Workers retrenchment in March-April 2016 were dominated by the manufacturing sector. Intel Malaysia plans to cut about 10% of the 13,500 workers in both Penang and Kulim manufacturing plants, in line with Intel US’ announcement on plans to reduce its... — read more 

I get it SC and even Folsom can think of the great "Bay Area" and its variety of opportunities. But what about us Oregonians? Where do we go ?

VSP is totally optional. Lots of negativity on this site saying you'll go down later. Not (historically) true. I've been with intel 16 yrs; was offered VSP in 2014 but did not take it, and was not offered VSP this year. No chance of ISP thus year... — read more 

OR news ? blood today ?

I mean Day 1 is over and we have 4 more to go. Are the managers aware what's in store for their reportees by the end of the week? Or do they themselves get notified that fateful morning?

All the 5 people I know who got the ISP today are ICs. Did any manager get ISP ?

Last time VPG was being axed, almost everyone got a VSP. Is it the same this time ? How many people are getting it ? Is it more in CCG?

‘Elephant’ Intel Dances, But 12,000 Layoffs Could Signal Recession: http://www.investors.com/news/technology/elephant-intel-dances-but-12000-layoffs-could-signal-recession/

... It's that a bad new? Or means we're consolidating in here?

53 yo non-exempt white male with 22 years of Intel service who has both VSP & ERP options. My gut tells me to take ERP because if Intel doesn't hit their 12,000 target, VSPer's in my age and gender group will be the first to get walked with less than... — read more 

Are they both not voluntary? What if I don't accept any? Which is a better option? Can I hold this off until end of year 2016 for my sabbatical?

If you look at the ISP criteria for this year and last year, it's pretty obvious that they're starting a new trend. If you get an IR or a SSL4/SSL5 at your focal, you are getting an ISP within a few weeks. I see two behaviors coming out of this... — read more 

Does all unvested RSU vest on a VSP? Or business as usual that you walk out with the currently vested units only.

What about other sites? Has the media reported like they did here: http://www.sacbee.com/news/business/technology/article73858367.html

If an employee is eligible for VSP and he/she signs up - Can that be denied/rejected? Because a biz group wants you to hang around.

I'm very tired and sleepless for the past 4 days reading up on this site.

Anyone know if you can take ERP and Return as a GB?

Our team lost a great employee today. This person was a hard worker and if I were to rank this person compaired to our team they would be in the top half easily. However they got a lower sll due to being new in the group, my guess. 10+ years and... — read more 

with 12000 people coming out, I'm worried sick that finding a new job might take way too long. what do you guys think?

if so, saving from EDA site is the best way to do it?

Does any one know?

See a ton of traffic, how did you find this obscure site?

In FM they have set a BUM room to bring people affected in masses and collect their laptops,cell,and any other Intel assets.. After that , they send them to a final "booth" with HR to sign paperwork and then off to the main lobby to be escorted... — read more 

Welcome to Intel .

Today, usual security guard attendant at our Intel facility's front desk was joined burly-looking individuals all day. On the way out, I inquired if they were bouncers, and they replied in the affirmative!

Before the announcement, I was getting 25 call a week for Contingent work. Most of them were Outsource Indian companies, but a few good temp firms I submitted with. I had one phone screen and in person interview. Indeed.com listed six positions a... — read more 

Can someone please tell me what the layoff/separation requirements are? How do we know if we qualify? I keep seeing contradicting info.