Sun Microsystems Layoffs Job Cut: may fire employees due to IBM deal

The news is not good for the employees of Sun Microsystems, the major computer giant company which has recently made the headlines after the news of a possible takeover by IBM. Now the situation is getting worse for the employees as the recession is taking a toll on all sectors and all of the sectors are feeling the heat. The latest additon to the list of organization which may go for layoffs is the Sun Microsystems.

How many employees may be fired in the Sun Microsystems layoffs?
The no. of layoffs is not decided as of now but it is the analysts prediction that there may be several job cuts in Greater Boston due to the possible takeover of Sun by IBM. It is estimated that 50% of the jobs at Sun might be lost.

What is the total no. of employees of Sun Microsystems ?
Total No. of employees of Sun Microsystems & IBM in Massachusetts is estimated to be around 6,000 people. Sun at Burlington MA has aroound 1800 employees.

What will be the cost and savings by Sun Microsystems layoffs?
No info about that.

When will the Sun Microsystems layoffs happen?
As per the news, the layoffs might be done anytime as IBM is working to consolidate its several thousand Massachusetts employees at its Littleton and Westford locations and if it takes over Sun, then there may be job cuts at Sun as well

Which locations will be affected by the IBM & Sun Microsystems layoffs ?
As mentioned above, Littleton and Westford for IBM and research and development campus in Burlington may get affected. However, these are all prediction by the analysts and no concrete

What is the primary reasons for Sun Microsystems layoffs?
The consolidation due to possible IBM takeover is the main reason for these predictions and rumors about IBM Sun Microsystems Layoffs

Any other news about Sun Microsystems layoffs
As per BostonHerald, The union covers electricians, customer service call operators and other front-line employees who deal with customers.
Let's hope that alternative jobs are available to the affected employees of Sun Microsystems Layoffs Job Cut