SAP Labs, the research and development unit of German technology giant SAP, laid off approximately 300 employees in India in late February 2023. This reduction, primarily affecting offices in Bengaluru and Gurgaon, resulted from the closure of a global delivery center that handled custom development for SAP implementation projects. The layoffs are part of a broader strategic transformation, as the company shifts focus toward cloud services and high-growth opportunities, aligning with a global restructuring that impacted around 3,000 roles. Affected staff, including some with over a decade of experience, received severance packages based on their tenure. This move contrasts with SAP Labs' earlier plans to significantly expand its workforce in India by 2025.
