Microsoft Promotes Sales Chief Althoff to Help Free Up Nadella

Microsoft has announced a reorganization that will give its longtime sales chief, Judson Althoff, additional responsibilities overseeing marketing and operations. This move is intended to allow CEO Satya Nadella and the company's engineering leaders to focus more on technical work. The reorganization is aimed at streamlining the company's operations and allowing Nadella and his engineering team to dedicate more time to product development and innovation. Althoff, who has been with Microsoft since 2013, will now be responsible for overseeing the company's global sales, marketing, and operations functions. This change is part of Microsoft's ongoing efforts to adapt to the rapidly evolving technology landscape and ensure that the company remains competitive in the market. By freeing up Nadella and the engineering team, Microsoft hopes to drive continued innovation and growth across its product portfolio.