Hearing HP looking to buy KM? Any truth?
When?
Everybody is talking about coming layoffs but nobody is mentioning when. Does anybody know?
Hammer To Fall
It’s coming everyone, the WFR hammer is going to drop soon for FTEs and CWs. Poor earnings, stock price tanking, super costly corporate acquisition, major rumors of campuses being turned to ghost towns, and other signposts all point to a volatile... — read more
Workload isn't distributed fairly
While some barely manage to get everything done on time despite years of experience, others barely do anything at all. I have a colleague who no longer even tries to pretend to be doing anything. This is not only unfair, but also a great... — read more
What's Going On With HP's Boise, San Diego & Other Campuses?
Has anyone heard about the status of HP moving out from the Boise, San Diego, Ft. Collins, and possibly other locations? I've heard vague rumors over the last 1-2 years but nothing recently. FYI - The Boise campus has become nearly deserted. Really... — read more
No CTO org anymore
From what I heard, the whole CTO organisation is cut. People and teams are moved in BUs. Is that true?
Anxious about cuts
I am referring to the thread below in which the person writes about getting laid off. Morale is very bad, the atmosphere is tense, so I can only hope that there won't be big cuts soon. Does anyone have any insights?
Are CW Full Stack Web Developers Less Likely To Be Laid Off?
Been working at HP for about four years prior to the pandemic as a full stack web developer under an indefinite contract through a couple staffing firms, and I’m still here. Do you think this is a fair indication that my role is somewhat “recession... — read more
Just got Laid off at HP
Got the word in earlier today that my position is no longer in the books for HP. Seems like they are trying to make their end of the fiscal year numbers a bit better for the shareholders.
Enormous pressure
I don't know about you, but ever since I started working here a few years ago, I have never been under more pressure than lately. Anyone else? I assume that it is a tactic to get as many people as possible to leave voluntarily... I think that... — read more
Coming layoff announcement on result release day
It's coming. Massive reorg/layoff Will be announced on result release date end Aug.
Spouse current HP
Was told 10% work force budget cut across HP and CW's.
Waiting for EER
Bring it back already. I have enough of this place.
Contractor Furloughs
Hello, I am an full-time employee at HP. I joined the company under one year ago. Today our manager informed us that half my team (who are contractors) will be furloughed for the month of September. I was surprised to hear about this since I though... — read more
Apple bought HP San Diego site, how long until they kick them?
Apple bought HP San Diego that was owned by real state company. HP sold the site a few years ago to said real state company and was leasing 2 buildings. The lease is expiring in 2023. The question everyone is asking is if Apple will kick HP out? Or... — read more
There is still a lot of talent here
Yes, I think that HP still, despite everything, has a lot of capable, good employees, but the question is how long it will last until they also leave. Is this leadership able to do anything to retain them? Maybe it's already too late for HP... — read more
Rumors floating around HP about migration of HQ
Currently, at the Houston site, no one has access to the top floor of the second building. There is some NDA activity going on but according to security, there is some renovation going on. Hmm... Well a couple of months ago, my coworker from Palo... — read more
Stepping stone or...
This place served as a stepping stone for me. I immediately knew that I would not stay here for long, that I would only stay until I gained a little more experience and upgraded my skills. It surprises me how many people say that they completely... — read more
Going to a non-tech industry
I saw here many people writing that after their experience at HP they switched to a non-tech industry. I'm actually thinking about it myself. However, it would feel very odd because I have been in this industry for a long time. That's why I... — read more
Transferring to another position in HP
I saw several negative comments here about trying to make a transfer to another position in HP. Are there any positive experiences?
It would take a miracle
This company no longer resembles the one where I started working. I'm counting the days until retirement and I'm looking forward to it. I don't believe that this place will ever be even close to what it was before. I wonder what kind of miracle is... — read more
Work furloughs are back
It has been 2 years since my last 10 day work furlough at HP. I am a CW and since 2018 there have been yearly work furloughs. Most of them are 10 days per quarter, either once or twice a year. This time I got a one week notice of the first work... — read more
I have to admit I didn't expect not being on LinkedIn's Top 25 IT Companies
I know... I know... But still, it's a shame what this company has become when compared to its glorious past. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/top-companies-2022-technology-information-linkedin-news/
Recession Coming, Look out HP!
Economists all agree that we’re well on our way into a recession, and everything we’re seeing with the high inflation and stock market drops bear this out. This is going to take a toll on hiring and could especially lead to more job losses in the... — read more
Xerox acquisition incoming
by end of fourth
I'm looking forward to reading the earning report today
It's always a good indicator of how the next three months will go, especially in regards to layoffs. From what I've been reading so far, things look good and there will be no need for any cuts once again. I'm one of the few people who still enjoy... — read more
Sometimes its's necessary to take some risks
Taking risks after careful planning are sometimes necessary for every company. But our leadership seem allergic to taking risks? Unfortunately, I don't see how this company can achieve any goals without it which means that HP will just keep on... — read more
Xerox Buyout
Are we hearing of any Xerox buyout coming? I saw an article that says it’s very likely. Anyone hear of this type of chatter?
March layoffs
"Husband and all the others in group were laid off today. Yesterday was business as usual and today the call came." I read this in the comments, it was posted about two weeks ago. It nearly gave me a heart attack. What's going on? I haven't heard... — read more
This doesn't look that bad
HP Inc. is expected* to report earnings on 02/28/2022 after market close. The report will be for the fiscal Quarter ending Jan 2022. According to Zacks Investment Research, based on 6 analysts' forecasts, the consensus EPS forecast for the quarter... — read more
Why is HP no longer innovative?
I don't have many complaints, but if someone asked me what I despise the most about this company - I would say that one of the things is that this is no longer an innovative company. I wonder where all the innovation has gone here?
Is it getting any better?
The last time I visited this forum was more than half a year ago, when I left the company. In the meantime, several more of my close colleagues have left. Nothing seems to be getting better here? I would love to go back just for one day to see what... — read more
Toxic culture and environment to its very core
Nepotism and cronyism are rampant throughout the company, from the lowest to the highest level. This means there is no chance of any upward mobility unless you know the right people. Don't even get me started on pay disparity. I've been here for four... — read more
HP ranked #10 company in the world by the Drucker Institute
https://www.drucker.institute/2021-drucker-institute-company-ranking/
HP Layoffs 2022
Is this going to be an interesting year as it relates to HP layoffs? Any chatter, news or rumors?
What’s the deal with the layoffs in India?
Lately on LinkedIn (for the last two months), I see a lot of people commenting on Enrique’s posts protesting about layoffs in India and calling for an HP boycott. What is that about?
Analyst Recommends HP to Buy Xerox
As a Xerox employee, I am begging you to buy Xerox and get rid of all corporate officers. They are a cancer called incompetence that is destroying a company that still has much to... — read more
It has started
The Workday invites CA employees to enter their vaccination status. Class action anyone?
Bank of America Contract
Is anyone aware of the status of the contract renewal with the Bank of America?
HP Inc. Puerto Rico ceasing operations
It's official: HP Inc. Puerto Rico will be ceasing operations starting November of this year and ending on April 2022. Severance will equal 3 months salary plus two weeks per year, up to a maximum of 9 months (or basically, up to a years salary for... — read more