Topics regarding layoffs at Teradata Corp.

Topics regarding layoffs at Teradata Corp.

Layoffs happened the last week of August 2018

Once again another layoff. Unlike March 2018 which was about 10% of the consulting/PS team (60 0ut of 600) , this one seems smaller and more stealth like. You find out when someone's email bounces or word of mouth. In the last 2 years this is # 6 or... — read more 

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| 2630 views | | 8 replies (last September 18, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+V0uFT9S

No future at Teradata

Give it up and just start looking for another job. TD is a one product company, and that product is over three decades old. Lund et al are playing on the brand recognition and selling the notion that TD is a going concern in hopes of a fat payday if... — read more 

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| 4070 views | | 7 replies (last September 11, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+USUt7AF

Layoffs and Hiring H1-Bs from India

What's up with hiring more and more H-1Bs from India after the layoffs. Sadly, it feels like company is infested with H-1Bs after kicking out many Americans. I hate to see many of my friends lost the job and instead of hiring them back we hire more... — read more 

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| 1740 views | | 3 replies (last August 26, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+UME5iRH

march 31st 2019 TD ohio jobs moving to india

Great plan Mr. Lund. You sure thought about the company. Now we can really save money and screw our orders and customers.. and they can to talk to someone in India and explain them why flex f’d up the order. Talk about loyality. Does Vic Lind... — read more 

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| 1694 views | | 3 replies (last August 22, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+UIGNbdt

Laid-off in the past year (2018)?

In previous posts, someone mentioned creating a Facebook Group in order gather and communicate information. I was a part of the March 2018 Layoff and have taken the initiative to setup a private group communication as an initial step. I have created... — read more 

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| 1800 views | | 2 replies (last August 19, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+Ukrh96n

2018 H1B Visas Hired By Teradata

Employer: Teradata | Job Title: Solution Architect | Base Salary: 143000 | Location:Atlanta, GA | Submit Date: 2018/02/27 | Start Date: 2018/03/05 Employer: Teradata | Job Title: Senior Software Engineer | Base Salary: 121160 | Location:Austin, TX |... — read more 

Layoffs in Dayton?

I heard the Vic is coming to Dayton for a big all hands meeting for all employees. Is this the beginning of the end for Dayton???

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| 2130 views | | 4 replies (last June 6, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+TwkTjHf

Heads up

The motives behind these firings look a bit fishy. Employees fired here are being replaced by cheaper h1b candidates brought from India. That indicates a potential abuse and manipulation. Bringing candidates for replacement is not legal. Some of us... — read more 

Should I join TeraData?

I will work as Software Test Engineer at TeraData on Viewpoint product. I am not sure about overall outlook for this group/product and I heard many test engineers were laid off at TeraData in past. Can someone advise, please?

One more reorganization at Teradata

I've been hearing lately that we are gearing for another reorganization later this year. Does anybody here have more info on that? We all know that reorganization is just a fancy name for layoffs, so I'd like to be prepared if they are about to hit... — read more 

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| 2910 views | | 3 replies (last January 26, 2019)
Post ID: @OP+T4UnkI8

Severance Payouts ?

Has anyone from the 3/23/18 Layoff actually received their payout? Most companies will payout their Severance agreements within 24 hours of signatures... however TD has yet to provide payout on the signed Severance agreements. Since Severance... — read more 

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| 1490 views | | 2 replies (last April 23, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+SMlPDSK

Bases for ageism suit?

One of the affected employees told me the number was 300. All of them older well comprensated highly experienced people. From what I saw, this seems like exactly what happened. Considering that it looks like older employees were specifically targeted... — read more 

Think Big Toast

Looks like the roasting process just got started. This won’t be the last.

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Post ID: @OP+SqXwm9T

What's the final number?

Do we finally know what's the final number of people who were laid off last week? And while on the subject, do we know for sure it is done, or should we be worried more layoffs will be incoming sometime this week? This whole never knowing if layoffs... — read more 

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| 1732 views | | 1 reply (April 4, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+Sp316Lr

More info on layoffs

Layoffs were the heaviest in PS, lots of consultants and Client Directors.... Severance was ironically based on "Job Level" (considering the new leveling transformation). Very poor package provided, especially now that no vacation time is paid out... — read more 

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Post ID: @OP+Sm8XFiv

Teradata died when Mike left

Teradata used to be an excellent company to work for, but somewhere down the line, they sold their soul (around 2013/2014, I think). I know because I was there from the start (when they were a division of NCR). Mike Koehler was the absolute best... — read more 

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| 2270 views | | 4 replies (last April 12, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+RSoD14d

Job leveling?

anyone know about this job leveling project that's underway? How will this impact employees? Good or bad? Seems like an opportunity for them to pay their people less money.

