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Information / Computing 62 - Computer programming, consultancy and related activities 62 - Computer programming, consultancy and related activities 62 - Computer programming, consultancy and related activities
350 jobs Number of planned job losses
Announcement Date
16 December 2024
Employment effect (start)
1 February 2025
Foreseen end date
31 December 2025
Description
Centric, a Netherlands-based IT services company, announced plans to cut more than 10% of its workforce, translating to at least 350 job losses, primarily affecting its IT and administrative departments in Gouda. The restructuring aims to address financial challenges following the departure of founder Gerard Sanderink, who left amid controversies. The company is undergoing a reorganization to enhance operational efficiency and stabilize its business operations. Negotiations with trade unions and employee representatives are ongoing to mitigate the impact on the affected workers.
Eurofound (2024), Centric, Internal restructuring in Netherlands, factsheet number 202124, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/202124.