In a strategic move aimed at restructuring its operations, Bengaluru-based healthtech Software as a Service (SaaS) startup, HealthPlix, has announced the termination of 100 employees. The move will impact about a significant 25 per cent of its workforce.
The restructuring efforts have primarily impacted teams involved in sales, product development, engineering, and revenue generation, leading to a 10 per cent reduction in HealthPlix’s overall workforce.
As reported by Inc42, disclosing that approximately 60 employees were let go due to underperformance, while the rest faced the brunt of role redundancies. Furthermore, a substantial portion of those dismissed for performance issues hailed from the sales department.
Despite not being placed on a formal performance improvement plan (PIP), the affected employees were allegedly provided with feedback on multiple occasions to address their deficiencies, the spokesperson stated.
The restructuring initiative is said to align with the company’s strategic growth trajectory, as the company is poised to expand its global footprint and is gearing up to offer enterprise solutions to its international clientele Furthermore, the decision comes as the company wishes to monetise its software offering.
Recently, HealthPlix has initiated a shift in its business model by introducing charges for its electronic medical record (EMR) software, which was previously provided free of cost to customers.
HealthPlix is a healthcare technology that focuses on digitising patient consultations and medical records. It offers a platform for doctors to manage their practice efficiently, including electronic health records (EHR), appointment scheduling, and teleconsultation services. HealthPlix aims to streamline healthcare delivery by leveraging technology to improve patient-doctor interactions and optimize clinical workflows.
