Meta’s attempt to shift toward an “AI-native” workforce faced major hurdles after an internal plan proposed reducing some teams by as much as 60 percent. Codenamed Project OT, the initiative explored two rounds of layoffs but did not specify which teams would be affected, according to a Reuters report citing anonymous sources familiar with Meta’s internal affairs.
The plan highlighted the challenges companies face when weighing AI’s role against human labor, with Meta acknowledging the difficulties in determining the best balance. Reuters noted that the AI agents introduced to replace workers sometimes took "large-scale, disruptive actions," underscoring the risks of over-reliance on automation without clear oversight.
Meta confirmed the existence of Project OT to Reuters but declined to share further details about its implementation or outcomes. The company’s cautious approach suggests ongoing adjustments as it navigates the transition.
