I don't know about you, but whoever Staples is paying for their TV, radio and other produced adds is ripping off the company, what a shock! The advertisements are sophomoric humor, corny, lend no credence to the business community, and make... — read more 

Just went on here to see what's new with my former employer, just to be greeted by a huge ad for Continental Office Group 70% off all Office Furniture, this is no mistake..

https://www.thestreet.com/story/13637634/1/why-staples-will-continue-shrinking-in-america.html?puc=yahoo&cm_ven=YAHOO&yptr=yahoo There is likely to be one constant for Staples (SPLS) in coming years -- the continued shuttering of a ton of its hulking... — read more 

Staples sales rep calls me said he can save us money over Quill. Seemed strange because Staples owns Quill so why would it matter if we switched to Staples. Having had prior dealings with the people in Framingham I was very guarded. Met with him and... — read more 

Why are hours being cut and why were we not told in advance about it. I am furious with this company. Corporate is being run by a bunch of f---s

Any truth in this - please post

https://www.thestoreclosing.com/c/staples

Major layoffs in IT. Is anyone hearing major layoffs in IT. IT started to capitalize IT resources to save expense dollars. I heard this is not saving as much as Tom's budget challenge. Rumors has it no new projects and IT will just have enough people... — read more 

Just informed store need to cut 45 to 80 hours per week for month of july. Cuts based on volume. Let's pay for ronnies goodbye bonus

The worst !!

Big big changes are on the way. Tick Tock!

People being let go, characters like Otis, Vinnie, etc., a CEO who walks off with pockets full of money after destroying the company, selling garbage to unsuspecting customers, no payroll, dropping stock price, hiring at rock bottom wages, unethical... — read more 

If the Reddit posting is legit, have no clue it is, then the new management is NO BETTER. Spending this kind of money on a executive stunt is ridiculous. What would have spent on this event, again if it really happened, should have spent on more... — read more 

"There was a global leadership summit in Framingham today. Every VP and above under the sun was in town, not just from the US but also from Canada, Europe and the rest of the world. At the end of the day, Shira invited everyone (and I mean everyone... — read more 

You know it's coming. We all know it's coming. Somebody must know something. Let's hear it!

Thanks for kronos, ace, and the new chip readers. They all work like crap. It might help if you brought people from the stores into your decisions. I have used kronos at 3 other companies, and they all dropped it. Ace is far more difficult than map... — read more 

Embarrassed to have Staples on my resume.

Word to the wise, 3rd party negotiation have been finalized. My hopes are that everyone has seen the warnings and have prepared accordingly. In a sincere effort for those who have not, can those who are prepared please share your strategy?... — read more 

Let's have a Global Engagement Survey NOW!

Someone has made me aware that upper management thinks this site is just a bunch of disgruntled ex associates who have an axe to grind because of their demise. They (upper management) DO NOT feel this is representative of what current feelings are... — read more 

I appreciate the effort all of you have put into this company for so many years. It has truly made my life a pleasure. Sorry to all of those who we've had to dismiss but, you know, that's the way the cookie crumbles. Trust me all of your hard work... — read more 

Upper management shuffles the same old players from years ago and doesn't bother to hire new leaders with NEW IDEAS...

All you call center folks better start looking. Sitel will be taking all your jobs by start of 2017 according to the last CSLT. Prepare now.

Did you get stung by the .50 commision multiplier too? Bottom dwelling management screws the SAL's once again. 4th commision cut in the last 15 months. Why SAL's are leaving en masse is beyond me.

Is there really a need for an I.T. person at all the major warehouses across the U.S.? With all the downsizing you would think that they would have to shed some of the blood as well! If headcount is being reduced at the warehouses, then suffice to... — read more 

Anybody know what happened to that weasel Paul Target?

http://www.wsj.com/articles/staples-ceo-ron-sargent-to-step-down-1464727423 "Mr. Sargent made frugality a hallmark of Staples’ culture. He used to provide reports to his top-level executives naming workers who had splurged on overnight shipping or... — read more 

It's been obvious Ron needed to go for awhile, before buying OD even came up. With the stock in the gutter, the failed buyout (not even stating a case...really?) and the shareholder meeting approaching it would have been difficult not to dismiss Ron... — read more 

NICE!!!

Tell me and be frank!

Word at framingham is remaining sdo's will start to pack it up by end of September.All sdo's will be done by the end of the year.Dallas,sharon ma,and Cindy on the chopping block.Severence packages will be reneged on for cost cutting due to failed... — read more 

http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/wage-protests-shut-down-mcdonalds-headquarters/ar-BBtu6Ts?ocid=ansmsnmoney11 Date : June 14, 2016 8:00am Location: Crowne Plaza Boston-Natick 1360 Worcester Street, Natick, Massachusetts

The following is a message for all associates from Shira Goodman, President, North American Operations. Dear Staples Associates, We are announcing changes to our North American retail structure and leadership team. Steve Matyas has been appointed... — read more 

It's only a matter of time guys. Preparedness is key to you and your loved ones. Be ready!

I have heard rumors the president of Canadian retail is now reporting to Shira for all North American retail and Otis was demoted to SVP of western division . The divisional structure of US retail was cut to 2, East and West and several SVPs let go... — read more