Jenni Baker, London
Turner Broadcasting System (TBS) International is set to shed its workforce across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA) by 30%, as part of an organisational restructure.
The announcement was made by TBS International president Gerhard Zeiler, with the move designed to give more operating power and accountability within the regions, rather than large central functions.
According to Zeiler, functions which can be handled externally at the same quality will be outsourced.
The 30% estimation comprises open headcount, positions that became vacant and are not being reoccupied, redundancies and outsourcing.
“This review required us taking some tough decisions, but they are absolutely necessary to put Turner International in the best possible position for future growth,” says Zeiler. “Greater empowerment and broader accountability for local management will lead to simplified processes throughout the organisation, improved efficiency and reduced costs.”
The restructure is part of an EMEA-wide review which launched in September 2012. The review has assessed the business at all levels and saw Turner’s UK-based staff placed under collective consultation.
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