Thread regarding BP PLC layoffs

Both views are correct, EOI is just a way to ask the staff questions regarding their future employment.

The question could be "your job is going, which of these new jobs would you prefer?" or, as in this case, it could be "would you like to take the severance package and leave BP".

It's a commitment from the employee, but not from the company.

EOI was used differently five years ago. It was to "express your interest in an unfilled position". Things have changed.

ummm that is completely wrong sorry. EOI is 'expression of interest' to leave bp! So taking the severance package.

EOI is "Expression of Interests". In the past, when a new organization was rolled out. It could be partially populated by people already. These include ones who never wanted that role in the first place. At that time, if you didn't want it, you can leave, but no severance package. But this lady left anyway. For the unpopulated positions, one can EOI it. Whoever is in charge will then decide whether you're well matched for the role. If you're not, and you can't get a position, you're on the list to leave.

What is EOI?

It has always been based on favouritism. This is nothing new. Mediocre is acceptable. What is important is if the employee drinks with you, goes to your church or social community, lives in your neighborhood, has the “image” that leadership wants, etc. It’s all superficial and social. It always has been this way and it always will be. If you want to advance at BP, you have to be the “right kind of person.” If you are capable, but you’re not the “right kind of person” then you won’t advance. That’s why when a new CEO takes over everyone freaks out and maneuvers to keep their job. Everyone at bp knows what turns on the new regime. Take a look at the people who are being forced out and the people who are being promoted in their place. It’s not about capability. Capability is equal. Even leadership admits it - read the glowing and flattering “retirement” announcements. It’s not about capability - it’s about “image.” And if you don’t fit the new image, then you are out. It’s nothing personal. It’s “business.” Right Bernard?

That inside tip about EOIs doesn’t sound reliable. Why have one if management was planning to reject them all?

Very surprisingly there won’t be enough ready to go with the EOI and plans to severe the necessary balance are happening now. Criteria based on last 2 years of performance reviews plus ethical compliance. This will help create a very agreeable workforce. Yet we all know it’s actually based on the subjective favoritism of the choosers. So much for the good ole days when talent, skill, experience and free expression of opposing views were somewhat appreciated.

Well, they already have asked Level F through A to do the EOI. There’s no way of knowing what they do after you submit your preference though.