Caring for Retained Employees During a Layoff
Authored by Archana Uniyal, Consulting Director, PERSOLKELLY CONSULTING
Organisations were forced to make a decision on downsizing their workforce to remain competitive in this dynamic market. Some of the forces that were in play before the pandemic have set in and accelerated its pace, forcing companies to relook at the way they operate, incorporate new technology, and optimise talent.
Layoff has a ripple effect in the organisation, affecting employees’ motivation and productivity. While the focus is on the people who are being laid o , its e ect is equally severe to those who are retained by the organisation. A clear plan to address the need of those retained is needed to ensure that the organisation will be able to achieve the desired results from the downsizing activity. The teams implementing the workforce reduction strategy will need strong support through the process and beyond.
