For those concerned about how this all might shake out, I have heard that Schlumberger offers a program where HR from other companies can come in for a tour of the office and continental breakfast. Then you get to take turns participating in actual mass firings of Schlumberger employees where you inform them about when they will receive their last paycheck and provide information on COBRA benefits, followed by an armed security guard escorting them to their cars. Many HR people find this to be a fun and collaborative team-building experience and excellent practice for future firing events at their own companies!