#employeerelations

Management is rolling out a brand-new "Competency Model" framework for upcoming mid-year reviews that completely changes the rules of our jobs right after a massive layoff. They are introducing a mandatory "AI Competency" metric, requiring everyone to use AI tools daily and even "configure simple agents" just to be rated as "Effective" in their roles. This is a transparent move to force a smaller, surviving workforce to use automation to absorb all the leftover work from our departed colleagues. By rushing this out by August 31 alongside mid-year "goal adjustments," management is building a paper trail that redefines what it means to do your job well. If you don't adopt these new automated workflows, they can mark you as underperforming even if you are doing your core job perfectly, creating a loop hole for them to shift to performance-based terminations instead of layoffs so they can dodge paying severance down the road. Just when you think they can’t go any lower, they now want to take away severance pay

How can they lay off AMs, while turning around and immediately adding new AMs?

It seems like what might be really happening is CDW is trying to re-set the payroll with lower paid employees and foregoing the experience, expertise and customer relationships of AMs who were paid more competitively.

I’m sure that’s also happening in other departments.

What could go wrong?🤦🏻‍♂️

Rumor of 6k more unlucky souls next week. Could it be?

Does anyone have any exact insight on how long will they keep those that applied for VSP? I know it depends on needs I am just wanting to know if anyone has any specifics. The waiting is difficult. Just trying hard to keep busy.

The current CISO a--hole brought his pals along from Etrade. He and his pals laid off almost every hardworking and talented person who saved his a-s from mega breaches and embarrasment. Its just a matter of time before he replaces the rest. What a corrupt dou--ebag!

Procedure of getting fired after Less Than Meet?

I had a long and mostly good career at Intel. I remember the early days, when it was demanding, but in exchange, there was a meaningful employer/employee relationship. Towards the end, and sadly like so much of tech, it is now just transactional, you are here for the moment, then not. In the last chapter of my career at Intel products side (DCG), I felt our mission and goals were always shifting with the rotation of VPs, job clarity and purpose were low, and you spent as much time navigating politics, turf and survival as you did actually focused on delivering anything to our customers. Still, I always saved, maxed out 401k, additional savings along the way.

When our team was hit a year ago, I took the money and ran. We only have one shot at our lives, so for the next chapter, I focused on finding a job and organization that had more meaning to me, and not about the pay or title. I landed a role that pays about 1/3 of what I made at Intel (was double digit grade level), but I have very clear job clarity, ownership, accountability, I have direct line of site where my contributions add value, there isn't a re-org every quarter, the management is stable. This is a much better space than the nonsense of working on ever shifting goals, and one day you are told what you do matters, and the next day the team is CPM'd.

The key, if you are there navigating Lip-Bu's 'you are born to suffer and work hard' mindset, is save, save, save, and as you have more and more socked away, your options beyond Intel, and beyond tech, grow, grow and grow.

I am grateful for the wealth accumulation Intel provided my family and I over the years, and I do wish the remaining Intel colleagues the best of luck, I hope Intel and those that are there succeed (still have stock), but have to say the employment experience - from the perspective of meaning and purpose - decreased significantly from the Intel I joined in times past.

I left Target HQ 3 years ago and really want to come back. Does Target generally hire previous employees if they left on good terms? Do you have an advantage in the hiring process?

Temple University is implementing layoffs affecting 40 employees as it addresses ongoing budget deficits. This action is part of a broader strategy to cut $60 million in expenses for the upcoming fiscal year. The university is also increasing tuition by an average of 3.4% for both in-state and out-of-state students. Despite these cuts, Temple has recently experienced promising gains in first-year undergraduate enrollment. The university aims to achieve a balanced budget within the next three years.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

https://www.highereddive.com/news/temple-university-lays-off-40-employees-as-it-tackles-deficit/824888/

I just saw a new department message about another round of underwriting associates getting moved to claims. Pages after pages of names, poor souls.

For the folks still in underwriting: Has managment become more aggressive, threatning layoffs?

I don't have any buddies left in that department, so I don't know what sort of pitch they are giving you guys.

I wonder if the VSP will be offered again if they don't get the number that they were wanting. I was back & forth, but decided not to take it. Now I'm wondering if I should have.

What is the date where people will officially get the vsp? Quite a few people I am working with are checked out and wondering if they took it.

