Pros
Philips program and project managers use a structured approach to PM. PMI methodologies, Lean Agile, SAFe, Six Sigma and SIM (System Implementation Methodology) were all used in the stagegating process. People really care about their work and in the teams they cooperate with the team objectives. They use consensual decision making and risk measures for compliance guidance to projects. I really loved my time at Philips. The projects were very challenging and complex, and I travelled internationally to implement systems all over the globe. There was a tremendous amount of trust and automony if you are competent in your role. I really enjoyed making a difference. The caliber of employees and respect made me stay a long time. My initial manager, was awesome, competent and really knew quality assurance and quality management. I learned a lot from her.
Cons
Corporate restructuring in the Quality and IT spaces over the years caused alot of unnecessary change. Outsourcing of IT to India was excessive and made projects take longer IMHO. Managers changed and you were moved to other depts. if you were good too. Sometimes with little input.
