A new work policy has been implemented by Dell Technologies for its global sales team.
Employees who are able to work from corporate offices should do so five days a week Starting from 30th September.
It is mandatory for Dell employees to come to office five days a week
The three office days previously required have been extended by this regulation.
The amendment aims to encourage teamwork and skill development among the sales force.
Internal messaging made it clear that remote working should be the exception rather than the rule.
Five days a week, field agents are required to split their time between working in the office and connecting with customers and partners.
Some employees who are unable to travel to a Dell office have been granted an exception, allowing them to continue working remotely.
Dell reorganized its sales division in August, resulting in the layoffs of 12,500 employees.
The business intends to combine the sales teams into a new division with a primary focus on artificial intelligence (AI).
Although the exact number of layoffs has not been disclosed, estimates indicate that 12,500 employees, or about 10% of Dell’s workforce, may be affected.
Dell is having trouble in its primary PC business, which has not seen the expected improvement.
The corporation recorded lower profits in the second quarter of its financial year.
In a September 11 regulatory filing, Dell revealed plans for cost-cutting measures in response to financial concerns.
Dell has banned the promotion of employees working from home.
There was news in March that Dell’s once flexible remote work policies have changed with strict return-to-office mandatesDividing employees into “hybrid” or “remote” categories.
Those choosing remote work face challenges in career advancement, as promotions tend to be reserved for hybrid workers.
This marks a significant departure from CEO Michael Dell’s previous support for remote work, causing frustration and concerns among employees.
Inspired by AI, Dell is laying off 12,500 i.e. 10% of its employees.
In August, we reported Dell Technologies is restructuring its sales teamsWhich includes layoff of employees.
The company is creating a new division dedicated to artificial intelligence (AI) products and services to focus its sales operations on AI and emerging technologies.
