As organisations adapt to economic pressures, technological change and evolving workforce expectations, leaders are being challenged to rethink how restructuring decisions are made and communicated. In an article exploring the debate surrounding Amazon's workforce reductions, Impact's Erin DeVito, General Manager North America, shared insights on the importance of balancing business performance with employee experience and long-term organisational capability.
"HR's role is to ensure organisations don't lose sight of the human impact of change. Sustainable performance comes from building trust, capability and commitment - not simply reducing costs."
Large-scale restructuring can create uncertainty for employees and leaders alike. As organisations embrace new technologies and seek greater efficiency, HR leaders have a critical role to play in maintaining culture, engagement and trust through periods of transformation.
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Publication: Canadian HR Reporter
Date: November 5 | 2025
Type: Expert Commentary