Open Technology Solutions Reviews

Pros

OTS has been a positive company to work for. Leadership has been transparent and effective in its decision-making. Team members are diverse, kind, professional, and helpful. The ability to work remotely twice per week is a nice bonus. The breakroom is always stocked with drinks and snacks for when you need a pick me up.

Cons

Overall, the company has followed through on its promises and mission.

Pros

Overall OTS is a good place to work. I have been with the company for several years, and thus far I like the company more and more each year. Lately the company is making a push to improve company culture, which in my opinion had been severely lacking. I don't love my job, but I have no plans to leave anytime soon. - Great work life balance (Never been asked to work much beyond 40 hours/week). - Leadership/Management makes an honest effort to address and improve employee concerns and feedback. - Very supportive of training opportunities and will pay for certifications. - Acceptable benefits.

Cons

- Smaller company so Career Opportunities are limited. - If you live near Denver, you are expected to be on-site at least 3 days/week. - Everything feels like it's a #1 priority, and project priorities seem to shift day by day. - High employee turnover (similar to most places I'm sure, but still a bummer). - Lack of standardization (Multiple chat tools used by different groups/teams, Multiple project planning tools, Documentation practices vary based on the manager, etc.)

Pros

Leadership at OTS has been and continues to be transparent. Steve Giddens, the CEO, has an open-door policy and offers concise, honest, and thoughtful dialog to any question(s) you may have. Remote work is supported though it may vary depending on your role. The office space is modern, clean, and welcoming. Leadership encourages and supports continuous improvement and supports the whole team member. The kitchen is always stocked with snacks and drinks for the team members. Dogs are welcomed into the office twice per week. Overall, the team members and leadership at OTS are best-in-class professionals, friendly, have positive attitudes, and are willing to help when asked.

Cons

The only downside during my time at OTS is a longer commute (my problem, not theirs).

Pros

I have been with OTS for several years. I have always considered it to be a good company with good senior leadership. There are several new leaders and the culture of the organization has really been impacted--in a most positive way. There is a elevated sense of urgency to get things done coupled with an elevated devotion to work/life balance. The new CEO has added maternity and parental bonding leave as well introduced several new ways to have meaning dialogues with him. There is not an ounce of pretentiousness! The new security leadership is also several notches of where it has been historically. There is a sincere caring overtone that is so refreshing. The new HR person is intent on having all leaders treat their employees with respect as well providing a map for growing in OTS; he's also pretty fun to be around. We now have dog days in the office as well!

Cons

Not sure that all the middle management people have caught onto the new culture. Hopefully, they do so or the leave. It is only 1 or 2 that need to "elevate." I'd also like to some bigger office space as we have outgrown our current facility and it is also dreary. They are talking about moving to nice, larger offices. Hopefully, that does happen.

Pros

Has a bit better pay than most similar positions at other companies

Cons

Lack of communication between teams, companies, and vendors hinders productivity

Pros

This company really works to make the employee happy. The core work ethic is very good and balanced between work and family. The comany uses Bonusly which encourages colleague positive re-inforcement to keep us all productive. There is also ample opportunities to cross train into the many facetted areas that involve networking. Open Technology Solutions is constantly collaborating on how to make our services and products better, staying on the cutting edge.

Cons

May not be a place for those who are willing to just get by. Not a whole lot of negatives with this company.

Pros

The company has been implementing many changes across the board. In particular, the push in changing some parts of the culture has been positive for the work environment. The teams seem to work well together.

Cons

There is always room for improvement, and it seems the company could do much better. Maybe the on-going changes will make it happen: That includes making better planning and enhancing teamwork.

Pros

- Company management cares about you, your voice can be heard - Corporate culture is improving every month - Flexibility (despite the fact that everyone should show up in the office sometimes, you can choose days that are comfortable for you) - human treatment - Varied and interesting projects

Cons

- As it's a growing consortium with many partners, sometimes the organization of the process is not always smooth, but this is only room for improving your skills - not 100% remote. I know that for some people it's a cons. But I enjoy going to the office and meeting really good people.

Pros

Straightforward communication style-easier access to the top of leadership Steady career growth-good pay Casual dress environment Fast-paced environment Work-life balance Lots of training available

Cons

Little to no work from home opportunity Stipends not available for employees who need to travel into the office daily

Pros

Remote work capability and awesome managers

Cons

Under paid, low member appreciation and no bonus