Tough to get things done - Assoc. Director Cognizant Employee Review

2.0
Jun 7, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Large company with varying corporate cultures depending on geo, team - so if you're stuck in a bad one, you can try to move to another team and have better luck. Some leaders are very open to new ideas. HR business partners are wonderful - willing to listen to concerns and are sympathetic/empathetic (but not empowered to do much to help anyone).

Cons

Internal IT support is terrible - they must use their best for customers. Tickets can take weeks to resolve and, if you want to install some software to try something new or for a proof-of-concept, you'll give up on it before you get the needed approvals. Internal/corporate functions have some great people but are simply not empowered or enabled to help anybody - they often have creative ideas that go nowhere. And the restrictions are getting worse. Timesheets for everyone - doesn't matter if you're not billable (i.e. in a corporate function) - you can get dinged on your annual review if you're submitting them late. Bonuses and increases have been weak for at least 2 or 3 years - maybe longer. Watchout for layoffs - they've been ongoing on a large scale for 2 years and are likely to continue. Company promotes internal moves but makes accessing opportunities impossible. I think those moves are all geared toward billable associates - corporate functions are out of luck.

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Pros

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Cons

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1.0
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Pros

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Cons

"India-first mentality." The company says it wants to work with people across the Americas and Europe, but many decisions still seem to follow an Indian way of operating without properly considering local labor laws, regulations, and workplace expectations. There are serious concerns about job stability. The company frequently praises itself for creating employment opportunities, but at the same time, it appears to be bringing more employees from India into U.S. roles while letting go of people from the Americas and Europe who have contributed to the company. This creates uncertainty and raises questions about the company's commitment to its existing workforce. Every meeting seems to be focused on AI : AI this, AI that, AI everywhere. Employees are constantly asked to complete AI related training and adapt to AI initiatives, while at the same time letting people go so they can afford AI. Compensation is another area that needs improvement. After my contributions and time with the company, my last salary increase was only $20, which felt extremely discouraging and showed a lack of appreciation for employees' efforts.

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