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Vodafone aims to cut costs by laying off about 11000 employees

by Ishaan Negi
May 16, 2023
in Business, Markets, News, Tech
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Vodafone aims to cut costs by laying off about 11000 employees

Credits: Times Of India

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Vodafone, one of the leading telecom corporations has announced its plans to layoff about 11,000 workers over the next three years. The new Chief Executive of the company, Margherita Della Valle addressed underperformance in significant areas and the need to revitalise the company’s competitive edge as the change is being implemented. It is important to analyse the company’s problems and an assess the likely consequences of job losses on its future prospects. Let us first take a look upon the underperformance of the company in recent years even in its biggest market.

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A woman holds a phone as she passes a Vodafone store in London

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Vodafone’s Underperformance and Margherita Della Valle’s Mandate:

In comparison to its competitors, Vodafone has been performing poorly due to considerable issues it has been encountering in numerous important European areas. Germany, the company’s biggest market, has been particularly difficult, which has hurt Vodafone’s cash flow. Margherita Della Valle, who took over as CEO from her previous position as CFO, has been given the authority to launch a turnaround strategy in an effort to regain competitiveness and guide the company towards growth.

Job Cuts as a Means to Regain Competitiveness:

Vodafone intends to make significant employment cuts—the most in the history of the company—to meet its goals. 11,000 roles will be cut across Vodafone’s operations in Europe and Africa over the next three years. The job losses will be dispersed throughout several regions rather than being restricted to a single market. Increasing operational effectiveness, decreasing costs, and assisting Vodafone in regaining its competitive edge are the goals of this cost-reduction approach.

Vodafone’s Biggest Market Underperforming:

Margherita Della Valle claims that Vodafone’s largest market, Germany, has been performing poorly. The company’s predicted drop in cash flow is a result of this underperformance. Della Valle is investigating structural adjustments to address this problem, including the potential for a whole or partial sale of Vodafone’s operations in Spain. Vodafone wants to streamline its operations and narrow its emphasis on regions with the best growth potential by assessing the Spanish company’s strategic stance.

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Investors and Rivals:

Various stakeholders are interested in Vodafone’s strategic choices and prospective restructuring. With a 14.6% holding in Vodafone, the Emirati telecom company Etisalat is positioning itself as a significant investor. Further investors having a stake in the company’s future include French telecoms tycoon Xavier Niel, who competes with Vodafone in Italy, and Liberty Global, Vodafone’s partner in the Netherlands.

These investors have criticised Vodafone for its cumbersome structure and delayed response to market developments, as have activist shareholders and business rivals. Analysts contend that these parties are in a good position to profit from any future sale or reorganisation of Vodafone’s business.

Conclusion:

Margherita Della Valle, Vodafone’s new CEO, has the difficult job of improving the company’s performance and restoring its competitive advantage. Vodafone plans to slash 11,000 jobs in order to lower expenses, boost productivity, and strengthen its financial position. A strategic evaluation of the company’s Spanish business has been spurred by its underperformance in Germany, its main market, which may result in structural adjustments.

The telecoms business must negotiate the shifting market dynamics and look for chances for consolidation and partnerships that might drive growth and boost shareholder value. Important investors and rivals are closely watching Vodafone’s activities. The sector and investors will be keenly monitoring Vodafone’s progress and the success of its strategy as it continues forward with its restructuring efforts and cost-cutting measures. The operations of Vodafone will need to be reshaped in order to concentrate on customer-centric strategies and take advantage of new market trends. Margherita Della Valle’s leadership will be essential to this. If these approaches successfully position Vodafone for long-term success in the fiercely competitive telecoms sector, only time will tell.

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Ishaan Negi

Ishaan is a student at Sri Venkateswara College, University of Delhi, where he combines his academic pursuits with a deep passion for technology and storytelling. Ever since his school days, Ishaan has been an avid reader, a thoughtful writer, and an articulate speaker. These interests have naturally evolved into a strong inclination towards journalism, especially in the fast-paced world of tech. Known for his balanced approach, Ishaan is committed to presenting unbiased viewpoints and ensuring every story he tells is rooted in facts and multiple perspectives. Whether he’s reporting on emerging startups, corporate developments, or ethical issues in the tech space, he brings a sharp analytical lens and a curiosity-driven mindset to his work. With a strong foundation in research and communication, Ishaan strives to make complex topics accessible to readers while maintaining depth and nuance. His goal is not just to inform but also to spark thoughtful conversations around the ever-evolving tech landscape.

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