LTIMindtree will implement a two-phase salary hike, with half of its employees receiving raises from January 1, 2026, and the other half from April 1. This strategic shift aims to accommodate employee training amidst client demands for lower prices and rapid AI evolution. The company also confirmed no workforce reductions, highlighting revenue growth independent of headcount increases.
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