Qantas to Outsource 850 Australian Corporate Jobs to India Amid AI Overhaul

Australian airline Qantas has announced plans to cut 850 local corporate jobs as part of a major technological transformation. The company intends to outsource these roles to consulting giant Accenture, with the majority of the positions shifting to teams based in India. CEO Vanessa Hudson confirmed that the restructuring will begin in mid-2027, impacting departments including finance, procurement, and marketing. The airline aims to <b>modernize legacy IT systems</b> and integrate <b>AI-driven technology</b> to improve overall operational efficiency. Qantas currently spends over AU$1 billion annually on its existing technology infrastructure. Management stated that the decision is necessary to upgrade over 1,000 outdated applications built for a different era.