This issue of the employee newsletter for Digital Equipment Corporation (dated October 10, 1983) covers various company updates, personnel news, and internal resources.
Key highlights include:
- Personnel Appointments: Sam Fuller and Jeff Kalb were named vice presidents.
- Product Announcements: Digital announced major updates to its personal computer line, including the Rainbow 100+ with expanded memory and storage, as well as new high-performance single-board microcomputers.
- Corporate News: The company launched an "Investment Protection Plan" for personal computer buyers. Additionally, there is a spotlight on Digital's community involvement, specifically their work with the Center for Occupational Awareness and Training (COAP) and the United Way.
- Technical and Operational Notes: The newsletter includes guidance for employees on accessing the company computer network from home, information on upcoming symposia, and details about fiberoptics product certification.
- Employee Services: The document features a classified ad section ("The Marketplace"), lists of vanpools/carpools, and various internal "News Briefs" regarding upcoming training sessions, club meetings, and administrative reminders.