I'm hating this uncertainty. I'm up at a crack of dawn hoping somebody posted something new. There is really no need to drag this out. Just tell us already. What's the difference between knowing today and knowing tomorrow? The cat is so obviously out... — read more
p-ss-d off
Whole VDSI is confused & no work going on ... Don't know what is the criteria behind not declaring... Stupid management ... Really f*** man.
Wireless Doomsday Thursday September 20th
Has your dormant VP for the past three months suddenly call an all hands meeting on Thursday 9/20 ? Did your current VP imply new org changes on calls before 9/20? Has your Ex Director of B2B invite you to an all hands meeting on Thursday on 9/20?... — read more
THERE IS LIFE AFTER VERIZON
Everyone, I know this is a very nervous time, but please keep in mind, that THERE IS LIFE AFTER VERIZON! I was RIFed in May of 2018, but I was lucky enough to have my points/pension. I am still looking for work. It is a slow process for anyone 50+... — read more
Basic IT Knowledge
VDSI started as a support center for US Verizon IT. So there were not any innovation or valuable work done here right from the beginning except in few pockets. Most of the people stayed for 10+ years, since hike was constant and promotions were easy... — read more
Retiree Phone Discounts
Not only did they screw us with a RIF, they now are reducing VZW retirees phone discount to 25%. This is the same discount they are giving to companies like Home Depot! How many billions did they have in profit last quarter? What a joke.
CTS
Venting... I did over a decade in Verizon IT. CTS was always floating out there, and every experience I had with them was complete garbage, as any Wireline New York employee will tell you.
A prayer for VZ
MAy god bless Verizon. may the AD revenue grow. may the salARies grow. may the CHange energize us. may all the gODs bless us all. may the good DIRECTORS get fat bonuses. amen.
SAP AG
How important is this for us? Sounds huge... Verizon to Build Next-Generation Global Network for SAP https://www.nasdaq.com/article/verizon-to-build-next-generation-global-network-for-sap-cm1025407
Local Employment Lawyer Services
Would it make sense to consult an employment lawyer (in a case if I get axed). I am thinking that we do not have any chance of fighting Verizon in a case of layoff but at the same time I feel that they will go after older employees and that there may... — read more
Verizon Rumors 2019
Just wanted to start a thread, a bit ahead of time but 2019 is almost upon us. Good luck my Verizon peeps, I doubt I'll be around but will (often) come back to check this Verizon Rumors thread.
Checked my mail box
Still nothing,this must be a great verizon hoax on the very same people that they have screwed over since 2006.will check again tommorrow
Pensions for CEOs ONLY
https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/pensions-for-ceos-only_b_9654276
Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh offices got the $50K severance two weeks ago. Would love to know if anyone who accepts will get it.
See Active Posts here ONLY
There is an "ACTIVE" button right above the first thread - you can use it to see what posts had recent replies.
Pension Buyouts
Hit record levels again. http://www.pionline.com/article/20180827/ONLINE/180829857/us-corporate-pension-buyouts-hit-82-billion-in-second-quarter-8212-survey
Everyone ready for iPhone flop day!
It kills me on the expectations they have on this day every year. Last year, we did not have 1 single person waiting in line at open, but here we are again opening the store 2 hours early, 100% staffed just for another normal slow day of business... — read more
People, calm down
When something happens you will know. That is if something happens. You'll see ten new threads posted here within five minutes. Until then, take a deep breath and relax. You stressing out over it will not make this happen any faster than it is... — read more
Has this happened yet?
HR is meeting at 9 am ET with Directors and above to convey the package about to be released on Friday, 9/21. Also, to address any questions in advance. Is this already happening? Do we have anybody on this board who might get the inside info on what... — read more
Any news on buyouts?
If it is true they started yesterday (Dallas post,) then we should hear more about them today. I would be grateful for any info people are willing to share. What is the base offer, is there a cap, what are the terms...anything and everything. This... — read more
Vdsi rebadging
Vdsi. Just relax and take your vacation before you are informed about rebadging and layoffs.. Not at all worth working here any more.. Amma has spoiled the culture..
This Thursday...local support is gone. CBOs
Announcement this Thursday...
Verizon VDSI Retention Bonus
Many VDSI India folks have got fat Retention Bonus. Does that mean those projects that these folks work is not going to be outsourced? Does the Management thinks that only these folks who have been given Retention Bonus are the only ones who carry... — read more
What will be lost if Verizon IT is outsourced?
What's the negative impact? I think that we agree that the positive impact may be expected on the cost cutting side, so it'll be cheaper (some doubt this, but for the sake of this argument let's assume that there will be some savings)... Yet, what's... — read more
Outsourcing
The cost savings Hans promised will come from Outsourcing and then a RIF to make up the difference. Don’t see much chance of a buyout.
Breach of Confidentiality
I am appalled with people are discussing on this blog - it's not right and posts are loaded with confidential Verizon information. This information is proprietary to Verizon, henceforth it should NEVER be discussed in a public forum such is this... — read more
Good read about buyout
I have spoken to many people who have 30+ years in the company regarding the rumor of a buyout and for them there seems to be a simple consensus. If the offer is capped at 60 weeks it is just not that much more than 1 year's salary. They would rather... — read more
dont trust rumors
Folks , No more riff or batch changes........ dont get on rumors. work silently & carry on.. all r gone ... Amma going to declare soon,,, saying all r rumors ..
Maybe they will cap at 2 years severance?
When I originally started hearing about the buyout, the rumor was that it was going to be 2 years severance, so for someone who is mid-late 50's with 35 years, 35 x 3 weeks = 105 weeks ( 52 x 2 =104) so maybe they will cap at 2 years severance? Let's... — read more
Employee program that launching next week!
I and all other level 5's and above in my department have been invited to on Wednesday (9/19/2018) during which we will get info regarding a "employee program that will launch next week."
September announcement of Infosys agreement with Verizon
Was this published? If yes, where can I find that agreement between Infosys and Verizon?
Buyout talk sure died down quickly
I wonder why...
Riff @vdsi is obvious
Guys take long leave.. enjoy the vacation.. Don't worry unnecessarily..life has to move on.we can't expect retirement in Verizon..please Be happy always
Nobody received any offers
The one person who say they did is obviously a troll. If something is going to happen, it was not announced today. Which means that we are looking at a full week of speculation and anticipation until Friday arrives and we finally figure out if this... — read more
Just got my package, I'm outta here !!
Six weeks pay for every month worked, no cap. Enjoy your paychecks while you can.
Another week = More Dallas Turnover
We’re losing great people each week. This could have been prevented. The culture here, including years of allowing bad behavior, needs to change.
Unemmployment
The company serverance that you sign for prevents you from getting umemployment. Even if you successfully convince the unemployment dept that you were let go, they eventually catch you when they contact Verizon. I know many people who tried and... — read more