I’ve seen a lot of branches failing collectively across multiple markets. They want us to focus on net new business however we are not in a position to strategize effectively and take down existing dealer networks that have dominated our markets for... — read more
Layoffs earlier this week
About 150 impacted in the US from what I hear. Usually it's just dead weight, but a couple of decent ones got caught in the crosshairs this time :(
Fujifilm and Konica Minolta announce plans
“Fujifilm would hold a majority stake in the venture.“ Bye Bye KM https://www.printweek.com/content/news/fujifilm-and-konica-minolta-announce-plans-for-jv
Layoffs?
Heard around the rumor mill there were layoffs yesterday. Anyone know anything about it?
People still here and letting this company own your soul are the real problem.
People here are scared of their shadows, lacking a backbone to stand up for outright arrogance. This is not a company you get a gold watch for retiring from, after 25 years. You get a swift kick in the head, from an iron boot. They are only... — read more
Arrogance? How?
Konica & Minolta. Two failing companies sold their homes and shacked up together in a bachelor apartment to save on rent and delay the inevitable. Cut their cable, water, electricity, cupboard is bare & rent is coming due. Why any Exec here would... — read more
Nothing ever changes here, does it?
Never any comments here as the fear of God has been created to keep everyone silent. Well, then you get what you deserve. I know what this place is all about. And, i have nothing good to say about it. Run and do calls, be a good little soldier... — read more
Question about layoffs
Can somebody please tell me how is KM with layoffs? I got an offer and I'm considering taking it but I need to know that it's better than my current job when it comes to layoffs. I'm encouraged by the fact that there aren't many posts here, but I... — read more
How’s your KM comp plan?
Asked for a raise but got a better sounding title instead of cash?
Ninestar to buy Konica
Chatter heating up about Ninestar buying Konica. Question is what will Ninestar do with Konica’s sales force?
Another Reorg?
Seems like KM headed for another reorg coming into back half of the year?
Selling off? Layoffs?
What are you hearing out there? Selling anymore direct branches? Any changes coming out of Q2?
Direct Business sold off to dealers...
Does anyone have a sense of which and/or how many locations are being packaged to... — read more
Layoffs in sales June 30
Well I guess it was inevitable , but walked in for my one on one to be blindsighted with severance paperwork. 11 laid off in Florida and supposedly this was nationwide. Tough time to be laid off
Ramsey Layoffs
Konica started laying off once again ,this time in Ramsey not in Conn. After being hired one year ago in the Ramsey location I was told my position was dissolved. No performance issues was told the position was dissolved, not the first round... — read more
KM - looks like all employees are happy!!
See the many posts at Ricoh, Xerox & HP .... mostly negative and announcing things will change. KM looks immune, its been 2 years since the last post.
Closing 500 Day Hill Road and 550 Marshall Phelps Road
Both are closing in 2019. Over 400 employees will be laid off.