# Bad Influence story: Qantas plans 850 Australian job cuts and offshoring to India under AI overhaul

Active · 1 article · 1 source · First reported 11-09 20:34. Times are ET.
Story page: https://badinfluence.news/story/2988dd8b-7e94-4870-bbe1-9350fffd1406

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Latest update (11-09 20:34): Qantas to cut 850 Australian jobs and outsource work to India under AI overhaul

Overview: Qantas is preparing to cut 850 Australian jobs and outsource some back-end services to Accenture's India-based team under a multi-year agreement, according to The Guardian. CEO Vanessa Hudson says the airline will consult staff and unions, with first changes taking effect by midway through next year.

The Guardian places the plan within a wave of corporate cuts that also includes NAB's 2,500 roles and Canva's 1,200.

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1. 11-09 20:34 · The Guardian · AI · [Qantas to cut 850 Australian jobs and outsource work to India under AI overhaul](https://badinfluence.news/items/jgxols7ia3cwjpdv8b7z2iik0)
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