How does this help us?

Over the years I’ve experienced Teradata’s struggle with maintaining any type of long-term focus or steering us into any type of strategic direction. We seem to be going through an identity crisis. I understand change is difficult, but how can that... — read more 

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| 1890 views | | 3 replies (last February 9, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+RqzbFDo

Teradata Hiring Discrimination Against Black Americans

Interviewed in San Diego back in March of this year and also went to the San Francisco Bay area to meet with some people. At the same time a Caucasian friend with lesser skills also interviewed. We planned this because we had heard that Teradata HR... — read more 

Petty management

I work at Teradata full-time. It’s a great job if you enjoy traveling or want to get your feet wet. That aside, Management leaves a lot to be desired. There is an undeniable shortage of training in their position, coupled with their lack of people... — read more 

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| 1751 views | | 2 replies (last December 24, 2017)
Post ID: @OP+QKeBSqm

Why are people here so resistant to change?

Seriously, why is change such a bad word here? Why is it still acceptable in this day and age to continue doing things that can be improved so easily the same old way just because those near the top who've been with Teradata for several decades... — read more 

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| 1763 views | | 4 replies (last February 9, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+QHqI1zN

Bonus in times of reductions?

So hear that there was "good" bonuses for upper CS leaders. Best in years...?? Does this make any sense? Is it even bonus time?

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| 2051 views | | 3 replies (last December 6, 2017)
Post ID: @OP+Qp8Taws

Hearing more layoffs are coming before year end

After several "re-orgs" that included recently terminating multiple highly successful individuals in Sales (something most companies would never do), the word is that there is yet another round of layoffs coming in the next 45 days ahead of the New... — read more 

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| 2980 views | | 4 replies (last February 8, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+Q7kMbbI

New Unlimited Vacation Policy

No more accrued vacation time starting on January 2018. The new business strategy is to keep the teams perpetually understaffed and so it will be difficult to take vacation.

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| 2582 views | | 5 replies (last November 9, 2017)
Post ID: @OP+PYMYqug

CS

Is virtual CS area going to see some reductions as well?

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Post ID: @OP+PPgkFH9

Teradata Layoffs 2018

It's hard to see things getting better - are we going to have job reductions in corporate in Dayton.

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| 4180 views | | 3 replies (last December 14, 2017)
Post ID: @OP+PLqvh5H

Did Teradata hire a career counseling & placement agency?

I got a mail from this career counseling and placement agency to help me in my transition. Its surprising to see this is happening after about 3 wees of firing. Teradata never told about it. Agency is directly reaching to me. Is this a genuine thing?... — read more 

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| 1892 views | | 1 reply (September 25, 2017)
Post ID: @OP+PohMIZR

Severance Package Violations?

Disclaimer: Per severance package agreement, this post is not focused on either disparaging or negative remarks regarding Teradata, nor is it intended as legal advice or expert comment. HEADS UP: The most recent, personnally received payment,s per... — read more 

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| 3020 views | | 4 replies (last September 22, 2017)
Post ID: @OP+Pi6rjts

Incoming CA layoffs at Teradata

Get ready, rumor is there are more reorganizations (aka layoffs) coming. Teradata has a big footprint in California. In CA, if a company lays off more than 30 (more or less, not sure of the exact number) in a month, the company has to pre-report the... — read more 

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| 2580 views | | 2 replies (last September 28, 2017)
Post ID: @OP+PhiKmRD

PS management can't sell even the best

PS management is lead by a guy who is opportunistic.. he stabbed his own boss to get this previous job.. then he threw few more guys under the bus and then he got his current job.. his track record is so bad that the only reason he has a job is... — read more 

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| 3250 views | | 6 replies (last January 26, 2018)
Post ID: @OP+PcTajEH

Think Big silent layoffs

More silent layoffs happening at Think Big. Another not so silent round planned for end of month?

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| 3670 views | | 13 replies (last October 10, 2017)
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