I took a VTP in July. Under the the terms of the Layoff I was supposed to get 6 months of healthcare, 3 months of dental and 1 month of vison but no. The company administering continuation of benefits through Cobra has not sent the medical premium... — read more 

Been quiet for a couple of days now. Ah, of course, it’s the weekend. Seems this unhelpful diatribe only gets peddled during working hours - sums it up I think.

Generally, that is always the most important thing, to keep your skills up to date. At least for those who don't want to be stuck here. What are your strategies for making sure your skills don't atrophy?

All, the negative press of late is NOTHING compared to what will be disclosed soon. We will soon wish to rewind back to this week when the press is about general investigations and/or negotiations with the debt lenders. That is why any marketing... — read more 

All Avayas struggles can be attributed to disastrous leadership and without doubt over the past 10 years the bullying culture that senior leadership has cultivated. There hasn't been and isn't anyone in the top executive management line in the USA... — read more 

Avaya is doing just that, trying to live off its old glory. In the meantime, the company is increasingly stuck in the past thanks to a leadership that has no vision. Where has all the innovation gone? Where are the innovative solutions? I would... — read more 

The days when employees were rewarded for making their career in one place are long over. Staying here after the dust has settled will gain you nothing. They will ignore your loyalty and lay you off the first chance they get. These days it's all... — read more 

This was great company. When I first started working here, I couldn't have imagined that one day it would be in such sorry condition. When did it all go downhill? What are your thoughts on the worst moves that have ruined this place? I no longer... — read more 

Whispers of a deal in the pipeworks ZM is after Avaya's customer base .

Avaya's marketing team is filled with self-serving box checkers who regularly place stories that comically make statements like "Avaya is a marketing company"...ha ha ha ha. They have a bank of money they blow on falsehoods and redirection tactics... — read more 

Here in Germany I take the retirement package after many happiness years with Avaya and wish everyone good luck but I cannot see how Avaya can pays $50m+ for the 120 Avaya peoples that also take the package. Where are these payments coming from ?

Make sure to read up on the company you're applying to on this and similar pages (Glassdoor, but sort reviews by 'low,' for example). You know sites like this are where you'll get the real info and not false HR drivel. This way you can make sure you... — read more 

The job market is not ideal, but I think that the severance pay would give me enough time to find something new. Despite everything, I will wait for the severance pay. Have you noticed how they put more and more pressure on employees so that they... — read more 

We have just been informed in the UK there could be upto 50% of UK staff being made redundant. My line manager has just announced this and suggested we start applying for new roles. Not great news but expected. This will be across the board and sales... — read more 

The telecommunications firm Avaya expressed “substantial doubt” it can continue operating after reporting lower-than-expected third quarter revenue Tuesday. The beleaguered Durham-based company reported earning $577 million in the third quarter, down... — read more 

First of all, severance is not mandated by law. It's on the company if it wants to provide it or not. Second of all, most companies use bankruptcy as an excuse not to provide severance. Since there is no obligation to do it, it's an easy money saver... — read more 

Would you rather… Be laid off w/ some sort of severance Remain employed at “newly restructured Avaya” There’s got to be pros and cons of each…any one have any ideas as to what’s the best “option”?

Face it, there's no future at Avaya. No matter how things play out in the end, employees will end up screwed over. That might happen through layoffs, firings, cuts in pay and benefits, or whatever other way. But the fact is that there's no best-case... — read more 

Avaya won't have to offer severance packages after it declares bankruptcy.

Whistle blower brought the house of cards down

The waiting game is the worst. I'm a "rip the band-aid off" kind of guy and I'd prefer to just get it over with than having to wait and guess when it's going to happen and if I'll be among those notified. The wait is only increasing our stress levels... — read more 

From comments on this board, I think there would be more than enough people who would jump at an opportunity to leave with severance. I don't see why Avaya wouldn't offer voluntary buyouts before it starts implementing involuntary layoffs. This would... — read more 

We are heavily understaffed and constantly overworked. We're struggling to get things done as it is, and now they're contemplating cutting even more people? There is a point where no matter how many extra hours we work there simply won't be enough of... — read more 

When? How Many? Who? If you a good samaritan exec with some useful insights please do share. Thoughts?

It was clear the new CEO said there will be a reduction in force and it will be done quickly to offset the revenue miss. I am very concerned about my job and if I will get let go. I wanted to get your guys opinion on the town hall. What will this... — read more 

Reality ✔️ ++ Investor lawsuits ++ Potential Securities Fraud ++ All the Pay to Play Marketing schemes that mis represented Avaya Success (Avaya will have to disclose to investors who they Pay for placed spin doctor press) ++ All Leaders who were... — read more 

Switching out the CEO is not enough. The large investment groups will have investigators engaged come Monday on the financial reporting. I can't see the CFO making it out without an investigation at the very least by NYSE and SEC, and possible... — read more 

Does anyone still believe that Avaya can get back on track?

The reporting the last few quarters, and , concurrently timed, paid analyst articles, are now being exposed as most definitely skewed with many liberties, potentially fraudulent. **Reread the past 2 earnings and related analyst Pay-to-Play Industry... — read more 

Since I would like to be laid off, I am debating if it is a good idea to mention to my manager that I would like to be a target. The severance pay is not particularly generous, but it would be the best way out for me. Has anyone here tried telling... — read more 

Has anyone heard a aya didnt even bid on the federal contract? July 31st someone else will be handling the work.. couple of us in dc till end of august

I was laid off on March 1st. It was painful to be part of the casualties due to ineffective leadership. It's fascinating how long it took Avaya to take action. Please confirm that it is true?

Based on these comments, IT, spread from US to Europe, is the group who has reported job loss.Blessings to ALL of those impacted. Isn't IT a group that is commonly is impacted at a point of acquisition? Has anyone else observed the rumblings about... — read more 

The sad truth is that I'm disappointed that I wasn't laid off. Is it over with layoffs for now or will the cuts continue? Can someone give me more info?

I started looking for a new job as soon as I noticed that there was less and less work. At one point I was so embarrassed about having nothing to do I had to actually pretend to be doing something.

Yesterday a series of layoffs were done. With the numbers there is no doubt that they will continue. Package is no where near the 60 week cap so be prepared for 6-11 weeks based on years of service and level of position (of course the higher levels... — read more 

Any news?

There were a series of layoffs a few months ago including my manager. Our stock price has plummeted. Today, my theater's Executive VP was let go. Meanwhile, I've been coasting, lost between the cracks of restructuring with no manager to report to... — read more 

For superiors, we never do enough and we never try hard enough... Sometimes I wonder what they even want from employees? I did my best and still got criticized for having to get more involved. Realizing there is nothing more I could do I started... — read more