3 ms·Well, no, if it's based on performance, it isn't a layoff. At least in theory.by tacostakohashi 4y agoWell, no, if it's based on performance, it isn't a layoff. At least in theory.kbelder 4y agoWhenever you cut staff for a layoff, you always base it on performance.pyuser583 4y agoNo. It’s often based simply on utility. When you hiring an external firm to do the same function. Many companies used to employ janitors. Now companies hire “janitors services” companies to clean.