. 1 on the CRN 2023 Solution... — read more
I want out
I want out but I can't muster enough energy to look for a new job. I'm burnt out and all I want to do when I am done with work is sleep. That's what Accenture has done to me. I am now hoping to be laid off. Maybe that will give me the energy jolt I... — read more
Accenture Hiring a GOOGLE Executive for leading AI plans
A leading google executive will be heading to Accenture to lead the investment they are making for AI
US Layoffs
Are layoffs within the US completed?
Severance Package Information
For ACN-USA, how can you find what the severance package will be? What is the severance normally? How long can you be on the bench before they try to severance you?
Accenture to lay off hundreds locally in coming months at Facebook site
Professional services giant Accenture PLC is laying off hundreds of Austin employees working at a facility in The Domain leased by social media giant Facebook — which itself has cut hundreds of jobs in Austin in recent... — read more
Grateful Accenture Management
By having their clients lay off their employees Accenture is able to save some of its own 19K by filling in the client positions. Accenture is grateful to all their clients and want them to layoff their own employees and consider Accenture to... — read more
US Layoffs
Are layoffs in the US over?
No more Layoffs in the US
Are the lay-offs over in the United States?
Microsoft Azure within Accenture US
Will there be any layoffs within Microsoft Azure projects in the US? So far it has been quiet and hope it will continue this way.
2.5% layoffs is a spin
Most of the 19,000 layoffs are US. They are looking to outsource 80% of corporate functions from the US. There are 70,000 in the US so we’re talking double digit layoffs in the US. They call it Re-Imagined Corporate Functions but everyone knows... — read more
Accenture Microsoft
Should I worry if I currently have a V-DASH and I am not on bench? Only people who are in bench will be affected with the upcoming layoffs?
Layoffs and a hiring freeze
Basically, those of us who remain will be expected to pick up after those who will be gone. For the same pay. Fun.
People shouldn't be quitting right now
I don't get folks who are deciding to quit when we know huge layoffs are coming. It's like seeing a bag filled with money and deciding you're too tired to carry it so you'll just walk away. I know that's oversimplifying it, but still, why leave and... — read more
Accenture 19k layoffs
Talk about all the layoffs in different months and different continents and different regions.
Accenture Layoffs US
Guys, there's a question. If we are currently on a campaign and performing well, should we worry about layoffs? These layoffs only apply to people who are on the bench and are underperforming? Please provide any information you can. Thank you
CEO on getting ahead of “structural issues”
I just finished reading an article where CEO discussed headcuts, company’s performance and challenges Accenture is facing. If anyone is interested here is the link: [... — read more
Does Accenture have corporate jets and are we able to track them
I am just curious if this is public information, can we track our jets? Also, are the tail signs / n-numbers public? Anyone?
Have you started looking for a new job yet?
I immediately prioritized looking for a new job as soon as the layoffs were announced. I'd like to find it before they tell me I'm no longer needed. I don't want to risk much and end up in a situation where I have to look for a new job after I... — read more