The reduction of DHL's U.S. Express workforce will be achieved through reductions, attrition and the suspension of some existing open positions across functional areas.
"This action is one of several measures we are taking to improve our competitive position in the
Today's news follows other recent moves to boost DHL's competitive position in the U.S. market, invest in business growth areas, and increase service to consumer and business customers. In January, Deutsche Post World Net, DHL's parent company, recognized a non-cash writedown on DHL Express America's fixed assets. Deutsche Post World Net has signed a letter of intent with HP to outsource all IT operations across the company, a measure expected to reduce costs and improve IT services. And DHL recently announced a partnership with Walgreens, the largest drugstore chain in the