Information Builders – “Objective observations from former manager”

Pros

It has a very laid back atmosphere during quiet times and fast-paced during release cycles. The co-workers were easy to get along with.

Cons

Entrenched upper management tends to stifle creativity. No company-wide salary increases since 2001. Decreasing health benefits. Layoff of vital employees. Some psycho managers ruin the work experience. The organization can be cliqueish. No cross-training of employees in case of excessive work demands. Company will not promote key employees until the key employees attempts to leave company.

Advice to Senior Management

Perhaps address the issues in the downsides section and the company can actually achieve something formidable.