Intel was once the standard, when it had a huge headstart and monopoly. They ditched meritocracy for D&I and progressive values. Now the engineering staff all WFH and forgot how to find the factory. The titanic is sinking…

Those who generally view everything very negatively believe that the company is heading for bankruptcy. Are there any serious, rational arguments that Intel could soon go bankrupt? That would be the worst case scenario and I don't think it will... — read more 

Things can't improve for one simple reason. It's getting harder and harder to find good talent these days. Add to that the fact we're constantly going through layoffs, and that becomes almost impossible. As a result, what we have at Intel after... — read more 

Has anyone else noticed an increase in the degree of micro-managing for Fab and out of fab roles? CWW techs (fab and ROC), engs, OMs, SGLs - anyone in CWW working schedule. Is this a new form of power abuse? The complaints are running rampant and... — read more 

Give me billions of $$$ but be patient because my “strategy” will take at least 20 years to work for the company 😂

Pat was promising when he started, set the right tone, said right things, but then he implemented the strategy. Betting too much on fab, which has been the Achilles heel for Intel, not improving execution and blaming predecessors. Any other company... — read more 

By the shape of things currently are, i won't be surprised if by next two Qs, if numbers don't improve we may see a bailout or bankruptcy. The recession looks imminent next year despite what fed says.The debt in the accounting books on here are like... — read more 

Fabs will be absorbed into Samaung or spun off. After that, what is really left? The aging x86 architecture..

The stock is at 8yr low. Will there be a dividend cut? Cost cuts are being done to prop up the share price and still pay dividend. Dividend cut will be death knell for Intel share price. Therefore, it should be a safe investment? May be it is... — read more 

It’s Christmas stop worrying about your job, your future your company Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas! After you come back from your paid or maybe your very very long unpaid time off reflect on the sad state of Intel and broken IDM IFS strategy, but... — read more 

In the 20 years I've been here, I've seen the quality of new hires go down consistently. At first, it was probably because Intel refused to pay people who knew their worth what they deserved, but now it's mostly because the best are staying as far... — read more 

It was a strategic mistake for Intel to even get into dGPU space. GPU is arguably the #3 priority at Intel behind CPU and foundry. Where as it's #1 priority at NVIDIA and #2 at AMD behind CPU. What makes Intel think it could catch up to existing... — read more 

Have a feeling I might get laid off from Intel so I'm looking for new positions. Where the fu-k am I supposed to go?

Leave Intel behind and enjoy your time with family and friends. We'll have plenty of time to worry about layoffs and incompetent leadership in 2023. At least once this year exclude this place from your life completely and focus on all the good things... — read more 

Kudos to Intel for allowing CPM'ers with an MPP payout to change their term date to 12/30 (from 12/31). Resulted in a 50% increase in lump sum payout.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykYm6uVYTnQ

10% chop chop Intel will most certainly need to do more than unpaid leave for manfucturing! How can they take ask for government money while layoff off people. What a Christmas going on vacation knowing your company and executives will be thinking... — read more 

The main reasons are: What other company will hire me as my main skill is power point warrior, I doubt AMD, Amazon, Google, etc. will hire me to create power points and schedule meetings. I don't have to make any decisions and always have a... — read more 

I know we are all about doom and gloom here, but Intel actually did something right and I think that should be celebrated. It’s Over 9000! Intel Core i9-13900KS Becomes The First CPU To Achieve 9 GHz Frequency World... — read more 

Linus Tech Tips has this sponsored series with Intel where they get $5,000 to upgrade one of their employee's home setups. They just released the latest in the series a couple of hours ago. I know it's basically just an ad but it feels pretty sh-t... — read more 

Is it strange that one senior Intel executive uses LinkedIn like FB, says it all about the company in many ways

Rejoice!

How far has this company fallen? https://www.reuters.com/technology/intel-delaying-german-factory-start-wants-more-subsidies-volksstimme-2022-12-17/

In the title.

https://appsmetech.com/computing/intel-cuts-full-year-profit-forecast-chipmaker-plans-layoffs-as-firm-ramps-up-sales-into-data-centres/

https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/intel-plans-200-layoffs-january/103-8339f2d0-3a5d-4cd5-b966-6a754f358c61

You can stop asking if a certain team or group or whatever is affected or will be affected by layoffs. Just assume that the answer is always yes. If that yes is not applicable immediately, it will be sometime in the (most likely near) future. Save... — read more 

It could be worst https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/news/indian-tech-workers-silicon-valley-immigration-system-stacked-against-them/

I understand those who constantly question whether they would be safe. People are anxious and fear losing their jobs. However, hasn't it already become obvious that layoffs can be expected here every quarter and that no one is safe? Instead of... — read more 

Anyone has any info on latest layoffs

I was in a meeting today titled "engineering workgroup" which was supposed to be technical discussion on details of urgent, high priority customer engagement. Attendees were: 4 people managers, 5 different project managers, 1 PAE, 1 QA, 1 dev. 90% of... — read more 

I am looking for a new job and sending applications because I'm aware that Intel is in a downward spiral from which it may not come out. However, it is hard for me now to imagine that after spending so many years here, I go to work for one of the... — read more 

Corporate Officer 🤣

Intel was at rock bottom when AG took over and turned it around by taking a bold step to move away from memory business and focus on microprocessor. Similarly, PG is going all in on foundry. Is it the change intel needed? Will intel be able to take... — read more 

after all the stock is now down 50%, they have lost have their goodie bags.. so, what keeps them loyal to Pat?

Who wants to bet there are layoffs next week as a Christmas present from Pat to us? That's how much he cares for us!