Annual Report 2002 - Software AG

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Adjusting capacity: The workforce falls nine
percent to 3,013
In the course of 2002, the number of people employed
at Software AG declined from 3,326 to 3,013.
In light of reduced revenues, this was an unavoidable
step. The largest numbers of staff were cut at
our foreign-based subsidiaries and particularly in
their administration and professional services units.
In line with our new, industry-specific focus, we recruited
a number of new sales employees for specific
tasks. We did not actively cut the payroll in research
and development, the small reduction in this
area is attributable to natural attrition.
Strategic human resources development in 2003
Our policy for 2003 centers around a targeted approach
to human resources development, in line
with our strategic goals. We remain firmly committed
to developing new skills in carefully selected
areas, to retaining key employees, to creating challenging
and rewarding career paths, and to aligning
personal goals with those of the Company.
Employees 1999-2002
Germany
abroad
A word of thanks
The Executive Board would like to thank all employees
for their dedication in what was a very difficult
year. In 2003, their motivation and hard work
will continue to be the keystone of Software AG’s
success.
2002
2001
2000
1999
1,243
1,306
1,292
1,257
2,639
3,013
2,846
3,326