The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
Information / Communication Computer Programming, Consultancy And Related Activities Computer Programming, Consultancy And Related Activities 62 - Computer programming, consultancy and related activities
150 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
29 March 2023
Employment effect (start)
29 March 2023
Foreseen end date
Description
Poznan-based software development and IT consultancy company NetGuru dismissed 150 employees and co-workers with immediate effect. The redundancies covered almost all departments of the company, including top management. The company management stated that the changes were necessary to adapt to the changing business environment.??The company said that as part of the support package for those made redundant, a cash allowance was offered depending on the type of contract and seniority in the company, extended medical insurance, access to mental health support options and extended access to company equipment.??Netguru has been operating in the Poznan market since 2008. Among other things, it develops software and provides consultancy services for creating and developing digital products. At the end of 2022, the company's team, including those working on B2B contracts, comprised 900 people.
Eurofound (2023), NetGuru, Internal restructuring in Poland, factsheet number 108735, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://restructuringeventsprod.azurewebsites.net/restructuring-events/detail/108735.
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