The Economic Times · 16 Sep, 00:30 · Technology briefing

Routine IT roles may feel the pinch as Oracle India workforce shrinks to 27,000

Oracle India has significantly reduced its workforce, with employee numbers falling to approximately 27,000.

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Oracle India has significantly reduced its workforce, with employee numbers falling to approximately 27,000. This contraction primarily affects routine information technology positions, reflecting a broader industry shift away from traditional support roles. The reduction signals a strategic pivot towards higher-value technical specialisations and automated systems. Professionals in standard IT functions may face increased job insecurity as organisations optimise for efficiency and advanced capabilities rather than volume-based staffing.

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