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 website. For months, my wife (not an Intel employee) has advised me not to even look at posts on this website. Too depressing and sad, she said.
After 22 years at the company, I was shown the door and walked out April 26th. I had a “successful” review and SSL4 “reward.” I can't ever return. There was no warning, no indication that I was not doing well at Intel. That isn't right. This is not meritocracy. My management didn't fight for me, nor did they care. Thousands are in my situation. I understand this. I felt insulted and angry.
However: I still consider myself very, very lucky to have been employed at a place like Intel.
What I've always enjoyed about Intel is that I've always believed that (for the most part) Intel was full of bright, intelligent people that were not prejudiced, nasty or unfair to others. Having said this, the comments I’ve seen posted on this website about other racial groups at Intel, the profanity etc. makes me not only sad, but angry. Rest assured, BK & particularly Murthy will eventually be measured against their actions and will be held accountable. Time will tell whether this move was ill advised, or what was needed to save the company. But folks: please try to take the higher ground and avoid the racial slurs, profanity, sexual comments etc. Andy Grove must be rolling in his grave. This is a very, very sad time.
As a close friend of mine once said (past Intel employee): “Yes, XXXXXXXXX, there is life after Intel.” I believe that, and off I go! Best of luck to everyone. I do mean that.