Oh dear.....

I do like the message of Ford's recent advertising, it's essentially made by America and built in America campaign. While I believe in that, 75% of the market does not. They're going to buy what is the best value for them, and only trust a company... — read more 

long lived mobility!!! We're not going anywhere. So quit crying about it.

Some of the best data scientists in the world. ~Ex-FANG analyst

Sounds like Ford AV strategy is all over the place. Not sure where they are going, use cases, etc. All Mobility groups at risk.

No China business case Definitely none in United States Board to begin review at their regular monthly meeting tomorrow

I thought it was optional whether or not to go back in the office for engineering? (In response to previous poster).

Noticed that Ford deployed some powerful piece of software to our machines called "EnCase Enterprise Agent". You can do your own research from here. Is there anything known Ford was using collected data in the past to find a reason for laying of... — read more 

How were some of you guys first day back in the office today?

"Many are heralding the end of the open-plan workplace and the return of small, private offices" https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20200514-how-the-post-pandemic-office-will-change

Could this guy have played it any better? He gets fed up and is ready to move on...avoids the entire Coronavirus nightmare and will probably be a CEO somewhere major within the year. Amazing play. Damn do I miss him. :(

https://www.thebalance.com/what-happens-to-stock-when-company-files-bankruptcy-3141358 When a company goes bankrupt, what happens to investors holding its stock or bonds? Is buying the stock of a bankrupt company a good idea? The bottom line is... — read more 

https://www.autonews.com/mobility-report/vw-ford-forge-ahead-technology-sharing-save-costs It starts here. Why have the dual relationship with Rivian and VW? With stock prices in the tank, perfect opportunity to add the Ford truck line to fill... — read more 

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/gms-cruise-autonomous-car-unit-201600588.html

Henry Ford III will bankrupt FORD.FORD will disappear in 2020.No more cash in bank account!

Anyone know what groups in Ford have gotten pay cuts? A few weeks ago I heard Purchasing and Marketing/Sales got 20%.

Worth watching it so far? Any question answered or only videos being played?

https://www.autonews.com/executives/henry-ford-iii-rising-top-dynasty-facing-crisis

Now that agency has a reduction in pay, what’s next? I’d rather have a heads up. My experience has been agency is the first to go in a recession. Has anyone heard of this happening?

https://www.freep.com/story/money/cars/2020/05/12/general-motors-toyota-diversityinc-top-50/3109016001/ Ford needs to fire Bill Ford, Hackett and Farley, spend the millions of dollars we are wasting on them begging Mary Barra to come fix this mess... — read more 

Just got email from contracting service that ford is opening back office work soon. What’s the point? On the other hand, my manager said Ford was considering WFH indefinitely until further notice. Will you guys be happy to go back to the office?

Just got email from contracting service that ford is opening back office work soon. What’s the point? On the other hand, my manager said Ford was considering WFH indefinitely until further notice. Will you guys be happy to go back to the office?

I have seen so much money and talent squandered by Ford management. Every reorg they expand their ranks. First, Let’s Fire All the Managers, Harvard Business Review Management is the least efficient activity in your organization. Think of... — read more 

Does this depend on manager discretion? Or does HR have deciding power?

Anybody notice the slightly revised verbiage on LifeatFord? You get a smiley-faced sticker if you remember what it used to say earlier this year, compared to the new phrase.

Does anyone know if this cut will affect green card applications? Prevailing wage step and so ?

What would the average salary be for manager level 5? I ask because my friend’s son, at that level, is telling her he needs to borrow money from her IRA because they are cutting his hours 20%. She is retired and should not be asked to do this.

We are still spending billions of dollars and projects that will never make a profit. Google, with all their resources, has cancelled their smart cities projects. Uber sold their scooter business to Lime. Wy is Ford still pouring cash into these... — read more 

Well Farley placed a big bet on the team. Bill says execution of the plan is only way we can improve share price. Khumar says execution of plan rests on the backs of engineers and buyers. Of course our Xcross town competitor is tearing it up... — read more 

I have used the FMM for many years for the majority of my cash savings - great interest rate but not FDIC insured. I moved 80% of my balance out of there when the virus hit to a local FDIC savings account. Is anyone else concerned with FMM... — read more 

GM earnings provide a nice contrast to Ford (GM stock up 8% at the opening). Ford performance is embarassing and highlights the difference in management competence vs. GM.

Anyone else hear agency are getting a 10% pay reduction?