The culture at HP has taken a troubling turn, resembling a top-down leadership style that's stifling collaboration and innovation. Take a look at Enterprise Operations and the environment Ernest is cultivating. He and his direct reports operate from... — read more
Should CREWS be laid off?
This is a genuine question but what do they actually do outside of organize useless events and waste company money? We’re all on pins and needles hoping our boss doesn’t schedule a surprise 1 on 1, but they’re out there frolicking in the grass hiding... — read more
CW Furloughs 2025
When are the extra furloughs coming? I could really use a vacation.
Dell, HP Face 2025 Profit Wipeout From Tariffs, Analyst Says
In a note released Thursday, Morgan Stanley analyst Erik Woodring said the reciprocal tariffs were calamitous to the IT hardware industry, given all the hardware products sold into the U.S. are now subject to a 25%-54% import tax... — read more
Asked to resign or convert to CW
What should I do?
Wild cOinCIdEnCe: 2 Medtronic Officers employed in C-Suite.
Firstly the CFO who failed wildly for the last 3 years under Geoff Martha's leadership, and then the CHRO who swore black and blue while leaving Medtronic that Apple would be her last job before retiring and that in fact she had planned to retire at... — read more
Rancho Bernardo Closure
I'm now hearing that HP is closing its Rancho Bernardo office now, instead of in October as previously planned-and is simultaneously laying off any employees who refuse to relocate to the company's other office in the Bay Area. Can anyone confirm?
I just got a raise
HOORAY!
HP AEM today
That was a load of cr-p. Enrique avoided as much as possible the WFR topic, his answer being so ambiguous. These 2000 extra people to be fired are on top of the original number from 3 years ago, but he tried to hide behind it. And the cr-p with "it's... — read more
Apologies For The CREWS AEM Call Last Week
I would like to begin by expressing my sincere apologies for the lack of professionalism shown to DS on his final day at the office. The overall tone of the interaction was disappointing, and I was personally disheartened by the lack of respect shown... — read more
Advice from people who have gone through past cycles. Independent member-supported.
If you know someone who is dealing with possible layoff or retirement, pass them this note. The independent, member-supported HP Alumni Association has pragmatic advice from people who have gone through past cycles. https://www.hpalumni.org/leaving... — read more
HP to Trim Up to 2,000 More Jobs in Expanded Cost-Cutting Push
HP Inc. said it would lay off up to 2,000 more employees as part of a continuing cost-cutting plan, bringing the total number of job cuts under the restructuring to as many as 9,000. The computer and printer maker on Thursday said it would save an... — read more
WFRs west coast and opportunities go to those in the downsized area
Title says it WFRs on thr west coast today and noticing how opportunities in growth areas are being given to people from divested businesses. This means no actual job posting or opportunity for most of HP. If you were recently laid off or thinking... — read more
Proud HP Employee
In light of all the negativity around here I would like to stand out as an employee who is grateful for being a CW on the software enginering/web development team. I've been here for almost five years now and I never have to worry about being laid... — read more
Current metrics-look at the sustainability report
Check what we have shared publicly the 2023 sustainability report...the next one should be published this year. Until this gets updated I'd say these are the goals and have been the goals for a few years. All to enable more equitable outcomes... — read more
What Are Our DEI Metrics Now?
I have a few questions I hope you can help clarify: Could someone please provide an update on whether we currently have any DEI metrics, and if so, what they are? Can someone clarify what the current definition of a "diversity employee" is?... — read more
Ernest F2F - Tuesday, February 18
I spoke with my boss last night, and they mentioned that the atmosphere was very uncomfortable. Ernest's leadership style isn’t working. According to them, everyone was just nodding along, agreeing that things were moving in the right direction and... — read more
Why Does Ernest Immediately Crawl In His Hole When He Gets To The Office
Has anyone else observed that Ernest consistently closes his office door upon arrival and refrains from engaging with colleagues, particularly the white men in the office? This behavior seems peculiar. JJ appears to be exhibiting similar conduct. It... — read more
Any Updates On Boise?
