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If a company managed laptop requires 5 forced reboots a month to be secured. How many reboots a month does my heart pacer need when it's online?

Almost out the door... Long wondered if typical FLM can see the "who goes where, does what" info or if it takes extreme effort and cause to pry into those...

There are too many old timers complaining on the laidoff, in case you have not notice this is the reality for the US. No wonder Intel is bringing H1Bs don't complain and understand their position in the company instead of thinking they are owned... — read more 

I have had successful rating but L4 stuck and received the ISP. I am also eligible for ER based on rule of 75. At the time of my departure, HR person mentioned that I was eligible for ERP. Looking at the latest package that was mailed, they have... — read more 

and old. But I can understand the benefits of carrying an phone to call, enjoy music and voice my dissatisfaction in thelayoff.com. Can someone tell me why I might want to connect my toaster, wheel chair and pill boxes to the internet in the future?

I applaud BK for bringing women of all races and changing the face of Intel to reflect reality. I also welcome seeing women around campus instead of old white guys ;)

But when it's done in such ruthless manner, how can the company expect the remaining employees to have passion about their jobs? How can they innovate and excel in such brutal working environment?

anonymous writes: "...and I'd assume that there will be a mandated number of "fails" per group... What I learned from the 2015 (my only full year) Focal process is that the only thing that matters is the rating that you get and not the verbiage. When... — read more 

I live in OR and got ISP. I don't have any other reason to live in OR than my job (ex-job now). so, now, BEFORE I get my severance pay, if I move across the river to WA, can I save on OR tax (by being a non-resident) for that money, which could save... — read more 

I received an email from a friend and he is really concerned about San Diego.. he is saying some project are being cancelled, people searching for new projects and positions... what you guys think ? San Diego will be affected or not ?

While I agree that Intel has seriously messed up in the way they have implemented these latest rounds of layoffs (yes, these ARE layoffs-no matter what how the Intel HR/PR folks spin this), I am disappointed at the lack of maturity many show on this... — read more 

I will be eligible for ERP in March'17 and will take the package as soon as it is offered to me anytime after that. I started early, so still will be under 50, physically very fit and healthy, but I want to get out of this place and for that matter... — read more 

It's a zero sum game folks. If your co-worker is doing well it's at your family's expense. In the next focal it's either me or you and it ain't gonna be me!

IBM recently institute a one-month severance policy, regardless of years of severance. What's Intel doing?

Did you see Doug, Aicha, Amir and the other two idiots faces at the open forum a few weeks back. They really thought I was going to do a tipple over on stage. Imagine that without a full risk assessment it would be like a strike with human Skittles... — read more 

The final assfucking. You thought you were getting 8 weeks lol 2 now sign

chances are, you belong to a group/team that is part of that excess fat that should be trimmed.

Read the post of how people are affected by IBM layoff. The story sounds familiar to what is happening at Intel . https://www.thelayoff.com/international-business-machines

A credible rumor says that avgo didn't win the NFC deal with a certain fruit company. That group is most likely going to get Hock-t-sized by it's ruthless CEO. https://www.thelayoff.com/t/Hy3YbwH All is not well in the chip industry...Unless you're... — read more 

True character of those leaving the company comes alive in their last days at Intel. They show who they really were all along... with their inflated egos at making money from retirement package... acting bitter, being mean towards the remaining... — read more 

All of us know, that some of INTEL ICs would like to become managers (life dream). There are processes defined on the way (I personally passed them in order to be a manager). I will not sink/go to details, since most of us here know (more/less) how... — read more 

Has anyone gotten their Separation and Release Agreement (bribe in exchange for a gag order and non-litigation) yet?

You either pass or you fail. That should be interestng.

I hope you don't mind if I drone on a bit but wanted to remind everyone I have the smallest transistor not that I'm ashamed. I also wanted to explain why we had to let 12k people go, it was because I offered everyone on my tv show a job. With... — read more 

Hold that pee, or go on the floor... http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2016/05/23/intel-cafeteria-workers-say-bathroom-visits-restricted/84806066/?yptr=yahoo Intel cafeteria workers say bathroom visits restricted

What happened end to end. What you have to sign. Were you paired to do anything you didn't want to?

Yet another 10nm delay leading to crap bonuses I'd bet.

And I know that because I deal with all sorts of companies because I am a consultant. So if peiple come in here and talk about your ISP or how Intel is doing and how Intel will do, please don't get in their words. Any company will live to have you on... — read more 

Thoughts on the 'Non-disparagement' clause in the exit paperwork? Interesting clause in the final paperwork to waive all legal rights. Online def's as follows: ” “Disparagement” is “a false and injurious statement that discredits or detracts from the... — read more 

http://www.digitimes.com/news/a20160519PR200.html

Some managers had meeting on delivering the message. If you suddenly get a 1:1 for Wednesday with your manager...your on the list. This time it will be just manager and employee...no HR in the room. Exit date will be June 30. So it seems no throwing... — read more