If you ain't Dutch, you ain't much - Senior Design Project Manager Philips Employee Review

2.0
Apr 3, 2010
Recommend
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Pros

You can coast if you want There are some nice people Opportunities to go to Amsterdam Pretty good pay and benefits Relaxed atmosphere Experience with a global, Fortune 500 company

Cons

Unless you are a white, male from Europe, there is little chance for advancement. Strong "time served" mentality. Promotion is based almost solely on time with the company. Real aversion to making decisions. Everyone is involved in the discussions, but no one make the decisions. completely oblivious to their clients and the market.

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5.0
May 21, 2026
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Pros

Good Company, good resources and many helpful people

Cons

No cons, pay was adequate

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Philips Response
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Thanks for sharing your experience and for your time with us at Philips. It's wonderful to know that you found good resources and a helpful, supportive environment among our teams. We truly appreciate your dedication and your contributions during your journey here. We wish you the very best of success in your future career challenges.
2.0
Jun 1, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Philips still has good people, meaningful healthcare technology, and a strong brand name. Many employees care deeply about the customers, the products, and doing quality work.

Cons

The company culture has gone downhill. Management has become increasingly reliant on spreadsheet-driven decision making that often has little connection to real field conditions, employee workload, or customer impact. Priorities and goals change constantly, creating a desperate, reactive environment where employees are not given enough time to adjust before leadership shifts direction again. Morale suffers because teams are expected to execute against moving targets while leadership treats unrealistic planning as an execution problem.

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Philips Response
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Thank you for sharing your review! It is excellent to know that you value our teams, the focus on the customer, and the impact of our healthcare technologies. Your insights regarding leadership planning and our organizational culture help us continuously improve our teams' workplace experiences. We apologize for any inconvenience caused and encourage you to discuss these points with your HR partner or manager so we can grow together. Once again, thank you for your contributions and wishing you great success in your professional journey.
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