09 May,2026 05:38 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
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US-based connectivity cloud company Cloudflare has announced plans to eliminate more than 1,100 jobs globally as part of a major organisational restructuring linked to the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI) within the company's operations, reported IANS.
According to an internal memo circulated to employees, the US-based connectivity cloud company said the restructuring is aimed at adapting to what it described as the emerging "agentic AI era," where AI systems increasingly perform tasks traditionally handled by employees across departments, reported IANS.
The company clarified that the move is not being implemented as a conventional cost-cutting exercise or a performance-based layoff programme, but rather as part of a broader operational transformation focused on AI-driven workflows.
Cloudflare stated in the memo that its internal adoption of AI tools and AI agents has surged by more than 600 per cent during the past three months.
The company said employees across multiple departments, including engineering, finance, human resources and marketing, are increasingly using AI-powered systems to manage routine tasks and improve productivity.
"We are reimagining every internal process, team and role across the company," the memo stated, adding that the restructuring decision was not a reflection of the performance or abilities of employees affected by the layoffs, reported IANS.
The company indicated that AI integration has accelerated rapidly across its operations as businesses globally continue to invest heavily in automation and AI-powered technologies, reported IANS.
Cloudflare said all employees would be informed directly regarding the impact of the restructuring, with notices being sent to both official and personal email addresses of affected staff members, reported IANS.
As part of the separation package, the company announced that impacted employees would receive full base pay through the end of 2026. Employees in the United States will also continue receiving healthcare support through the remainder of the year.
In addition, Cloudflare said departing employees would receive equity vesting benefits through August 15. Workers who had not yet completed their one-year vesting requirement would also receive prorated equity vesting support under the severance arrangement, reported IANS.
The company described the compensation package as part of its effort to support employees during the transition process.
According to the internal memo, Cloudflare intends to complete the restructuring exercise in a single phase rather than implementing multiple rounds of layoffs over an extended period, reported IANS.
The company said this approach was designed to minimise prolonged uncertainty among employees and avoid repeated restructuring announcements.
Cloudflare further stated that it is redesigning its organisational structure to remain competitive as AI technologies continue reshaping global business operations and workplace models, reported IANS.
The company said its long-term strategy is focused on building a "faster and more innovative" organisation while expanding investments in AI-powered products, automation systems and cloud-based services.
Cloudflare's announcement comes amid a broader trend within the global technology sector, where companies are increasingly restructuring operations in response to rapid advancements in AI and automation technologies.
Several major technology firms have accelerated investments in generative AI systems and AI-driven tools over the past year, while simultaneously reviewing workforce requirements and internal operational structures, reported IANS.
Industry analysts believe the growing adoption of AI agents and automation platforms is likely to significantly transform roles across engineering, administration, customer support, marketing and other corporate functions in the coming years, reported IANS.
Cloudflare's latest restructuring reflects how technology companies are adapting to evolving business models driven by AI integration and digital transformation.
(With inputs from IANS)
