IBM China shuts down intranet access for Chinese R&D employees
IBM China has terminated intranet access for R&D employees without notice, while maintaining email access. The company reported a 2% revenue increase in Q2 2024, with software revenue up 7%.
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IBM China has reportedly terminated intranet access for its Chinese employees in research and development (R&D) and testing roles without prior notice, according to media outlet jiemian.com. A lab technician indicated that employees were working regular hours and received no warning before the access was cut off, despite some staff working overtime. Affected employees have been removed from product groups on communication platforms and are unable to log into the company intranet via VPN, although they can still access email. IBM China has not responded to requests for comment. During an AI-themed forum in Nanjing, IBM's Asia Pacific general manager emphasized the company's long-standing presence in China and its commitment to exploring opportunities in the AI sector. The chairman of IBM Great China Group stated that the company aims to focus on major clients and expand its market presence in China. IBM's second-quarter earnings report for 2024 revealed a business revenue of $15.8 billion, marking a 2 percent year-on-year increase, with software revenue rising by 7 percent, while consulting revenue saw a decline of 1 percent.
- IBM China has cut off intranet access for R&D and testing employees without notice.
- Employees can still access email but have been removed from communication platforms.
- IBM continues to express commitment to the Chinese market and AI opportunities.
- The company reported a 2% increase in business revenue for Q2 2024.
- Software revenue increased by 7%, while consulting revenue decreased by 1%.
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