AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT DEXCOM (09/04/25)

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 — UPDATE: 319 EMPLOYEES IN SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA

Dexcom has announced that it is laying off 319 employees, including 134 employees in San Diego, as it moves its operations and manufacturing from San Diego, California, to Mesa, Arizona.

A spokesperson noted, “These changes are focused on reinvesting in key areas that drive future growth and sustainability and are designed to ensure Dexcom remains a leader in health technology — keeping us focused on our mission to empower people to take control of health.”

AUGUST 29, 2025 — 350 EMPLOYEES

The company announced a 3% reduction in force, mainly in operations and manufacturing.

The reduction in force impacts 350 employees, with 196 employees based in San Diego, California.

According to a company spokesperson, “Dexcom is taking proactive steps to position ourselves for long-term success through strategic changes to our organizational model and operating structure. This includes a reduction in force as we realign our structure to enhance our ability to deliver on our commitments.”

JULY 18, 2024 — Original post…

San Diego, California-based DexCom, a medical device company that develops, manufactures, produces, and distributes continuous glucose monitoring systems for diabetes management, has announced that it is repurposing its San Diego facility and centralizing its U.S. manufacturing operations in Mesa, Arizona.

The restructuring will impact 535 California employees commencing on July 26, 2024.

According to a company statement, “Dexcom has decided to centralize its manufacturing operations in Mesa, Arizona, and refocus our San Diego operations as a Global Center of Excellence for Product Innovation. Commercial manufacturing facilities in San Diego will be transformed to support product process development, and our manufacturing workforce in San Diego will be reduced as we transition to our new focus over the coming years.”

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. We see good people being laid off through no fault of their own. Just because something bad hasn't happened yet doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. Are you now wondering, Am I Next?

AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT U.S. LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS

Humble, Texas-based US Logistics Solutions, a trucking and logistics company, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and abruptly ceased operations at its offices and 19 terminals.

The closure impacted 2,000 employees, including 500 truck drivers and warehouse, dock and office workers who did not receive their final paychecks.

Presideny Eric Culberson noted, "Due to the abrupt decision by our private ownership group to close our doors at the same time business was surging, I am completely devastated and heartbroken for the 2,000+ professionals I've had the pleasure of working with, The timing of this closure did not give me the chance to thank my team for their commitment and support to our customers and to each other."

"Despite the best efforts by its dedicated workforce, the company was notified by its lender that it will no longer receive the necessary funding to continue operations. The decision to file for bankruptcy was not taken lightly. The leadership team explored all possible alternatives to avoid this outcome, including seeking additional investment and strategic partnerships. However, the abrupt cessation of funding left the company with no other recourse."

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. We see good people being laid off through no fault of their own. Just because something bad hasn't happened yet doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. Are you now wondering, Am I Next?

AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT PATAGONIA

Ventura, California-based Patagonia, the iconic retailer of technical and outdoor recreation clothing, has issued an ultimatum to its call center staff, some of whom work remotely.

Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Patagonia's customer service staff worked in a call center in Reno, Nevada. During the pandemic, many employees were granted the option of working remotely.

The new policy specifies that customer service employees must live within 60 miles of seven hub cities, none of which are in California if they wish to work remotely. The seven “hub” cities include Reno, Nevada; Salt Lake City, Utah; Dallas, Texas; Austin, Texas; Chicago, Illinois; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; and Atlanta, Georgia.

Patagonia is ready to lay off up to 90 employees if they are unwilling or unable to reorder their lives and relocate as per the company's directive. Per the company's employee-centric management, relocation assistance will be provided, and those who are left behind will be eligible for severance benefits.

It appears that Patagonia is hoping to reduce its "Customer Experience" staff. A company statement noted, “CX has been running 200-300% overstaffed for much of the year, and we simply can’t continue to operate at this level given the broader business realities. The hub model allows us to create consistent opportunities for in-person connection, an important element of Patagonia’s culture that has been missing from CX since the pandemic.”

Change is coming. There will always be a tomorrow, no matter how much you may try to ignore it. There are no guarantees in life or promises for a bright future. We see good people being laid off through no fault of their own. Just because something bad hasn't happened yet doesn't mean it won't. It can happen to anyone, anytime, anywhere. No one is guaranteed to wake up tomorrow and still have a job by evening. Are you now wondering, Am I Next?