I’ve seen reports of layoffs. Do you know which teams are affected?

I understand October 2 is the last day for sales reps if they didn’t get a territory, if I have that right. Other than that what is the significance of October 2 for this company? What is the purpose of October 2, why not finish the year out? Thanksgiving and Christmas would be so close. That doesn’t even make sense!!
Is it a $ thing? Seems like there wouldn’t be enough people to work!! Who’s going to work all this? There’s only SO MUCH one person can do!!

A significant majority of HR leaders anticipate further workforce reductions in 2026. Many organizations are now treating job cuts as a routine management strategy rather than a last resort. This trend is driven by a need to acquire specific skills and adapt to volatile market conditions. Despite these widespread layoffs, a notable perception gap exists regarding internal redeployment programs. The constant uncertainty surrounding job security is also impacting the well-being of both employees and HR professionals.

https://www.thehrdigest.com/87-of-hr-leaders-are-planning-layoffs-in-2026/

Is there a way to report an issue to HR anonymously?

"We've undermined the trust you have that your specific expertise and contribution will be valued, that you will grow and advance your career, and that this will be a place where you can actually have an impact."

I doubt you will hear anything like that from Chuck or the new CFO.

Coming over from Oxy board to check here..

People claim that you’re giving technical staff a bonus for retention. Is this true?

Anyone getting any word on anymore layoffs....

Microsoft has reduced its global workforce by approximately 4,800 employees, representing about 2.1% of its staff. These layoffs primarily impact the sales organization and the Xbox gaming division. The company is implementing a comprehensive severance package, exceeding typical industry standards. This includes extended pay, continued stock vesting, and health insurance coverage for eligible employees. These actions coincide with Microsoft's significant investments in artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure.

https://innotechtoday.com/the-business-of-letting-go-microsofts-new-layoff-playbook/

Tampa data science team is the worst team to work for. Modus operandi is to promote h1b friends and treat citizens and residents as sh-t.
If you want to get into a sh-t hole get in here.

Nippon Electric Glass will cease its glass fiber production in North America. This decision includes the closure of its Shelby plant. The company is also selling its Lexington facility. Approximately 282 employees will be affected by these changes. The Shelby plant has been operational since the late 1950s.

https://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/news/2026/07/09/nippon-electric-glass-layoffs-shelby-manufacturing.html

GameSpot has undergone another round of significant layoffs, impacting its entire commerce team. This latest round of cuts also saw the departure of Chris Grant, the vice president overseeing games and entertainment for owner Fandom. These layoffs mark the fifth such event since Fandom acquired GameSpot and other sites. Affected employees expressed shock and sadness over their sudden dismissals. The company has not yet commented on the situation.

San Francisco, California

https://aftermath.site/gamespot-layoffs-july-2026/

So management remove decent people, remove decent tools and cripple processes - the activity fails - they then use that as an excuse to cut the activity back to the minimum and send the work to India - they move on to the next activity and repeat. No idea what they're throwing away as they grind on towards mediocrity. Senior management in EM are driving the organisation into the ground.

To all my peeps who were treated with disloyalty by Humana and forced out, keep in mind open enrollment for Medicare Advantage plans is just around the corner, beginning October 15th.

So, be sure to give you best sales pitch on social media and to all your elderly friends to why Traditional Medicare is better and why they should switch over this year and drop Medicare Advantage.

Let’s face it, we all really knew Traditional Medicare was better, especially in regards to what health insurance should be most concerned with, which is covering a person in the unfortunate situation where they have a catastrophic health issue. Not about dental or vision appointments.

I go on vacation tomorrow and my manager wanted to make sure I had my phone with me. "Why? More layoffs", I asked.

She confirmed yes. I told her if I'm hit, just call me in Japan and rip the band aid off.

Happy vacation to me!

Last month, some UI team members in India are gone. Today, some UI team members (7+) in US/Canada are let go

In protest of our atrocious leadership and most recent layoffs, I donated all of my CDW apparel to the homeless in my area. Now I feel really terrible about it. Not about giving away company swag. No obviously not. I feel bad that these poor people are now walking around with a logo of a company on their chest that’s straight trash.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/economy/2026/07/09/why-americans-leave-workforce/90826379007/

All they need to do is come to this forum. Corporate America is abusing the workforce and then going overseas where abuse is more tolerated.

