Layoffs in IT confirmed by Novant Health to impact southeastern North Carolina

In an effort to shift to a new IT model, Novant Health in southeastern NC is removing some local roles. The health system announced in 2023 that they would be transferring some Digital Products and Services (DPS) team services to an external partner. As part of this transition, additional DPS functions will be shifted to Deloitte Digital, resulting in a reduction of the use of other external partners by more than 90 percent. These changes are aimed at scaling resources to continue investing in creating a healthier future for the communities served by Novant Health.

According to a spokesperson, less than 300 team members are impacted by these changes. A WARN Notice from the NC Department of Commerce confirmed that 81 people were laid off in Forsyth County. News sources report that over 170 employees will be laid off as well. Adjustments in roles and responsibilities are expected for DPS team members due to the restructuring, with some roles being phased out.

Despite the impact on less than 0.8% of the nearly 40,000 positions across the health system, Novant Health is offering opportunities for affected team members to join external partners or transition to roles within the organization. Resources are being provided to help ease the transition for these employees, and the health system expresses gratitude for their service to Novant Health and its patients. Copyright 2024 WECT. All rights reserved.