Microsoft is planning to cut thousands of jobs, particularly in sales, as the tech giant streamlines its workforce amid increased investments in artificial intelligence, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday,

The cuts are expected to be announced early next month, following the end of Microsoft’s fiscal year, according to people familiar with the matter.

Microsoft is planning to lay off several thousand employees in the next few weeks, looking to thin out its ranks while continuing its costly push into artificial intelligence. The reduction of thousands of jobs will affect its sales department and other teams,