Digital This Week

Summary: This edition of the Digital Equipment Corporation internal newsletter (dated August 31, 1987) covers a variety of company updates and announcements:

• Product News: Digital announced the new low-cost VT320 terminal and the LJ250 companion color printer. Additionally, the company announced enhancements and price adjustments for its VAX 8000 and MicroVAX 2000 series systems.
• Company Initiatives: A $5 million equipment grant was awarded to the Massachusetts Microelectronics Center (MMC). The company is also promoting a "Celebrating Differences" program for 1987-88 and hosting various VAX-related workshops and training courses.
• Personnel Changes: Several executive appointments are highlighted, including Bob Good as Corporate Field Service Logistics Manager, Mick Prokopis as Manufacturing Finance Manager, and Jim Malanson taking new responsibilities in Educational Services.
• Community and Internal Updates: The newsletter includes news regarding a National Merit Scholarship program, local construction on Main Street in Maynard, and various employee-focused activities such as blood drives, a Holiday Crafts Fair, and Weight Watchers sessions.
• Marketplace: The final pages contain an internal classifieds section ("The Marketplace") for employees to buy, sell, or trade personal items, vehicles, and real estate.