General Motors Slashes 1,000 Software Positions to Boost Quality and AI Focus

General Motors is letting go of about 1,000 software workers worldwide to focus on improving important projects like its Super Cruise system and infotainment platform. The company wants to accelerate its progress in software-defined vehicles by doing so.

General Motors is letting go of about 1,000 software workers around the world so that it can focus on “higher-priority” projects like making its Super Cruise system better, its infotainment platform better, and its use of AI more explored. GM spokesman Stuart Fowle informed TechCrunch that the company is not aiming to save money or enhance performance.

The business intends to accelerate its pace as it strives to compete in the realm of “software-defined vehicles.” Fowle suggested that this could entail shifting the emphasis from creating a multitude of infotainment features to concentrating on those that are most important to users.

GM Faces Software Challenges

GM has been having trouble with software lately, which led to the shuffle. In late 2023, the company temporarily stopped selling its new Blazer EV because early models had problems. In June, GM put two people who used to work for Apple in charge of its software and services division.

GM made these moves to replace Mike Abbott, who departed from Apple to assume the role of executive vice president of software and services at GM. Because of his health, Abbott quit GM in March. While cuts will occur worldwide, most will occur in Michigan.

As we build GM’s future, we must make bold decisions, simplify for speed and excellence, and prioritize the most important investments.

“The company said in a statement, “As a result, we’re cutting back on some teams in the Software and Services organization.” “Thank you to everyone who helped build a strong base that puts GM in a great position to lead going forward.”