US Suspends PERM Applications, Affecting Global Tech Hiring
- Reports
- 12
- Developments
- 1
- Repetition
- 92%
New informationRepeats or wire copies
What happened
The US Department of Labor announced the temporary suspension of certain IT companies, including Indian technology companies, from filing new applications under the Permanent Labor Certification (PERM) programme. NASSCOM stated that while the decision affects a specific immigration pathway, Indian technology companies have reduced their dependence on H-1B visas and expanded local hiring in the United States.
From caribbeanherald.com
Why it matters
The suspension restricts access to a specific immigration pathway used by multinational corporations to secure skilled foreign talent. NASSCOM maintained that immigration and skilled talent mobility are separate issues, noting that the H-1B visa program will continue to address short-term talent gaps.
From caribbeanherald.com
Who's involved
- NASSCOMNon-governmental Indian trade association advocating against regulatory suspensions affecting PERM operations.
- PERMThe Permanent Labor Certification programme subject to the US government's temporary suspension.
- MicrosoftAmerican multinational technology corporation structurally dependent on the PERM program.
- CapgeminiFrench multinational corporation that utilizes the PERM program for skilled foreign workers.
- CognizantAmerican multinational information technology company impacted by the regulatory action.
- AdobeAmerican multinational computer software company whose operations rely on PERM certification.
- Tata Consultancy ServicesInformation technology consulting company whose participation in the PERM program is restricted.
- WiproIndian information technology services corporation whose ability to staff US operations is impacted.
- InfosysIndian multinational technology company directly impacted by the regulatory suspension from the PERM program.
- HCL TechnologiesInformation technology consulting company facing restricted access to the PERM program.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- MicrosoftSpeculative
Microsoft might face increased operational costs or reduced supply of skilled labor for its US operations due to the PERM suspension.
- HCL TechnologiesSpeculative
HCL Technologies could face restrictions on accessing the PERM program, potentially affecting its workforce supply.
Keep exploring
The entities involved
-
NASSCOM
Non-governmental Indian trade association of Information Technology (IT) and Business Process Management (BPM) companies
-
PERM
Czech company
Related events
Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- thehindubusinessline.com
- thehindu.com
- indiatimes.com
- indiainfoline.com
- indiatimes.com
- indiatimes.com
- caribbeanherald.com