Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Warren R. Baltimore II]

"The Houston-based company has realigned its business into single teams for
product development, customer support, global marketing and sales, vice
president and chief corporate spokesman Mark
Stouse<http://www.chron.com/?controllerName=search&action=search&channel=news&search=1&inlineLink=1&query=%22Mark+Stouse%22>said"

And once again cut away the people that actually know what they are
doing

I think it's time for those at BMC to revisit the wonderful keynote given
some years back at a RUG by Scott Adams  Cuz we got way to many pointy
hair management decisions going down

If it's not to late, call him back!

On Sat, Apr 6, 2013 at 12:08 AM, Teri Stevenson wrote:

> **  BMC had another large reduction and cut way too many bright minds
> again
>
>
> http://www.chron.com/news/article/BMC-Software-reduces-its-workforce-4408018.php
>
>
> Teri Stevenson
> Remedy Developer
> PG&E
>
>
> Sent from Yahoo! Mail for iPhone
>
>  ----------
> *From: *Joe D'Souza ;
> *To: *;
> *Subject: *Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
> *Sent: *Fri, Apr 5, 2013 8:55:11 PM
>
> Yup I think that too.. And its one of the worst mistakes BMC has made
> since Remedy Corporation’s (not BMC) decision to sell out to Peregrine. The
> dark might soon return.
>
>
>
> Hopefully the product would survive this one too.
>
>
>
> Joe
>
>
>  --
>
> *From:* Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
> arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] *On Behalf Of *Rick Cook
> *Sent:* Friday, April 05, 2013 2:10 PM
>
> *To:* arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
> *Subject:* Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>
>
>
> **
>
> I think if it were his choice, the announcement would have been worded
> differently.
>
> Not trying to start any rumors or badmouth anyone, just giving my read on
> the situation with the extremely limited information available.
>
> Rick
>
> On Apr 5, 2013 11:07 AM, "Longwing, Lj"  wrote:
>
> **
>
> You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or
> not...you never know...Unisys may be borging him
>
>
>
> On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire <
> claire.sanf...@memorialhermann.org> wrote:
>
> I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes,
> unless they came from the same shoe store!
>
> Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other
> than Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the
> opportunity to meet him in person and in the virtual world!
>
>
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
> arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Smerz, Christian
> Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
> To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
> Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>
> Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on
> here ;)
>
> -Original Message-
> From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
> arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
> Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
> To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
> Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>
> Is someone taking his role?
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett <
> danny.kell...@strategicworkflow.com> wrote:
>
> > David,
> >
> > Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> > importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> > There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> > the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to
> that storm.
> >
> > I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> > you all the luck for the future.
> > Danny
> >
> >> Hi All,
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
> >> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
> >> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
> >> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
> >> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
> >> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's
> posting th

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road... (Wonder if BMC or new owner is getting ready to sell parts to Oracle)

[Sanford, Claire]

Very interesting.  The Chronicle article had at least 1 comment and it has been 
deleted!

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Howard Richter
Sent: Saturday, April 06, 2013 1:28 PM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road... (Wonder if BMC or new owner 
is getting ready to sell parts to Oracle)

**
All,

I am starting to wonder if the overall plan is to break up the company to and 
to sell the Remedy piece to Oracle and then license it back for ITSM (as well 
as the Cloud and other items).

Just saying...


Howard

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Teri Stevenson
Sent: Saturday, April 06, 2013 12:08 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

**
BMC had another large reduction and cut way too many bright minds again

http://www.chron.com/news/article/BMC-Software-reduces-its-workforce-4408018.php


Teri Stevenson
Remedy Developer
PG&E


Sent from Yahoo! Mail for iPhone



From: Joe D'Souza mailto:jdso...@shyle.net>>;
To: mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>>;
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
Sent: Fri, Apr 5, 2013 8:55:11 PM


Yup I think that too.. And its one of the worst mistakes BMC has made since 
Remedy Corporation's (not BMC) decision to sell out to Peregrine. The dark 
might soon return.



Hopefully the product would survive this one too.



Joe


From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Rick Cook
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 2:10 PM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

**

I think if it were his choice, the announcement would have been worded 
differently.

Not trying to start any rumors or badmouth anyone, just giving my read on the 
situation with the extremely limited information available.

Rick
On Apr 5, 2013 11:07 AM, "Longwing, Lj" > 
wrote:
**
You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or not...you 
never know...Unisys may be borging him

On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire 
> wrote:
I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes, unless 
they came from the same shoe store!

Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other than 
Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the opportunity to 
meet him in person and in the virtual world!



-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Smerz, Christian
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on here ;)

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett 
> wrote:

> David,
>
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that 
> storm.
>
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> you all the luck for the future.
> Danny
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
>> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
>> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
>> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
>> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's 
>> posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
>> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> group I

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road... (Wonder if BMC or new owner is getting ready to sell parts to Oracle)

[Howard Richter]

All,

 

I am starting to wonder if the overall plan is to break up the company to
and to sell the Remedy piece to Oracle and then license it back for ITSM (as
well as the Cloud and other items).

 

Just saying.

 

 

Howard

 

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Teri Stevenson
Sent: Saturday, April 06, 2013 12:08 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

 

** 


BMC had another large reduction and cut way too many bright minds again

http://www.chron.com/news/article/BMC-Software-reduces-its-workforce-4408018
.php


Teri Stevenson
Remedy Developer
PG&E 


Sent from Yahoo! Mail for iPhone

 

  _  

From: Joe D'Souza ; 
To: ; 
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road... 
Sent: Fri, Apr 5, 2013 8:55:11 PM 

 


Yup I think that too.. And its one of the worst mistakes BMC has made since
Remedy Corporation's (not BMC) decision to sell out to Peregrine. The dark
might soon return.

 

Hopefully the product would survive this one too.

 

Joe

 

  _  

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Rick Cook
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 2:10 PM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

 

** 

I think if it were his choice, the announcement would have been worded
differently. 

