Microsoft freezes hiring in consulting division; memo instructs employees to not …

Microsoft has reportedly placed a temporary hold on hiring within its US consulting unit. This decision, first reported by CNBC, is part of a broader cost-cutting strategy as the tech giant navigates a period of economic uncertainty.

The hiring freeze specifically impacts the US Accenture Cloud and Industry Solutions (ACIS) unit, which plays a crucial role in assisting businesses in leveraging Microsoft’s cloud computing platform, Azure.