Based on the past 4 weeks, another email should be coming out soon. Maybe too many rescinded and they now need to offer it back to those that did not accept by July 2. Smh

My Manager told me last night that he had heard from the head of security that some weeks ago all our executives had a lavish meeting in Paris, France. My manager said that he was told that they all had very expensive private area dinners and other expensive perks and activities. My manager listened with a smile but he was pi---d because he has had to submit a lesser budget last year than he wanted and had team investment restrictions only to see the execs galavant to expensive places. He is pi---d because they could gone to customer restaurants here is the U.S.A. and supported our customers who invest in us. We don't have customers in Paris so what were they thinking? When my manager inquired about why they chose Paris, the head told him that he heard they did Barcelona in Spain last year. The good thing is that the head didn't go and sent someone in his place while he kicked back with a bottle of bourbon at home. You have to wonder if he chose to stay as a silent protest.

Things will not improve, they will not learn, there is no greener grass elsewhere.

The best you can do is learn to detach from all this - accept and embrace the sh-t show.

Has anyone successfully negotiated or countered the severance offer? If so, did Humana accept your counteroffer? I’d also be interested in hearing what you negotiated (such as additional pay, extended benefits, or other terms) and whether you felt the process was worthwhile.

Pilgrim's is closing the harvesting section of its Chattanooga poultry facility. This decision is part of a $75 million expansion and modernization project at its Ellijay, Georgia location. The company states this move will increase processing capacity and meet evolving consumer demands. Approximately 348 employees in Chattanooga will be affected by this closure. Pilgrim's plans to offer affected workers transfer opportunities and transition support.

Chattanooga, Tennessee

https://www.local3news.com/local-news/part-of-pilgrim-s-chicken-plant-closing-348-chattanooga-employees-may-lose-jobs/article_5e7bbdee-72bc-4a73-8643-e5d1f559ed0e.html

Does anyone have any idea what will happen to our GSC PH colleagues over the next few months?

Rogers Sports & Media has closed six radio stations across Canada. This decision resulted in the layoff of 230 employees. The company cited declining advertising revenue and shifting audience habits as reasons for the closures. Rogers will continue to operate 44 other radio stations nationwide. Affected employees shared their shock and gratitude online.

Vancouver, Calgary, Halifax, Kitchener

https://dailyhive.com/canada/rogers-closure-layoff-staff

Adventist Health has laid off over 130 employees across the Central Valley. Kern County experienced the most significant impact from these workforce reductions. The layoffs primarily affected quality, infection prevention, and risk departments. The company is actively seeking to reassign affected staff to new roles. These cuts are part of a broader organizational restructuring.

Bakersfield, CA

https://www.turnto23.com/news/in-your-neighborhood/bakersfield/adventist-health-lays-off-more-than-130-employees-across-central-valley-including-in-kern

Employees of Beef-a-Roo received notification of a company-wide layoff effective July 8. All eight locations across Rockford and surrounding areas were reportedly affected, with doors locked and signage indicating closure. The company's website also went offline. Employees were informed that severe financial constraints prevented continued operations. Final paychecks are expected as soon as funding becomes available, though the timing is uncertain.

Rockford, IL

https://www.wifr.com/2026/07/08/beef-a-roo-employees-report-company-wide-layoffs-restaurant-closures/

Anyone had NetApp admit they made a mistake getting rid of you and asked you to come back to the same role as if you never left? Didn't happen to me, but curious of others had it happen?

Everyone knows that layoffs are coming and the company is restructuring. We also know that WF has no qualms about doing so ethically or unethically. The question is, why aren't we doing everything we can to fight back? The company doesn't care if you get displaced and lose your severance. Trying to play the games leadership makes is only going to hurt everyone in the long run.

Newsflash, you're out of a job. It's no longer a matter of "if" but "when". So you can't save your package or your income here. But what you can do is document everything, practice malicious compliance, and report what you see to your local bureaus/attorney and make the restructuring process as slow and painful for the company as possible. Go to the press and submit anonymous information even.

Because if you got by the mentality of "at least it wasn't me" otherwise, then guess what. You're still going to end up laid off and then come here to complain about how "it's not fair." At least this way it forces leadership to think twice about the battles they pick. And maybe, just maybe it buys you and everyone else some time to get ahead of the curb before they start firing soon instead of complaining constantly, not doing anything about it, and then wonder why things are still toxic here.