November 5, 2026 — 11:14am

Melbourne AI scribe Heidi will cut about 18 per cent of its staff – 108 roles – in the same week two of its three co-founders said they were leaving the business.

The company, whose software records doctor-patient consultations and writes up clinical notes, said it was “rebalancing our team around the markets and investments that will deliver the greatest impact for our customers and support growth”.

“Unfortunately, this means some roles are no longer required.”

Heidi chief executive Thomas Kelly delivered the news of staff lay-offs on Thursday morning. AFR

Heidi did not say which of its markets would be affected by the cuts. It said severance packages would vary by country, but exceed statutory requirements, and that it was still hiring for key roles.

The company is active in more than 190 countries, and claims a market-leading position in Britain and the Asia-Pacific region.…