Everyone got the HR email. A couple of takeaways to consider.......
The reviews process is starting in November this year? That's early, very early. So it will take AIG 3 months to figure out if you deserve an sti and how much you should get? This confirms that the rumors of a massive Q1 layoff are more likely . Compiling lists of jobs to be eliminated takes time. Expect a Q1 purge to coincide with Febraury sti payments.
Secondly, new wording is being added. Performance is no longer enough. You have to conform to AIG Purpose and Values. So you can be a superstar performer, but if you don't drink the cool aid sorry about your bonus. This makes the process very subjective. "You did a great job, your performance is great, unfortunately you don't fit AIG's purpose and value so nothing extra for going above and beyond." Maybe next year you will keep your mouth shut.
Management just provided themselves with the ultimate out to play favorites. Typical AIG B/S.