Getting really concerned that Boise is the next to go after SD closes this year. Anyone know what's going there? Perhaps I missed an announcement about the Boise campus.
Q1 Was Bad, Q2 Is Looking Worse, Q3 WFRs, Q4 What's Left
After careful consideration, I have decided to part ways with HP. I am currently exploring the possibility of WFRing myself, which would allow me to exit the company with some financial compensation. I joined HP in 2020 and have found it to be one of... — read more
We Have A 20% Tasking Exercise Coming And A WFR Target of 15%
I am in Palo Alto and got a gut punch update from my boss today. This has been presented to our ELT. He said this is severely needed and many groups are still bloated. I just hope our CEO says no to this proposal and that we have been through to... — read more
Moving back home with my parents
Anybody else in the same boat after being laid off? I feel like such a loser.
Censorship
All the good posts on here get deleted. There was a good one about how racist Ernest is but now it’s gone. I think we should all make a discord or skype group to talk and assimilate in a more efficient way. Anonymous, of course.
Attention HP Amstelveen Employees: Don’t miss out on your severance rights!
It has come to my attention that some employees in the HP Amstelveen (Netherlands) office still haven’t received their severance pay package, even a month after their last working day. If you’re among the employees set to be laid off soon, here’s... — read more
Layoffs mean no opportunity for promotion
With HP laying off and eliminating managers, directors and senior directors positions, what opportunity is there for growth? Only way to get promoted is if someone leaves. Not much of an incentive to stick around.
Biden administration awards 50 million to HP
That’s how great the company is.
CW Web Developers still in the clear
I still have my job
How's the 4000-6000 headcount reduction promised in Nov 2022 holding up?
When the quarterly results came out in Nov 2022, it was announced that HP would reduce workforce by 4000-6000 over the next three years. We are now well into the third year, so I want to know if there are some numbers on the progress of this planned... — read more
January 2025 Layoffs
I am hearing chatter of many people getting laid off today. What is everyone else hearing? Looks like supply chain got hit pretty hard.
Does anyone enjoy working here?
I am genuinely curious. This is a mid tech company at best, seems like we get shafted on bonus and merit increases. What’s everyone else’s opinion? Consumers don’t even think about HP.
Next VIA survey
My boss somehow knew it's me who left answers?? Surveys in companies often seem biased due to poor question design, limited answer options, fear of repercussions, management influence, sampling bias, cultural pressures, or selective data... — read more
All your bonus this year went to Lores and the C-Suite
Enrique Lores, President and CEO of HP Inc. (NYSE:HPQ), recently executed a significant stock sale as part of a pre-established trading plan. On December 9, Lores sold 137,094 shares of common stock at an average price of $36.45, amounting to a total... — read more
Next eXeCuTivE to leave
Ludgate is leaving. Who do you guys think is next? I’m hoping it’s Ernest (idk his last name) or Alex Cho.
When HP’s Promises Go Poof: The Tale of Severance Gone Silent
Imagine this: you've just finished running a marathon. Not just any marathon, but a decade-long sprint of dedication, late nights, endless Zoom calls, and “just one more slide for the deck” requests. You finally cross the finish line—exhausted but... — read more
CW furlough
That time of the year again. I hope I just get laid off this time.
NO BONUS EMAIL
Hey everyone. Here’s the email every employee got the day before Thanksgiving! Cheers! Yesterday HP announced results for FY2024, and Enrique talked about our strong momentum and his confidence heading into FY25. He also described how profitability... — read more
HP is failing
HP is failing. Did everyone get that terrible email on Wednesday? Our reputation is sinking too.
MANDATES BACK TO OFFICE
Some Reading employees, including myself, are now required to come to the office. Does this apply globally, or is it just here?
HP Layoffs 2025
Share any updates you may have about HP layoffs? Any chatter, news or rumors?
LAYOFFS ANNOUNCEMENT
New layoffs will be announced this month. However if you are a web developer then you will be safe because HP needs all the help they can get from these folks during this time of the year.