Microsoft Cracks Down on Low Performers with New Performance Management Policies

Microsoft is implementing stricter performance management policies, including a two-year rehire ban for underperforming employees. This reflects a broader tech industry shift towards higher performance expectations and less leniency. The new policies include options for exiting low performers and an improved Performance Improvement Plan (PIP), aiming for greater transparency and accountability. This follows recent layoffs of underperforming employees without severance.