Not trying to start any rumors or badmouth anyone, just giving my read on
the situation with the extremely limited information available. 

Rick

On Apr 5, 2013 11:07 AM, "Longwing, Lj"  > wrote:

** 

You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or not...you
never know...Unisys may be borging him

 

On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire
 > wrote:

I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes,
unless they came from the same shoe store!

Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other than
Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the opportunity
to meet him in person and in the virtual world!




-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG  ] On Behalf Of Smerz,
Christian
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG  
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on here
;)

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG  ] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG  
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett  > wrote:

> David,
>
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that
storm.
>
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> you all the luck for the future.
> Danny
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
>> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
>> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
>> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
>> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's
posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
>> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
>> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
>> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
>> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
>> much passion and positive energy towards.
>>
>>
>>
>>   This E-mail address
>> (david_eas...@bmc.com  <mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com
 >)
>> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Teri Stevenson]

BMC had another large reduction and cut way too many bright minds 
againhttp://www.chron.com/news/article/BMC-Software-reduces-its-workforce-4408018.phpTeri
 StevensonRemedy DeveloperPG&E Sent from Yahoo! Mail 
for iPhone

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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Carl Wilson]

I have heard there are lots of "changes" occurring within BMC ...

Much respect for David and his contributions in all and I agree with all
sentiments here that he has been invaluable with his input.

 

Good luck with your future plans and I hope all the comments show that you
are very well respected and will be missed.

 

  _  

 

Kind Regards,

 

Carl Wilson

 

 

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Longwing, Lj
Sent: 05 April 2013 19:07
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

 

** 

You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or not...you
never know...Unisys may be borging him

 

On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire
 wrote:

I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes,
unless they came from the same shoe store!

Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other than
Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the opportunity
to meet him in person and in the virtual world!




-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Smerz, Christian
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on here
;)

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett 
wrote:

> David,
>
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that
storm.
>
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> you all the luck for the future.
> Danny
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
>> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
>> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
>> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
>> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's
posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
>> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
>> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
>> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
>> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
>> much passion and positive energy towards.
>>
>>
>>
>>   This E-mail address
>> (david_eas...@bmc.com<mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com>)
>> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
>> (david_easter...@yahoo.com<mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com>) and
>> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to
>> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this
>> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
>>
>>
>>
>> -David J. Easter
>> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>>
>> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action
>> expressed in this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC
>> Software, Inc. My voluntary participation in this forum is not
>> intended to convey a role as a spokesperson, liaison or public
>> relations representative for BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>> _
>> __ UNSUBSCRIBE or access ARSlist Archives at www.arslist.org
>> "Where the Answers Are, and have been for 20 years"
>
> _

OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[John Baker]

Tauf

BMC seem to scale back their partners and increase the number again on 
an almost yearly basis. There are only a finite number of decent AR 
System consultants in the world (BMC certified or otherwise) and whether 
they have X or X*5 partners, the people don't really change - all that 
changes is the end cost to the customer.


At JSS, we're happy to work with anyone who wants to be a partner: 
whether that's a single consultant who has other things to worry about 
than SSO. Or, a BMC partner who wants to be known as the company that 
delivered a great, secure, cost effective SSO solution.


One thing is for sure, with David's long list of BMC internal contacts 
and customer knowledge, he will soon be snapped up by a partner.



John

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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Joe D'Souza]

Yup I think that too.. And its one of the worst mistakes BMC has made since
Remedy Corporation's (not BMC) decision to sell out to Peregrine. The dark
might soon return.

 

Hopefully the product would survive this one too.

 

Joe

 

  _  

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Rick Cook
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 2:10 PM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

 

** 

I think if it were his choice, the announcement would have been worded
differently. 

Not trying to start any rumors or badmouth anyone, just giving my read on
the situation with the extremely limited information available. 

Rick

On Apr 5, 2013 11:07 AM, "Longwing, Lj"  wrote:

** 

You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or not...you
never know...Unisys may be borging him

 

On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire
 wrote:

I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes,
unless they came from the same shoe store!

Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other than
Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the opportunity
to meet him in person and in the virtual world!




-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Smerz, Christian
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on here
;)

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett 
wrote:

> David,
>
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that
storm.
>
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> you all the luck for the future.
> Danny
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
>> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
>> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
>> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
>> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's
posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
>> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
>> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
>> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
>> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
>> much passion and positive energy towards.
>>
>>
>>
>>   This E-mail address
>> (david_eas...@bmc.com<mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com>)
>> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
>> (david_easter...@yahoo.com<mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com>) and
>> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to
>> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this
>> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
>>
>>
>>
>> -David J. Easter
>> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>>
>> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action
>> expressed in this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC
>> Software, Inc. My voluntary participation in this forum is not
>> intended to convey a role as a spokesperson, liaison or public
>> relations representative for BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>> __

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Tauf Chowdhury]

Shawn,
Interestingly, I also got word that BMC is scaling back their partner
program and reduced the # of partners they have. Not sure what that's about
either.

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 2:13 PM, "Pierson, Shawn"  wrote:

**

While I don’t intend to cause speculation about what happened with Mr.
Easter or anyone else, this article may be of interest.



http://www.chron.com/news/article/BMC-Software-reduces-its-workforce-4408018.php



Thanks,

* *

*Shawn Pierson *

Remedy Developer | Energy Transfer



*From:* Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [
mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG ] *On Behalf Of *Rick Cook
*Sent:* Friday, April 05, 2013 1:10 PM
*To:* arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
*Subject:* Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...



**

I think if it were his choice, the announcement would have been worded
differently.

Not trying to start any rumors or badmouth anyone, just giving my read on
the situation with the extremely limited information available.

Rick

On Apr 5, 2013 11:07 AM, "Longwing, Lj"  wrote:

**

You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or not...you
never know...Unisys may be borging him



On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire <
claire.sanf...@memorialhermann.org> wrote:

I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes,
unless they came from the same shoe store!

Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other
than Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the
opportunity to meet him in person and in the virtual world!




-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Smerz, Christian
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on
here ;)

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett 
wrote:

> David,
>
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to
that storm.
>
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> you all the luck for the future.
> Danny
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
>> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
>> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
>> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
>> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's
posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
>> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
>> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
>> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
>> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
>> much passion and positive energy towards.
>>
>>
>>
>>   This E-mail address
>> (david_eas...@bmc.com<mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com>)
>> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
>> (david_easter...@yahoo.com<mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com>) and
>> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to
>> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this
>> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
>>
>>
>>
>> -David J. Easter
>> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>>
>> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action
>

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Joe D'Souza]

That might not work if the value in 'DavidsEmployer' is BMC Software. For
performance reasons do not forget to index DavidsEmployer.

 

I wonder if you add another set fields action to set DavidsEmployer to "BMC
Software" if it would be caught in the testing phase..

 

Joe

 

  _  

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Jason Miller
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 3:03 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

 

** 

Run If:

'DavidsEmployer' != 'DB.DavidsEmployer' AND 'DavidsEmployer' != "BMC"

 

If Actions (2):

Message - Note - "I am totally bummed"

Message - Warning - "Things will not be the same without you"

 

I am speechless and can only write in code.

 

Jason

 

 

On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 7:44 PM, Rod Harris  wrote:

** 

Hi David,

 

That's terrible news and you will be missed. Good luck with whatever you are
doing next and hopefully you can continue to contribute to the list.

 

You are leaving massive shoes to fill.

 

Rod Harris

 

On 5 April 2013 09:25, Easter, David  wrote:

** 

Hi All,

 

  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general
manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give
it to 'em straight.  So here goes.

 

  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.

 

  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this group
wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events puts a
significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note that
this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent out...
lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to discuss any
details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the news straight
from the horse's a er... mouth. 

 

  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group
I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in person,
talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a family
with all of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the brand
and products that you channel so much passion and positive energy towards.

 

   This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but
I've created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and subscribed
to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute what I can
- just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye - just a
change in the weather...

 

-David J. Easter

(Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System

 

The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in
this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My
voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a
spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software,
Inc.

_ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_ 

 

_ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_ 

 

_ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_ 


___
UNSUBSCRIBE or access ARSlist Archives at www.arslist.org
"Where the Answers Are, and have been for 20 years"

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Lockwood, Teresa L]

Good one Rick! That one made me laugh out loud.

