Highly political environment — Advancement often appears influenced by internal alignment rather than merit or performance.
Inconsistent leadership practices — Emerging Markets PACS leadership lacks unified strategy, resulting in uneven investment and unclear priorities across regions.
Limited growth opportunities — Some regions receive significantly less support and visibility, making career progression difficult.Weak product management leadership — Many leaders come from analytical backgrounds without strong solution or ecosystem understanding, which affects product direction.
Lack of innovation — Minimal major product advancements in recent years despite a large product management organization.
Role duplication — Too many overlapping product management roles with unclear ownership and responsibilities.
No clear strategic direction — PACS leadership does not provide a cohesive long‑term roadmap, leading to confusion and slow execution.