https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-ochieng-aa47b4363?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

As an employee that came from Zix, this makes me sad. Zix built a world class email encryption product with brand recognition throughout the cybersecurity sector. Now it under Webroot which is security software that comes as a free trial when you... — read more 

Over the past few years, OpenText employees—some of the hardest-working professionals I’ve ever known—have been treated with shocking disregard. We’ve seen: • Long-tenured employees laid off with minimal severance and no appreciation. • Workers... — read more 

“Stay committed and you’ll get a cash award.” “Deliver results and your bonus is secure.” Then the layoff hits. Everything vanishes. No early exit. No negotiation. No respect. Just empty promises and locked calendars. Mark talks about values. What... — read more 

Yep. Mark is putting all his chips(no not potato chips) on AI.

It sounds like absent an acquisition they need to raise some cash. What else do you think they might jettison? Someone said Cybersecurity. Does that include the MF stuff, Carbonite/Zix, Encase or all the above? Fax Modernization? Group wise? I just... — read more 

Wow - we think we have all the answers, but we aren’t doing this internally… do as I say, not as I do https://www.opentext.com/en/media/ebook/7-myths-about-ai-and-cloud-busted-ebook-en.pdf

https://youtu.be/yixtalJ0R9o?si=0rMPl48ZRFWhKQTc

I try to call the HR number in my separation materials but no one answers, nor do they reply to email. I no longer have access to TalentCentral. I don't need my paystubs from Ceridian/Dayforce because that was for 2024 only, I need my pay at the... — read more 

https://securityaffairs.com/141157/security/opentext-critical-flaws.html?amp

https://betakit.com/opentext-makes-ai-number-one-priority-as-company-slashes-1600-jobs/ “The work still needs to be done, it’s just going to be done with a machine via AI,” Barrenechea said. “AI is a step function to be able to reduce expenses in... — read more 

https://www.sap.com/canada/documents/2025/02/1288d9d0-f57e-0010-bca6-c68f7e60039b.html Wonder if OpenText, Syniti (currently owned by CapGemini) and Tricentus (currently owned by Insight Partners) are possible acquisitions by SAP

I did not pay attention are there more layoffs? do we have another round?

New facts: 1000 backfill positions from WFR cancelled Pending offers cancelled No new computers for development until July No travel Most have given up, don't care Trying to make July numbers

The net 2k approved by board on 4/29/25 is complete. It was made up of the 1,200 original from July 2024 with 800 added back overseas net 400, and the 1600 just completed. ☑️ . The only remaining are select management, and those who were notified... — read more 

"Given OpenText's positioning as a global company with worldwide operations, to what extent is the business actually impacted by recent U.S. tariff changes? While OpenText emphasizes its global diversification as insulation against regional economic... — read more 

Is that to be a strictly management round or did I misunderstand?

Is anyone else completely floored by how BRAZENLY our execs are lying about our "AI strategy"? Like, are they serious with this BS? In the earnings call, Mark went on and on about "AI First" and how we're an "AI-led organization" as if we're some... — read more 

He did grow the product stack through acquisitions. But he is now like a Christmas Tree still in the living room after January 6th. Time to go. Maybe he should go lead Tesla, I think they are looking for a new CEO and the factory employees in... — read more 

I am new here and I am coming to know about the layoff. I saw some posts and I wanted to say few things. Impacted team peoples are still staying and helping us. They are giving KT with patience and showed big professionalism. After getting message... — read more 

Here is the future of OpenText per ChatGPT: As we stand at the forefront of a rapidly evolving technological landscape, OpenText has the opportunity to redefine its operational framework and set a new standard in our industry. To achieve this, we... — read more 

Is going all-in on Bitcoin a better strategy than implementing massive layoffs? Maybe it's time to take a page from Michael Saylor's playbook.

The layoffs didn’t rescue the stock — they just slowed the decline. The stock price has essentially returned to where it was a decade ago. After acquiring a company two years back, the combined market cap now nearly equals the acquisition price... — read more 

It feels like any day could be the last one you spend working alongside your coworkers. When you're laid off, the separation is sudden—you lose access to everything and everyone connected to the company in an instant. So, what would you say to your... — read more 

Shake my head. How tone deaf can you be, OpenText? "For me, it’s the little things that really help, like stepping outside for some fresh air". Well, for me, it's the little things like a strong ELT, realistic, achievable product goals... — read more 

I don't think he did, he's busy with his feet up in business class flying to random countries like he's on vacation. Time for a chat with HR, Mark...

Mark Barrenesh-t, how do you sleep at night? Ether in your CPAP?

Humanist, eternal optimist, technologist, long-time mentor and pupil. “If you want to build a ship, do not drum up the people to gather wood, divide the work, and give orders. Instead, teach them to yearn for the vast and endless sea.”—The Little... — read more 

Is Ireland a centre of excellence?

Who is Roger Painter Chief Executive at Google? https://www.linkedin.com/in/roger-painter-4a081b363?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

https://seekingalpha.com/article/4780535-open-text-corporation-otex-q3-2025-earnings-call-transcript

How worried should I be?

I know a ton of us are job hunting, including those freshly laid off. What companies are worth looking into? And for those who already left, where’d you land? Help a desperate soul out, please. I can't find anything that's offering even half decent... — read more 

It's disappointing to see a former OT employee criticizing the CEO on LinkedIn, suggesting that the positive Q3 earnings report is primarily the result of recent mass layoffs

Two thousand employees are going to be laid off. I'm treating each day as if it's my last with my amazing coworkers—feels like I could be let go at any moment. I saw the CEO’s email, and he’s blaming the year-over-year decline entirely on tariffs... — read more 

Huge WFR coming with notifications in May and June, with leaders who are being made redundant already aware. They will stay on for a period from now until June 30 to help with transition, and also as a way for the Company to provide them with... — read more 

https://youtu.be/LIpdU5L5AE4?si=7zjX522UbaHQ45tp

“Sometimes you just need a hammer!” Mark & Nic F19 Q1 Town Hall (August 2018)

Already doing great things! https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/rob-magazine/article-and-the-award-for-best-executive-in-a-supporting-role-goes-to/

Don’t believe the hype. 25.1 is a joke.