David - I agree that is BMC's loss.  Enjoyed meeting you in Vegas at the 2011 
RUG and all the virtual conversations as well.  Much success in your next 
endeavors!

~~~
Terri Lockwood

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Rick Cook
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 2:16 PM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

**

Hmm...   Maybe the Bobs found out he forgot the cover sheet on his TPS report.

Rick
On Apr 5, 2013 11:13 AM, "Pierson, Shawn" 
mailto:shawn.pier...@sug.com>> wrote:
**
While I don't intend to cause speculation about what happened with Mr. Easter 
or anyone else, this article may be of interest.

http://www.chron.com/news/article/BMC-Software-reduces-its-workforce-4408018.php

Thanks,

Shawn Pierson
Remedy Developer | Energy Transfer

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>] On Behalf Of Rick Cook
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 1:10 PM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

**

I think if it were his choice, the announcement would have been worded 
differently.

Not trying to start any rumors or badmouth anyone, just giving my read on the 
situation with the extremely limited information available.

Rick
On Apr 5, 2013 11:07 AM, "Longwing, Lj" 
mailto:llongw...@usgs.gov>> wrote:
**
You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or not...you 
never know...Unisys may be borging him

On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire 
mailto:claire.sanf...@memorialhermann.org>> 
wrote:
I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes, unless 
they came from the same shoe store!

Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other than 
Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the opportunity to 
meet him in person and in the virtual world!



-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>] On Behalf Of Smerz, 
Christian
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on here ;)

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>] On Behalf Of Patrick 
Zandi
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett 
mailto:danny.kell...@strategicworkflow.com>>
 wrote:

> David,
>
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that 
> storm.
>
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> you all the luck for the future.
> Danny
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
>> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
>> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
>> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
>> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's 
>> posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
>> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
>> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
>> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
>> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
>> much passion and positive energy towards.
>>
>&

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Rick Cook]

Hmm...   Maybe the Bobs found out he forgot the cover sheet on his TPS
report.

Rick
On Apr 5, 2013 11:13 AM, "Pierson, Shawn"  wrote:

> **
>
> While I don’t intend to cause speculation about what happened with Mr.
> Easter or anyone else, this article may be of interest.
>
> ** **
>
>
> http://www.chron.com/news/article/BMC-Software-reduces-its-workforce-4408018.php
> 
>
> ** **
>
> Thanks,
>
> * *
>
> *Shawn Pierson *
>
> Remedy Developer | Energy Transfer
>
> ** **
>
> *From:* Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
> arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] *On Behalf Of *Rick Cook
> *Sent:* Friday, April 05, 2013 1:10 PM
> *To:* arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
> *Subject:* Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>
> ** **
>
> ** 
>
> I think if it were his choice, the announcement would have been worded
> differently. 
>
> Not trying to start any rumors or badmouth anyone, just giving my read on
> the situation with the extremely limited information available. 
>
> Rick
>
> On Apr 5, 2013 11:07 AM, "Longwing, Lj"  wrote:
>
> ** 
>
> You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or
> not...you never know...Unisys may be borging him
>
> ** **
>
> On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire <
> claire.sanf...@memorialhermann.org> wrote:
>
> I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes,
> unless they came from the same shoe store!
>
> Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other
> than Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the
> opportunity to meet him in person and in the virtual world!
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
> arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Smerz, Christian
> Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
> To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
> Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>
> Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on
> here ;)
>
> -----Original Message-
> From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
> arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
> Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
> To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
> Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>
> Is someone taking his role?
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett <
> danny.kell...@strategicworkflow.com> wrote:
>
> > David,
> >
> > Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> > importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> > There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> > the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to
> that storm.
> >
> > I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> > you all the luck for the future.
> > Danny
> >
> >> Hi All,
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
> >> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
> >> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
> >> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
> >> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
> >> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's
> posting that I
> >> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
> >> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
> >> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
> >> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
> >> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
> >> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
> >> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
> >> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
> >> much passion and positive energy towards.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>   This E-mail a

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Pierson, Shawn]

While I don't intend to cause speculation about what happened with Mr. Easter 
or anyone else, this article may be of interest.

http://www.chron.com/news/article/BMC-Software-reduces-its-workforce-4408018.php

Thanks,

Shawn Pierson
Remedy Developer | Energy Transfer

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Rick Cook
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 1:10 PM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

**

I think if it were his choice, the announcement would have been worded 
differently.

Not trying to start any rumors or badmouth anyone, just giving my read on the 
situation with the extremely limited information available.

Rick
On Apr 5, 2013 11:07 AM, "Longwing, Lj" 
mailto:llongw...@usgs.gov>> wrote:
**
You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or not...you 
never know...Unisys may be borging him

On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire 
mailto:claire.sanf...@memorialhermann.org>> 
wrote:
I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes, unless 
they came from the same shoe store!

Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other than 
Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the opportunity to 
meet him in person and in the virtual world!



-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>] On Behalf Of Smerz, 
Christian
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on here ;)

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>] On Behalf Of Patrick 
Zandi
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG<mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG>
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett 
mailto:danny.kell...@strategicworkflow.com>>
 wrote:

> David,
>
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that 
> storm.
>
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> you all the luck for the future.
> Danny
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
>> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
>> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
>> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
>> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's 
>> posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
>> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
>> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
>> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
>> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
>> much passion and positive energy towards.
>>
>>
>>
>>   This E-mail address
>> (david_eas...@bmc.com<mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com><mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com<mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com>>)
>> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
>> (david_easter...@yahoo.com<mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com><mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com<mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com>>)
>>  and
>> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to
>> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this
>> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
>>
>>
>>
>> -David J. Easter
>> (Previously) Manager of Pr

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Rick Cook]

I think if it were his choice, the announcement would have been worded
differently.

Not trying to start any rumors or badmouth anyone, just giving my read on
the situation with the extremely limited information available.

Rick
On Apr 5, 2013 11:07 AM, "Longwing, Lj"  wrote:

> **
> You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or
> not...you never know...Unisys may be borging him
>
>
> On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire <
> claire.sanf...@memorialhermann.org> wrote:
>
>> I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes,
>> unless they came from the same shoe store!
>>
>> Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other
>> than Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the
>> opportunity to meet him in person and in the virtual world!
>>
>>
>>
>> -Original Message-
>> From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
>> arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Smerz, Christian
>> Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
>> To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
>> Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>>
>> Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on
>> here ;)
>>
>> -Original Message-
>> From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
>> arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
>> Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
>> To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
>> Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>>
>> Is someone taking his role?
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>> On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett <
>> danny.kell...@strategicworkflow.com> wrote:
>>
>> > David,
>> >
>> > Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
>> > importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
>> > There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
>> > the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to
>> that storm.
>> >
>> > I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
>> > you all the luck for the future.
>> > Danny
>> >
>> >> Hi All,
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
>> >> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
>> >> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> >> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
>> >> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
>> >> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's
>> posting that I
>> >> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be
>> able
>> >> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
