fc.com: Augustin E-Mail Outlines Organizational Changes, Identifies Areas of Focus for VA Linux

“…In order to cut that much spending, we need to reduce
headcount by 25%. We constantly hear that everyone is overworked
and we are trying to do too much. The only way to reduce headcount
and not be more overworked is to focus on what is important and
drop what is not. At the same time we must improve customer focus
and accountability.”

“We have identified three strategic areas where we will focus,
and cut investment in other areas. Those areas are Storage (NAS),
SourceForge OnSite (SFOS), and Web server solutions. We will be
increasing headcount in those three areas significantly, and
cutting headcount in other areas as a result.”

“We are also making some significant organizational changes to
help us achieve success in those three areas. First, I am pleased
to announce the promotion of Ali Jenab to President & COO. Ali
will focus his attention on operational success within the company,
while I will focus on strategic direction and customers. I have the
utmost confidence in Ali’s ability to manage the operations of the
business. Reporting to Ali will be these people in each of the
major functional areas…”

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