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Intel doesn't stand for intelligence

Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Intel for less than 1 year
July 25, 2015
Phoenix, Arizona
3.0
Doesn't RecommendPositive OutlookDoesn't Approve of CEO
Pros

Good benefits and salary.

Looks good on resume to have worked at Intel.

Cons

Too much bureaucracy, which stifles innovation in non-chip areas. The company is stuck in the "we're a silicon company" mindset and doesn't understand how to think in areas such as software.

Advice to Management

It's nice to have a near monopoly in the PC/laptop market, but the lack of success in mobile shows that you need to innovate beyond your historical competencies. Look beyond silicon and try to find ways to use your resources and influence to penetrate other markets. Software is the key to make your own x86 platform more valuable, so let your software guys be more nimble and work on things besides drivers.

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