Topics regarding layoffs at Sungard Availability Services

Topics regarding layoffs at Sungard Availability Services

What if (Comdisco}

I was with Comdisco prior to it being taken over by SG. Wonder what would have happened with the company if NP wouldn't have managed it down the sh-----. They treated their employees well, over time paid time and a half and countless other benefits... — read more 

Today Broke Me

I try to work hard to support the customers we have left and the good employees trying to help them, but we have soo many horrible employees it's impossible. From sales teams driven by managers who don't give an F%$# about what is suitable for the... — read more 

The US layoff process is unnecessarily mortifying.

The layoff process in the US is heartless and brutal. I was told with zero emotion. Not even a thank you for the many years I worked hard for the company. My a--ho-e manager gave me less than five minutes to gather my things and badgered me the... — read more 

Lol

Upper upper upper management is a joke the only thing they're trying to sell is you on believing they're trying to sell product

Did you have a feeling you were going to be cut?

Some say they got notices about layoffs completely unexpectedly, and I knew long ago that I would be told that I am no longer needed here. The behavior of the manager had changed greatly and I had a great sense of what was to come. You should... — read more 

They didn’t even bother to try to prevent layoffs?

Unfortunately, I don’t think they even bothered to try to prevent layoffs. It always happens, people think that there is a way and that if they try harder, they will be able to keep their jobs. On the other hand, those at the top don't seem to care... — read more 

To believe or not?

As an employee of SG - the animals are running the zoo. So many things day-to-day that I could comment on. Believe it or not, there's still a core group of people who care and they handle the issues that they can. That being said, it feels like a... — read more 

Can there be more layoffs today?

I'm newish here, so I'm not sure how layoffs work. In other companies I worked for, Friday was never a layoffs day. I don't know why, but that was simply the way things were. Is it the same case with Sungard? Or is there a chance that we might see... — read more 

Layoff day

Another day, another lay off. My number came up today. Box coming tomorrow. Relieved to be out of the sinking ship, but feel for my coworkers and friends leaving behind.

Must be that bad

Don't think anyone posts anymore, because it's old news. Move on people nothing new to see here.

Our products

It seems to me that those at the top care more about everything other than having a product that someone would want to buy? They don't seem to have any vision at all. Without a good product it is impossible to hope for anything good. It is sad how... — read more 

People looking for work here now

Looking for a new job has become a priority for me, because the situation here, at least for me, has become unbearable. I know a lot of people who send applications and who, like me, can’t wait to leave this company. I would like to know what people... — read more 

Joke

More layoffs more lost customer's and upper management says nothing. Except here is your pink slip!! What is next? Can't be good. But then again it's irrelevant.

Layoffs

Another today. I was let go. Bye and thanks for nothing.

Right on time

Just heard from former SGaS co-workers. Today was another round and they are telling them there will, of course, be another one in August.

Trying to save a job

I ask out of curiosity: is anyone trying to keep their job in this joke of a company? It’s nice to go to a better company, but I can’t believe that those who are expecting layoffs and have no other option are not even trying to keep their current... — read more 

Final words from One Positive Guy

Fellow Sungardians (Past and Present) I felt the need to post one final time as some have requested. The reason for my absence is that I am no longer with SGAS and did not want to continue to post as I felt it would be disingenuous. I was given... — read more 

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I miss the old days

I miss the days when people were not jumping for joy if they found a new job and were able to leave this place. It wasn't always like this. I remember when people actually liked coming to work and were not daydreaming about being laid off. It makes... — read more 

I’m less and less worried about getting laid off

There are more and more rumors of imminent layoffs, but I try not to worry at all. This is just a shadow of the former company anyway. I prepared myself mentally that I could very easily be the target. Everyone I know who got laid off earlier says... — read more 

Layoffs

I just got let go by SunGardas, hold on. I was only there for 6 years but some co workers that were let go had many more.