>> >> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> >> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> >> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
>> >> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
>> >> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
>> >> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
>> >> much passion and positive energy towards.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>   This E-mail address
>> >> (david_eas...@bmc.com<mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com>)
>> >> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
>> >> (david_easter...@yahoo.com<mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com>) and
>> >> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to
>> >> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this
>> >> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
>> >>
>> >>
>> >>
>> >> -David J. Easter
>> >> (Previous

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Longwing, Lj]

You know...I don't think he said if it was his choice to leave or not...you
never know...Unisys may be borging him


On Fri, Apr 5, 2013 at 11:40 AM, Sanford, Claire <
claire.sanf...@memorialhermann.org> wrote:

> I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes,
> unless they came from the same shoe store!
>
> Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other
> than Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the
> opportunity to meet him in person and in the virtual world!
>
>
>
> -Original Message-
> From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
> arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Smerz, Christian
> Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
> To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
> Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>
> Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on
> here ;)
>
> -Original Message-
> From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) [mailto:
> arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
> Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
> To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
> Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>
> Is someone taking his role?
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett <
> danny.kell...@strategicworkflow.com> wrote:
>
> > David,
> >
> > Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> > importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> > There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> > the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to
> that storm.
> >
> > I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> > you all the luck for the future.
> > Danny
> >
> >> Hi All,
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
> >> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
> >> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
> >> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
> >> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
> >> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's
> posting that I
> >> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
> >> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
> >> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
> >> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
> >> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
> >> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
> >> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
> >> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
> >> much passion and positive energy towards.
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >>   This E-mail address
> >> (david_eas...@bmc.com<mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com>)
> >> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
> >> (david_easter...@yahoo.com<mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com>) and
> >> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to
> >> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this
> >> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
> >>
> >>
> >>
> >> -David J. Easter
> >> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
> >>
> >> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action
> >> expressed in this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC
> >> Software, Inc. My voluntary participation in this forum is not
> >> intended to convey a role as a spokesperson, liaison or public
> >> relations representative for BMC Software, Inc.
> >>
> >> _
> >> __ UNSUBSCRIBE or access ARSlist Archives at www.arslist.org
> >> "Where the Answers Are, and have been for 20 years"
> >
> > __

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Rick Westbrock]

David, I'm certainly glad to have met you in person at the only RUG that I
have been able to attend to date (2009 maybe?) and I always learned from
your postings to the list. Hopefully you have something even better lined up
but in any case I am glad that you will still be part of the list since you
can still bring a lot of value to the table.

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-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Sanford, Claire
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 10:40 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes,
unless they came from the same shoe store!

Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other than
Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the opportunity
to meet him in person and in the virtual world!



-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Smerz, Christian
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on here
;)

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett 
wrote:

> David,
>
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the 
> importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when 
> the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that
storm.
>
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish 
> you all the luck for the future.
> Danny
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane 
>> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad 
>> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this 
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of 
>> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the 
>> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's
posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to 
>> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the 
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive 
>> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of 
>> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel 
>> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the 
>> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so 
>> much passion and positive energy towards.
>>
>>
>>
>>   This E-mail address
>> (david_eas...@bmc.com<mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com>)
>> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
>> (david_easter...@yahoo.com<mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com>) and 
>> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to 
>> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this 
>> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
>>
>>
>>
>> -David J. Easter
>> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>>
>> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action 
>> expressed in this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC 
>> Software, Inc. My voluntary participation in this forum is not 
>> intended to convey a role as a spokesperson, liaison or public 
>> relations representative for BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>> _
>> __ UNSUBSCRIBE or access ARSlist Archives at www.arslist.org 
>> "Where the Answers Are, and have been for 20 years"
>
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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Sanford, Claire]

I would be willing to bet, whoever they get will not fit in his shoes, unless 
they came from the same shoe store!

Big huge mistake!  David has been the best advocate BMC ever had (other than 
Doug M.) in the Developer community!  I am very glad I had the opportunity to 
meet him in person and in the virtual world!



-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Smerz, Christian
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 7:05 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on here ;)

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett  
wrote:

> David,
>
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that 
> storm.
>
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> you all the luck for the future.
> Danny
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
>> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
>> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
>> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
>> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's 
>> posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
>> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
>> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
>> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
>> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
>> much passion and positive energy towards.
>>
>>
>>
>>   This E-mail address
>> (david_eas...@bmc.com<mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com>)
>> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
>> (david_easter...@yahoo.com<mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com>) and
>> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to
>> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this
>> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
>>
>>
>>
>> -David J. Easter
>> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>>
>> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action
>> expressed in this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC
>> Software, Inc. My voluntary participation in this forum is not
>> intended to convey a role as a spokesperson, liaison or public
>> relations representative for BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>> _
>> __ UNSUBSCRIBE or access ARSlist Archives at www.arslist.org
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>
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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[David Boylan]

David, you will be missed!

Thanks for all you have done for us (the ARS Community)

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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Julie Sellers]

Ditto!!!  :-O





>
> From: "matt.laurenc...@gmail.com" 
>To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG 
>Sent: Friday, April 5, 2013 7:32 AM
>Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
> 
>
>**
** 
>+1
>
>~ Matt Laurenceau
>
>
>- Reply message -----
>From: "laurent matheo" 
>To: 
>Subject: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
>Date: Fri, Apr 5, 2013 09:56
>
>
>
>Wow...
>Same as Jason here, stunned...
>
>
>
>On 05 Apr, 2013,at 02:25 AM, "Easter, David"  wrote:
>
>
>Hi All,
>> 
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general 
>>manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give 
>>it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>> 
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>> 
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this group 
>>wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events puts a 
>>significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note that 
>>this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent out... 
>>lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to discuss any 
>>details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the news straight 
>>from the horse's a er... mouth. 
>> 
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the reason 
>>for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group I've ever 
>>had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in person, talked 
>>with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a family with all 
>>of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the brand and 
>>products that you channel so much passion and positive energy towards.
>> 
>>   This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but 
>>I've created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and subscribed 
>>to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute what I can - 
>>just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye - just a change 
>>in the weather...
>> 
>>-David J. Easter
>>(Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> 
>>The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in 
>>this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My 
