This is an example of poorly managed layoffs! Some of those who were cut are struggling to understand the logic behind these cuts because their performance was cited as the reason and they were actually good performers. Others who are not... —  read more 

Trying to understand demographics. There has to be a pattern. I think they tried to lay off people who were already disadvantaged one way or another.

They lie to us because for them we are just a number. If they say there will be no more layoffs, they cannot be trusted. But what's the purpose of lying? It just demotivates employees even more.

Look for news that will cripple revenue and earnings for Q2 2023 and beyond.

Are people looking to file any complaints for Appian's shady practices in any way or form?

There was another "reorganization" today in the marketing division where they let go several people, including all but one member of the website department. Were other departments affects as well? Leadership continues to flatly deny that these are... —  read more 

As long as Matt gets to be the star of the show it’s all good, right?

I know some are saying that 96 people were laid off, but it feels like more for some reason. Where did the number come from? Was there a notice from the management that I missed? I admit, yesterday wasn't a good day for me so it's possible. It... —  read more 

Thoughts?

I'm curious if the people who were affected recently are satisfied with the severance package that was provided. I know being laid off is far from ideal, but to be honest, with decent severance I wouldn't mind all that much. It would help me get a... —  read more 

I've heard rumors of impending widespread layoffs (Sales, Consulting, Marketing, CS, BD) trickling down from leadership, citing the need to tighten up the org and trim any underperforming or obsolete groups that no longer fit the strategy, to keep... —  read more 

I feel for everyone who is affected. What frustrates me the most is the non-transparency of the management. What was the criteria used when deciding which employees will be laid off? Some say that the main target were those who have not been here... —  read more 

Everything seems to be happening behind smoke and mirrors here. I know of some people who were laid off, but the layoffs were not announced.

Heard through the grapevine that Appian is getting acquired by CRM, is this true? I tend to doubt it is.

From the DOL site: If you know your company is planning layoffs and the workers not been told that Rapid Response services will be available to you, or your company laid you off without notice, please contact your state's Rapid Response team. In... —  read more 

Nothing new to add here - there are no layoff updates with Appian - still growing. We'll see what happens in 2018.