Talents who are wasting away but wish to remain

Although there are fewer and fewer of them in SG, there are still many talented people. I’m quite sure some of them are better quality employees than those who have years of experience here. I'm struggling to understand their decision to stay here?... — read more 

No trust in Sungard

I worked for SG for over 12 years. I watched the company go down the drain failing to keep up with competitors while charging a premium. I saw customers leave in droves for better solutions and better pricing. I watched SG lay off their Sr. Engineers... — read more 

Trying to be productive while worrying about layoffs?

My job here has been reduced to constantly thinking about when the next round of layoffs is and whether I will be axed this time. In the meantime, I am totally demotivated to work. How can you be fully productive if you constantly have to think about... — read more 

Is the situation improving?

I was laid off back in December. In the meantime, I found another job, not that great but still better than what I had at Sungard. If I wasn’t laid off, I would probably have left on my own, because a lot of people were already missing and I was... — read more 

Sales

Sales so far this quarter are dismal, the numbers are not close. Going to take a miracle in the next two quarters. Somehow they will put a twist on it.. let's hope for better days.

This is exhausting

I'm so tired of having to worry about my job every single day. I can't even relax on the weekends anymore! It seems like the company is determine to outsource or offshore every single one of us. I understand that every job is stressful in some way... — read more 

Essential personnel.

Complete and total disregard for DCO. People get Covid like crazy and not a word from above. Just keep coming in. Don't worry if you get covid you can use your vacation time while the rest of us stay home. You should all be ashamed for the way you... — read more 

Is this Kickoff Helping you?

I am curious if this kickoff is giving you more confidence in leadership and future? what are your thoughts on what you heard?

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| 2600 views | | 13 replies (last January 14, 2021)
Post ID: @OP+18S185mm

Holiday wishes!

With MR donating the cash saved from ridiculous garbage like stupid holiday parties to the Red Cross, can we assume our raises are going/went to the same place? BOY AM I EXCITED FOR THE ALL-BUNS-ON-TOILET SALES KICKOFF SUMMER CLEARANCE MARCH... — read more 

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| 2240 views | | 5 replies (last December 26, 2020)
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After 8+ years

I’ve always been hesitant to move on. I enjoyed working with my coworkers and have gotten comfortable over the years. Luckily, I’ve made sure to broaden my skill set and keep my networking active because you never know what can happen here. So when I... — read more 

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| 2380 views | | 6 replies (last December 22, 2020)
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My heart goes out

I am sorry for everyone that has been affected by this round of layoffs. I know it was unexpected - it is always unexpected when you are the one who has been impacted. I wish all of my colleagues who survived nothing but the best and I hope others... — read more 

Bi-monthly layoffs

Is it just me, or have we been having what amount to be bi-monthly layoffs this year? It's not exactly two months between each round, but we've had cuts at least five times so far this year. Will this ever stop? How deep do they plan to cut? Will... — read more 

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| 1921 views | | 4 replies (last December 13, 2020)
Post ID: @OP+18l3EG74

Is it done???

I haven't heard anything about more layoffs today, does it mean we were done yesterday?

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| 1970 views | | 6 replies (last December 13, 2020)
Post ID: @OP+18kEzBGl

the Layoff today

Can we talk about what groups were laid off .... or general people like a senior director .

This ship is sinking fast.

Sites are shutting down, assets are being sold and now, the annual happy holiday layoffs ...which will continue. This company doesn't give a sh– about its employees. If you're smart, you'll get out now.

Happy Thanksgiving to all sunguarders new and old

Have a great extended weekend and enjoy all of the merriment and family time wherever possible. First course of action on Monday morning should be ‘ I need to get my resume/cv updated and out there pronto ‘. Sungard Hunting season is now... — read more 

Are we done with November cuts?

Are we sure everybody has been notified and there'll be no more cuts next week? Do we even have any idea how many were let go in this round and what departments were hit other than IT? There just seems to be so little information available that I... — read more 

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