>>voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a 
>>spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software, 
>>Inc._ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_**_ARSlist: 
>>"Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_ _ARSlist: "Where the 
>>Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_ 
>
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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Ray Palla]

In the spring, the weather changes after Easter…  

 

God Speed, Mon signor emeritus…  May your egg basket always over-flow with 
golden prizes.

 

r

 

From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Doug Blair
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 10:48 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

 

** 

David,

 

This is astonishing news! Not only have I been a rabid follower of your 
contributions here over the years but we have worked (together? At? In spite 
of?) each other at numerous conferences, presentations and our other meetings. 
Your reputation, dedication and knowledge is incredibly detailed. Your 
patience, perseverance and diplomacy unmatched. And you're a damn fine 
auctioneer!

 

Please keep us posted as your circumstances change. When David talks, people 
listen!

Doug

 

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+1 224-558-5462

 

Sent from my new iPad

Auto-corrected typos, misspellings and non-sequiturs are gratefully attributed 
to Steve Jobs :-)


On Apr 4, 2013, at 8:25 PM, "Easter, David"  wrote:

** 

Hi All,

 

  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general 
manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give it 
to 'em straight.  So here goes.

 

  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.

 

  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this group 
wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events puts a 
significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note that 
this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent out... lest 
someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to discuss any details 
of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the news straight from the 
horse's a er... mouth. 

 

  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the reason 
for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group I've ever 
had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in person, talked with 
even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a family with all of you. 
 I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the brand and products that you 
channel so much passion and positive energy towards.

 

   This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but I've 
created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and subscribed to the 
list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute what I can - just 
from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye - just a change in the 
weather...

 

-David J. Easter

(Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System

 

The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in this 
E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My voluntary 
participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a spokesperson, 
liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software, Inc.

_ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_ 

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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[bullcreek.com]

And Bid! (as well as listen...)

Phil Bautista
http://www.wwrug.com/contact_phil.html
512-731-0304
-Original message-
From: Doug Blair d...@blairing.com
Date: Fri,  5 Apr 2013 11:47:44 -0400
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

> David,
> 
> This is astonishing news! Not only have I been a rabid follower of your cont> 
> ributions here over the years but we have worked (together? At? In spite of?> 
> ) each other at numerous conferences, presentations and our other meetings. 
> Y> our reputation, dedication and knowledge is incredibly detailed. Your 
> patien> ce, perseverance and diplomacy unmatched. And you're a damn fine 
> auctioneer!> 
> 
> Please keep us posted as your circumstances change. When David talks, people> 
>  listen!
> 
> Doug
> 
> --
> Doug Blair
> +1 224-558-5462
> 
> Sent from my new iPad
> Auto-corrected typos, misspellings and non-sequiturs are gratefully attribut> 
> ed to Steve Jobs :-)
> 
> On Apr 4, 2013, at 8:25 PM, "Easter, David"  wrote:
> 
> > **
> > Hi All,
> >  
> >   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general 
> > m> anager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just 
> > give i> t to 'em straight.  So here goes.
> >  
> >   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
> >  
> >   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this grou> 
> > p wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events puts a 
> > s> ignificant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note 
> > that t> his is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent 
> > out... les> t someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to 
> > discuss any det> ails of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the 
> > news straight from t> he horse's a er... mouth.
> >  
> >   This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the rea> 
> > son for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group I've 
> > e> ver had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in person, 
> > talke> d with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a 
> > family with a> ll of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent 
> > the brand and pro> ducts that you channel so much passion and positive 
> > energy towards.
> >  
> >This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but 
> > I> 've created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and 
> > subscribed t> o the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to 
> > contribute what I can ->  just from a different vantage point.  So this 
> > isn't goodbye - just a change>  in the weather...
> >  
> > -David J. Easter
> > (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
> >  
> > The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in 
> > t> his E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My 
> > volunta> ry participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as 
> > a spokesp> erson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC 
> > Software, Inc.
> > _ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_
> 
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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Doug Blair]

David,

This is astonishing news! Not only have I been a rabid follower of your 
contributions here over the years but we have worked (together? At? In spite 
of?) each other at numerous conferences, presentations and our other meetings. 
Your reputation, dedication and knowledge is incredibly detailed. Your 
patience, perseverance and diplomacy unmatched. And you're a damn fine 
auctioneer!

Please keep us posted as your circumstances change. When David talks, people 
listen!

Doug

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Sent from my new iPad
Auto-corrected typos, misspellings and non-sequiturs are gratefully attributed 
to Steve Jobs :-)

On Apr 4, 2013, at 8:25 PM, "Easter, David"  wrote:

> **
> Hi All,
>  
>   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general 
> manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give 
> it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>  
>   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>  
>   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this group 
> wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events puts a 
> significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note that 
> this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent out... 
> lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to discuss any 
> details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the news straight 
> from the horse's a er... mouth.
>  
>   This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the reason 
> for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group I've ever 
> had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in person, talked 
> with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a family with all 
> of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the brand and 
> products that you channel so much passion and positive energy towards.
>  
>This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but 
> I've created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and subscribed 
> to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute what I can - 
> just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye - just a change 
> in the weather...
>  
> -David J. Easter
> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>  
> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in 
> this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My 
> voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a 
> spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software, 
> Inc.
> _ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_

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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Drew Shuller]

David, hopefully you're landing on your feet. Thanks for all the
contributions you made to the ARS List over the years, and good luck!

Drew
Soto Cano Air Base

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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[arslist]

Someone could take his role, but no one can replace him!

David has been a strong advocate of true Customer Support forever, and one
of the best ambassadors for BMC that they could have!

Besides, he writes better Parody than anyone else I know :-) 

I wish today were April fools, because his departure sounds like a bad joke.

Daniel

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList)
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
Sent: April 5, 2013 7:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Smerz, Christian]

Whoever it is better have big feet, what with all the shoes comments on here ;)

-Original Message-
From: Action Request System discussion list(ARSList) 
[mailto:arslist@ARSLIST.ORG] On Behalf Of Patrick Zandi
Sent: Friday, April 05, 2013 6:35 AM
To: arslist@ARSLIST.ORG
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett  
wrote:

> David,
>
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the
> importance of having a dependable voice out there in the community.
> There were, and I am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when
> the product/BMC challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that 
> storm.
>
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish
> you all the luck for the future.
> Danny
>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane
>> (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad
>> news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of
>> events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the
>> ARSList. :-) Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's 
>> posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to
>> hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of
>> you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel
>> like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the
>> opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so
>> much passion and positive energy towards.
>>
>>
>>
>>   This E-mail address
>> (david_eas...@bmc.com<mailto:david_eas...@bmc.com>)
>> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
>> (david_easter...@yahoo.com<mailto:david_easter...@yahoo.com>) and
>> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to
>> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this
>> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
>>
>>
>>
>> -David J. Easter
>> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>>
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>> expressed in this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC
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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Patrick Zandi]

Is someone taking his role?

Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 5, 2013, at 7:06, Danny Kellett  
wrote:

> David,
> 
> Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the importance
> of having a dependable voice out there in the community. There were, and I
> am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when the product/BMC
> challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that storm.
> 
> I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish you
> all the luck for the future.
> Danny
> 
>> Hi All,
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general
>> manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just
>> give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events
>> puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)
>> Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I
>> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
>> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear
>> the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
>> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you
>> in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a
>> part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to
>> represent the brand and products that you channel so much passion and
>> positive energy towards.
>> 
>> 
>> 
>>   This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com)
>> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
>> (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and
>> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to
>> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this
>> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> -David J. Easter
>> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>> 
>> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in
>> this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My
>> voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as
>> a spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC
>> Software, Inc.
>> 
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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[matt . laurenceau]

+1

~ Matt Laurenceau

- Reply message -
From: "laurent matheo" 
To: 
Subject: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...
Date: Fri, Apr 5, 2013 09:56
**
Wow...
Same as Jason here, stunned...


On 05 Apr, 2013,at 02:25 AM, "Easter, David"  wrote:

Hi All,   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane 
(general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just 
give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an 
employee of BMC Software, Inc.   While my disclaimer has always stated that my 
participation in this group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this 
turn of events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the 
ARSList. :-)  Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting 
that I sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able 
to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the news 
straight from the horse's a er... mouth.This has been an amazing 7 
years of my career and all of you are the reason for that.  This is the most 
vibrant, animated and supportive group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part 
of.  I've met many of you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, 
but I feel like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the 
opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so much 
passion and positive energy towards.This E-mail address 
(david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail 
address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and subscribed to the list as a "private 
citizen".  I'll continue to contribute what I can - just from a different 
vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather... -David 
J. Easter(Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System

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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Rem_Developer]

Hi David,

A very best wishes for your future endeavours .

Dhananjay
From: Misi Mladoniczky [via ARS (Action Request System)] 
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Sent: 05 April 2013 12:54
To: Dhananjay Deshpande
Subject: Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

Hi David,

You have put a lot of energy into making it easier for all of us to interact
with BMC. I hope someone picks up the baton...

I remember meeting you, brand new, at BMC User World 2006 if I remember right.
You, me and Carey Matthew Black sat down in a room and discussed interaction
with BMC Support and the Enhancement Request process. We have come a long way
since then :-)

Good luck to you David!

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> Hi All,
>
>
>
>   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general
> manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give
> it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>
>
>
>   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>
>
>
>   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this group
> wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events puts a
> significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note that
> this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent out...
> lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to discuss any
> details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the news straight
> from the horse's a er... mouth.
>
>
>
>   This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the reason
> for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group I've ever
> had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in person, talked
> with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a family with all
> of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the brand and
> products that you channel so much passion and positive energy towards.
>
>
>
>This E-mail address ([hidden 
> email]<mailto:[hidden 
> email]>)
> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
> ([hidden 
> email]<mailto:[hidden 
> email]>) and
> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute
> what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye -
> just a change in the weather...
>
>
>
> -David J. Easter
> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>
> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in this
> E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My voluntary
> participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a
> spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software,
> Inc.
>
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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Danny Kellett]

David,

Sad news and I hope whoever takes over your role understand the importance
of having a dependable voice out there in the community. There were, and I
am sure will continue to be, frustrating times when the product/BMC
challenges us and I think you certainly added calm to that storm.

I always found your posts helpful and for that I thank you and wish you
all the luck for the future.
Danny

> Hi All,
>
>
>
>   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general
> manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just
> give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>
>
>
>   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>
>
>
>   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events
> puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)
> Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I
> sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able
> to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear
> the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>
>
>
>   This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive
> group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you
> in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a
> part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to
> represent the brand and products that you channel so much passion and
> positive energy towards.
>
>
>
>This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com)
> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
> (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and
> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to
> contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this
> isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather...
>
>
>
> -David J. Easter
> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>
> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in
> this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My
> voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as
> a spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC
> Software, Inc.
>
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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[laurent matheo]

**
Wow...Same as Jason here, stunned...On 05 Apr, 2013,at 02:25 AM, "Easter, David"  wrote:Hi All,   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.    This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a family with all of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the brand and products that you channel so much passion and positive energy towards.This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye - just a change in the weather... -David J. Easter(Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software, Inc._ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_**_ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_

Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Misi Mladoniczky]

Hi David,

You have put a lot of energy into making it easier for all of us to interact
with BMC. I hope someone picks up the baton...

I remember meeting you, brand new, at BMC User World 2006 if I remember right.
You, me and Carey Matthew Black sat down in a room and discussed interaction
with BMC Support and the Enhancement Request process. We have come a long way
since then :-)

Good luck to you David!

Best Regards - Misi, RRR AB, http://www.rrr.se (ARSList MVP 2011)

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> Hi All,
>
>
>
>   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general
> manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give
> it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>
>
>
>   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>
>
>
>   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this group
> wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events puts a
> significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note that
> this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent out...
> lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to discuss any
> details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the news straight
> from the horse's a er... mouth.
>
>
>
>   This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the reason
> for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group I've ever
> had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in person, talked
> with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a family with all
> of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the brand and
> products that you channel so much passion and positive energy towards.
>
>
>
>This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com)
> will cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address
> (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and
> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute
> what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye -
> just a change in the weather...
>
>
>
> -David J. Easter
> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>
> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in this
> E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My voluntary
> participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a
> spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software,
> Inc.
>
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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Jason Miller]

Run If:
'DavidsEmployer' != 'DB.DavidsEmployer' AND 'DavidsEmployer' != "BMC"

If Actions (2):
Message - Note - "I am totally bummed"
Message - Warning - "Things will not be the same without you"

I am speechless and can only write in code.

Jason



On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 7:44 PM, Rod Harris  wrote:

> **
> Hi David,
>
> That's terrible news and you will be missed. Good luck with whatever you
> are doing next and hopefully you can continue to contribute to the list.
>
> You are leaving massive shoes to fill.
>
> Rod Harris
>
>
> On 5 April 2013 09:25, Easter, David  wrote:
>
>> **
>>
>> Hi All,
>>
>>
>>
>>   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane(general 
>> manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news -
>> just give it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>>
>>
>>
>>   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>>
>>
>>
>>   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
>> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events
>> puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note
>> that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent
>> out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to
>> discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the
>> news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>>
>>
>>
>>   This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
>> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group
>> I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in
>> person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a
>> family with all of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the
>> brand and products that you channel so much passion and positive energy
>> towards.
>>
>>
>>
>>This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning,
>> but I've created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and
>> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute
>> what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye -
>> just a change in the weather...
>>
>>
>>
>> -David J. Easter
>>
>> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>>
>>
>>
>> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in
>> this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My
>> voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a
>> spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software,
>> Inc.
>>  _ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_
>
>
> _ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_
>

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OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[John Baker]

David

I'm sorry to hear of this news. Your input to this community has been 
appreciated by hundreds of ARSlisters, and the frequency of your input 
would appear to have exceeded that of any other BMC employee. I honestly 
don't know how you managed to remember so much AR System documentation 
that for any subject, you always had a reference/link to hand!


I assume you can now join the 'dark side' and become a contractor, of 
which I suspect there will be plenty of work ahead of you.



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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Rod Harris]

Hi David,

That's terrible news and you will be missed. Good luck with whatever you
are doing next and hopefully you can continue to contribute to the list.

You are leaving massive shoes to fill.

Rod Harris


On 5 April 2013 09:25, Easter, David  wrote:

> **
>
> Hi All,
>
>
>
>   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general
> manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give
> it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>
>
>
>   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>
>
>
>   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events
> puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note
> that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent
> out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to
> discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the
> news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>
>
>
>   This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group
> I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in
> person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a
> family with all of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the
> brand and products that you channel so much passion and positive energy
> towards.
>
>
>
>This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but
> I've created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and
> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute
> what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye -
> just a change in the weather...
>
>
>
> -David J. Easter
>
> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>
>
>
> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in
> this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My
> voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a
> spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software,
> Inc.
>  _ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_

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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Rick Cook]

You will indeed leave big, empty shoes to fill.  Best wishes, fair winds,
and following seas in whatever comes next.

Rick
On Apr 4, 2013 6:25 PM, "Easter, David"  wrote:

> **
>
> Hi All,
>
>
>
>   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general
> manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give
> it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>
>
>
>   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>
>
>
>   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events
> puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note
> that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent
> out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to
> discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the
> news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>
>
>
>   This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group
> I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in
> person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a
> family with all of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the
> brand and products that you channel so much passion and positive energy
> towards.
>
>
>
>This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but
> I've created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and
> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute
> what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye -
> just a change in the weather...
>
>
>
> -David J. Easter
>
> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>
>
>
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> this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My
> voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a
> spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software,
> Inc.
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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Steve Kallestad]

Wow.

I'm not quite sure how to respond, but there is no question that your
presence will be missed.  You will be leaving behind some big shoes to fill.

It is good to hear that you'll still be active on the list.

Take care,
Steve

On Thu, Apr 4, 2013 at 6:25 PM, Easter, David  wrote:

> **
>
> Hi All,
>
>
>
>   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general
> manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give
> it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>
>
>
>   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>
>
>
>   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this
> group wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events
> puts a significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note
> that this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent
> out... lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to
> discuss any details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the
> news straight from the horse's a er... mouth.
>
>
>
>   This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the
> reason for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group
> I've ever had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in
> person, talked with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a
> family with all of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the
> brand and products that you channel so much passion and positive energy
> towards.
>
>
>
>This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but
> I've created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and
> subscribed to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute
> what I can - just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye -
> just a change in the weather...
>
>
>
> -David J. Easter
>
> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>
>
>
> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in
> this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My
> voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a
> spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software,
> Inc.
>  _ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_

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Re: OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Patrick Zandi]

Booo
His

I always appreciated you and you always were very balanced and truthful 

It is sad situation..



Sent from my iPhone

On Apr 4, 2013, at 21:25, "Easter, David"  wrote:

> **
> Hi All,
>  
>   I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general 
> manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give 
> it to 'em straight.  So here goes.
>  
>   As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.
>  
>   While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this group 
> wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events puts a 
> significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note that 
> this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent out... 
> lest someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to discuss any 
> details of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the news straight 
> from the horse's a er...  mouth.
>  
>   This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the reason 
> for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group I've ever 
> had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in person, talked 
> with even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a family with all 
> of you.  I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the brand and 
> products that you channel so much passion and positive energy towards.
>  
>This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will cease functioning, but 
> I've created a new E-mail address (david_easter...@yahoo.com) and subscribed 
> to the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute what I can - 
> just from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye - just a change 
> in the weather...
>  
> -David J. Easter
> (Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System
>  
> The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in 
> this E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My 
> voluntary participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a 
> spokesperson, liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software, 
> Inc.
> _ARSlist: "Where the Answers Are" and have been for 20 years_

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OT: An unexpected fork in the road...

[Easter, David]

Hi All,



  I watched the movie "Moneyball" a few nights ago.  Billy Beane (general 
manager for the Oakland A's) had advice for delivering bad news - just give it 
to 'em straight.  So here goes.



  As of April 5th, I'm no longer an employee of BMC Software, Inc.



  While my disclaimer has always stated that my participation in this group 
wasn't an official function for BMC, obviously this turn of events puts a 
significant kink in my continued involvement in the ARSList. :-)  Note that 
this is in no way a result of the April Fool's posting that I sent out... lest 
someone jump to an errant conclusion.   I won't be able to discuss any details 
of the situation, but you guys deserved to hear the news straight from the 
horse's a er... mouth.



  This has been an amazing 7 years of my career and all of you are the reason 
for that.  This is the most vibrant, animated and supportive group I've ever 
had the pleasure to be a part of.  I've met many of you in person, talked with 
even more in virtual space, but I feel like a part of a family with all of you. 
 I will truly miss the opportunity to represent the brand and products that you 
channel so much passion and positive energy towards.



   This E-mail address (david_eas...@bmc.com) will 
cease functioning, but I've created a new E-mail address 
(david_easter...@yahoo.com) and subscribed to 
the list as a "private citizen".  I'll continue to contribute what I can - just 
from a different vantage point.  So this isn't goodbye - just a change in the 
weather...



-David J. Easter
(Previously) Manager of Product Management, AR System

The opinions, statements, and/or suggested courses of action expressed in this 
E-mail do not necessarily reflect those of BMC Software, Inc. My voluntary 
participation in this forum is not intended to convey a role as a spokesperson, 
liaison or public relations representative for BMC Software, Inc.

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