Wants to be many things, doesnt manage to be anything - Anonymous employee Philips Employee Review

2.0
1 Oct 2011
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Nice new office; Very nice people; Ok discount for some lines of products (not electronics); Flexibel workspace and hours;

Cons

Promotions and job advancement is limited to those pleasing the right people; Constant changes in management and strategy that never seem to deliver desired results; Location of office in Sao Paulo ; New office (without fixed desk) does not have enough space for everyone, so there are days that you get there and there is no where for you to sit; A lot of dead (and expensive) wood that does not get the right treatment, which takes motivation from those working hard; Dutch incompetent employees are "untouchable", even though their work needs to be redone by others; HR is not trusted by employees and does not care about it. Health plan keeps getting worse and worse to save costs. Feeling that the boat is sinking and no one at the helm to stir it to the right direction and save the ship;

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Thank you for your review. It’s gratifying to know that you have such a good time in our company. We appreciate your contributions and wish you all the best.
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Cons

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Philips Response
3d
Thank you for sharing your perspective and for your multi-year dedication to our organization. We are pleased to hear that our competitive total rewards, inclusive workplace culture, and focus on flexibility have contributed positively to your employee experience. We acknowledge the feedback regarding organizational dynamics and the impact of structural changes on team sentiment. As we adapt to evolving market demands, we remain focused on change management optimization, enhancing transparent internal communication, and building long-term stability across our business units. We encourage you to reach out to HR or your manager for a discussion regarding your feedback. Once again, we appreciate your continued contributions to the team.
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