@Mark 85
It would appear that if these allegations are true and proven* then the rotating air movement device is about to get even filthier. I had a job offer from IBM way back in the mid-70's and in hindsight looking over the last 10-15 years, turning it down was a good idea.
That isn't necessarily true.
It depends on what you would have been doing for IBM.
The 70's and even the '80s were another IBM altogether. Even the '90s.
This century, its a whole different story.
Back before I escaped and had the gold plated handcuffs, IBM would riff people based on the cost of their riff. Its not just 'older workers' but seniority and there were bumps. If you had 5-15 years in... you were safe. Less than 5 or more than 15 but less than 20... you were a target.
Personally I wouldn't want to work for IBM because they are pretty clueless. The culture they created was one where if you wanted to fit within your pigeon hole and do what you were told, you would be safe. But if you wanted more... :-(
If you were still at IBM and were in back in the '70's you would have qualified for the old pension plan. Would have been major bucks...
Biting the hand that feeds IT
