Try being over 50 and applying for jobs. If you are not among senior employees, you still have some chance of landing a new position. We, on the other hand, have an extra obstacle that's making it almost impossible to find a job. I'm saying this in... — read more
Dell beats estimates as server sales soar 80%, riding AI wave
At what margin? Possibly negative???
Engineering!
Folks...my very high contact just alerted me to an evolving situation involving engineering teams from ISG. Apparently there will be an email early next week. It will outline plans for further reductions of engineering. She said that India will be... — read more
Is this the week for engineering
I have had it confirmed that engineering cuts are happening in sept but when is the date? Is it this week ?
We need change at the top!
This place is headed straight for disaster unless we get rid of the entire upper management and usher in some competent leaders. They're the main reason why we're in this mess. Seriously, how much do you have to mess up at the top before somebody... — read more
Is it even possible for morale to get any worse?
I swear, I can't remember the last time I saw somebody smiling. It's all doom and gloom, and for a good reason.
Stock will go red today or next week
No one believes the "numbers" and AI player.
$328 million charge for Q2 layoffs
Q2 remarks, they didn't mention how many were impacted by WFR, but they did state they incurred a $328m charge for the Q2 layoffs. Anyone remember what the charges were for Feb or Aug 2023 layoffs?
Dell Attempts ro sell SecureWorks
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/exclusive-dell-attempts-sell-cybersecurity-185939156.html
medical insurance after layoff??
how long are those laid off be covered under dell medical insurance?
Layoff Bias Affect
https://www.sfgate.com/tech/article/california-tech-companies-laid-off-table-scraps-19723851.php
Is your plan to retire from Dell?
This used to be a given for a long time, but fewer and fewer people see it as happening these days, both due to layoffs and simply not wanting to work here anymore due to all the problems/changes. I'm curious if that's the prevailing position here as... — read more
Has anyone seen a severance yet?
my official last day was the 9th. I am hoping by Friday I will have it.
Ranked: The Biggest Layoffs in Tech So Far in 2024
Internal sources at Dell say the company will cut 20,000 jobs this year, after an initial 6,000 in March. This particular arithmetic comes from inside the company. HR employees told Business Insider that Dell plans to bring its employee count under... — read more
Jen Fe--h unexpectedly leaving Dell
It was announced that Jen Fe--h is abruptly leaving Dell. No mention of other opportunities, just leaving. After the announcement was made her image (avatar) on email and org charts was removed even tho her email is still active. No one knows what... — read more
Next Round of Re-org
Latest going around is next re-org services sales division might be impacted the target is that might rolled into in-country reporting.
Calif. tech companies see laid-off workers as 'table scraps,' recruiters say One recruiter said that a senior director even called them 'damaged
https://www.sfgate.com/tech/article/california-tech-companies-laid-off-table-scraps-19723851.php Many Dell Employees will be out of work and will be labelled the same. Enjoy the time given , they will betray you
Can we get unemployment insurance?
I got 6 months severance. Can I apply for unemployment insurance as well? What are peoples experience here
Dell should thin out management layers
That would solve all of our problems. The company would achieve major cost savings without losing any of the employees who actually contribute. Let's face it, our management layers are bloated and filled with people who do nothing but attend useless... — read more
A sensible take on the job market
https://danielmiessler.com/p/real-problem-job-market
This a straight up kick in the groin
Seriously, fu-k Dell https://www.linkedin.com/posts/delltechnologies_elevate-your-career-with-dell-technologies-activity-7233463689129979904-SoJY?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop
Waiting for WFR
Why won't they WFR my @55 already? I want to get my severance and go so that I can finally be free from it all. I get tired of trying to find places in 176 to nap each day.
Jen Fe--h out
JC just sent an email saying shes decided to leave. Is that true or was she forced out? Things must be really bad if she left on her own....too bad, i really like her.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/meet-15-members-100-billion-203855987.html
Michael Dell, the founder and CEO of Dell.John Locher/AP Net worth: $107 billion YTD change in wealth: +$28.2 billion Source of wealth: Dell stock Michael Dell is the founder, chairman, and CEO of the eponymous computer maker. Dell stock has... — read more
My only issue is medical coverage
If severance came with medical coverage for at least six months, I'd be more than happy to volunteer to be cut. It's not even that I don't like working at Dell anymore, I just wouldn't mind giving something new a chance. Instead, as somebody with a... — read more
What is the truth, are engineering going to be hit
Does anyone actually know the truth ? Weren't engineering hit in early August , I know of some affected Why would they be hit again sept
It’s far from over, don’t fool yourself
For the person who keeps repeating that layoffs are over on various threads, you either mean over for this week or you are deliberately peddling misinformation. Rest assured, there are many more layoffs to come over the coming months. The current... — read more
Will September 16th be the Red Wedding for Engineering?
Looking at the org charts there are many Directors and Managers who don't meet the 14 direct reports span and layers criteria. Will some or all of them be realigned to fit into this new Modern Dev model. My guess is yes but to what extent is to be... — read more
Monday!
Folks…I am hearing some rumblings from my very high contact that there is going to be a massive announcement on Monday about further layoffs. From what I understand Dell is trying to boost its share value to try and get the best price for its... — read more
Well, at least the morale has significantly improved
Not. If there’s at least good ideas behind cuts, there would maybe, maybe, be something to look forward to for those who stay in Dell after layoffs are over with (if they ever end, that is). The way things are, one has a hard time deciding whether... — read more
Any WFR in Irish offices?
Been hearing rumblings of rumours in the Cork office about mid September but haven't heard anything concrete. Has anyone heard of anything affecting Irish sites?
Severence change for Sept WFR?
Hearing that the # of years of service will be capped at 8. Lots of rumors flying around everywhere right now - that seems like a horrific change to make right after super recent WFR folks got a bigger amount.
This will last for a while
When upper mgmt converts the business model from growth and the development of a company to a simple personal cash cow, it’s all downhill from there. I don’t see any other purpose of these layoffs, nor do I see any strategy these cuts are meant to... — read more
Anyone know what's going on under Chris Mullan?
Just curious after having a total realignment if anyone knows where the cards are going to fall. There is a huge emphasis on eliminating volume for every team.
Jensen hates Jeff Clarke
Just a fun fact to know: Jensen infamously couldn't be in the same room as Jeff until just about a year ago when the industry forced them to work together. Jensen thinks Jeff is a half wit jerk and represents everything Jensen despises. Considering... — read more
Consequences of not completing RTO days?
Curious to know if anyone experienced real consequences of not completing 39 days in office last quarter.
Any recent hired affected by the layoffs?
Was at the company less than 3 years and was hit by WFR in sales. Feeling very defeated and not sure where to look next for a sales role, especially after learning everything "dell" the last few years, I feel like I don't know anything else.
Dell lost all employee trust
This has eroded employee morale and in turn, lowered productivity. Frankly, I think Dell deserves to start feeling the consequences of its actions, and I hope a noticeable drop in productivity will make it clear to those on top what a cr-ppy job... — read more
Has Michael Dell resigned?
Just wondering where he is. It’s like he no longer exists. When last did he mail the wider team? Greedy coward. That’s what he is.