Baidu Implements New Employee Promotion Mechanism

Baidu announced a restructuring of its professional and management grading systems effective May 1. Baidu will replace its letter-based grading system with a numeric 5-to-12 scale effective May 1. Baidu is transitioning from letter-based job labels to a 5-12 numerical grading system starting May 1 to integrate professional and management career paths. Baidu is replacing its existing letter-based job titles with a numeric system ranging from levels 5 to 12. The change merges professional and management tracks for employees below middle management to break institutional barriers. Baidu's new grading system, effective May 1, replaces letter-based labels with a 5-to-12 numerical scale. This change is intended to develop versatile leadership talent within the company. Baidu has implemented a new organizational structure to break down institutional barriers and allow for more flexible employee growth. Baidu has launched a new personnel mechanism effective April 1st to break institutional barriers within the company. The company stated the move is designed to cultivate versatile leadership talent for complex challenges.