Using global resources has been going on for a very long time. That computer operations finally started to use them is only news in that it took so long. The fact that so many people are not being replaced is foreshadowing some sort of organizational thinning.
I'm hearing the substantive changes will begin unfolding toward the end of this month. That makes sense since the annual review and merit cycle will have been finalized. Everyone will have been evaluated and ranked so they can be slotted into their future role as deemed appropriate.