Koondumine
Koondumine is the act of reducing a company's workforce by laying off employees, typically as part of restructuring, cost-cutting, or financial difficulties. It can affect all staff or only a portion and may be planned or the result of adverse conditions.
The term comes from the Estonian koondama, meaning to gather or consolidate, with koondumine as the noun
In Estonia and many other contexts, koondumine is governed by employment law and collective agreements. Employers
Procedural requirements commonly include consultation with employee representatives or unions, transparency about the reasons and methods
For employees, koondumine means job loss and the potential for unemployment benefits, job placement services, and
The exact definition and procedures vary by country, sector, and contract, so local laws should be consulted