Job Cuts Hit Utah Hard—Thousands Impacted by Layoffs

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Layoffs continue to impact Utah and the broader U.S. workforce, with Workday being the latest company to announce job cuts.

The enterprise software company, which has a Salt Lake City location, revealed on Wednesday that it will cut 1,750 jobs, representing 8.5% of its global workforce. According to ABC4, Workday’s CEO stated in a memo to employees that the layoffs are part of the company’s strategy to accelerate growth and shift focus toward artificial intelligence.

In addition to workforce reductions, Workday plans to exit certain office spaces, though it has not specified which locations will be affected. Despite the job cuts, the company intends to continue hiring for key roles at select locations.

Utah’s Job Market Faces More Layoffs

Workday’s layoffs are part of a larger trend affecting Utah and the U.S. tech industry. Companies across the sector are restructuring to remain competitive as AI integration reshapes operations.

According to USA Facts, Utah has seen significant layoffs in recent years. In September 2024 alone, approximately 25,000 Utahns lost their jobs. Over the course of last year, more than 202,000 layoffs occurred in the state—a notable increase from 2023, though still below the job losses seen at the height of the 2020 pandemic.

With the workforce evolving and economic conditions shifting, many employees face uncertain futures. Severance pay offers temporary relief, but securing new employment in Utah’s competitive job market remains a challenge.

As 2025 begins with major layoffs, the year ahead is likely to bring further workforce adjustments across multiple industries.

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