The Vanishing Act of Middle Managers in Tech: Are They Really Necessary?
Middle managers might just be the most expendable part of the tech industry — at least that's what Amazon and Meta seem to think.
Middle managers in tech are feeling the squeeze as companies like Amazon, Meta, and Shopify slash supervisory roles in a bid to boost efficiency. Amazon’s CEO, Andy Jassy, recently announced plans to reduce the number of managers by 15%, aiming to flatten departments and make the company more agile—like “the world’s largest startup.”
This move follows other industry giants like Meta, where Mark Zuckerberg has been eliminating managerial layers, leaving supervisors to return to hands-on tasks like coding and design. The rationale? Overhiring during the pandemic and a backlash against “fake work.”
However, reducing managers could backfire, as experts warn that good management is the “golden thread” that drives productivity and innovation. So, are companies cutting corners—or cutting vital connections? How will this shift redefine leadership and productivity in tech's fast-paced world?
Read the full article on Business Insider.
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