Its a long post.
For those seeking info on these forums; I get it. You want a clear message so you can act. I also know that contributing to an anonymous based forum isn't a rallying cry for trust on behalf of the reader but bear with me. I'm compelled to write this because I have seen far too many careers swept away. I have a ton of empathy for the people who invested time and sacrificed so much and ultimately were impacted by a reduction in workforce.
Many have heard: 'there is no money for a raise or bonus' since the early 2000's. The message has been consistently that cuts are inevitable and that there is a plan and expenses should be pruned. That message wears people down. It sends worry through families and really does have a lasting impact on people.
If you are still at HPE/DXC then lets assume you have a reason. Riding it out, fear of personal change, years of service, benefits, love the work, love the travel, etc. You may love the changes, the new direction, and want to see what happens next. You may be very angry because the company you hired into was sold, acquired, downsized, outsourced, etc. You may be cautious and anxious. You may want to eject from your role but worry about that decision causing a ripple effect personally and professionally.
Its likely that decisions which affect your career map to a strategy that you are not a part of creating, made by a group of leaders that you don't directly interact with, and every piece of the business that you are involved in is being microscopically analyzed for efficiencies. Low cost labor solution centers seem to be where the investments are going. And if you're negatively impacted by these changes, it s---s.
But here is where the story gets better. You get to choose.
Get focused on you. Your skills. Your talent. Your career. Put a shine on that resume. Get connected to current and former colleagues. Buy interview clothes. Save your money. Identify the technology or services companies in your area and get tuned into opportunity. Talk to people you trust. Take your vacation. Get 'you' right.
Dont let forced change be the catalyst to start focusing on your wants and needs. And especially don't waste any time trying to figure out why things are the way they are. Your time is valuable! Decide, act, and work toward the 'you' goals. Whatever that means to you. If that means exiting, do so voluntarily. If that means staying, pick your spot, get the answers you need and get ahead of your peers.
Don't be a victim of indecision, hesitation, and fear.