Too big to fail while too big to move fast - Anonymous employee BASF Employee Review

3.0
Apr 6, 2016
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Well established and well known organization. Global player in Chemical Industry. Diversified business portfolio providing various career opportunities including international assignment. Friendly and down-to-earth working culture with focus on business ethics.

Cons

Not market/ customer-oriented. Hierarchical and slow in decision-making. Not dynamic enough to respond timely to market changes. Too complicated in the organizations which affect efficiency. Top management are still "German-centric".

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Cons

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