Pros

Its looks good being apart of the largest semiconductor manufacturing company in the world. Looks greatly on your resume as other perceive Applied as prestigious company.

Cons

Unfortunately, those who never worked for Applied do not know the magnitude of mismanagement that consists within the company. They have let go countless numbers of over-achievers and innovators who move the industry forward as oppose to letting go lazy, low-life, internet surfing people who are considered as "cheap so why no hold on to them". This company has also diminished many, if not all, employee incentives. Once a great company, now is one which is headed down the wrong path and ultimately the US employees will pay a price for it as jobs will continue to move outside the US. Splinter has done very little to keep his workforce happy and is leading the company down the wrong path.

Advice to Senior Management

Do a better job at showing recognition for over-achievers. Your questions the justifications behind laying off individuals such as this as opposed to people who don't do anything for the company but are held on to because they're "cheap!" Also, think twice before letting go knowledgeable people who have served for decades -these are the very people who turn against Applied and become our competitors! There is solid proof of this!