They Lie to Their Employees, Customers, and Partners - Sr. Contract Specialist Mathematica Employee Review

1.0
Feb 6, 2026
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Pros

They specialize in social policy research, program evaluation, data analytics, evidence-based solutions, and advisory services.

Cons

Mathematica is one of the most unscrupulous companies out there. They will not uphold promises to anyone—whether you're an employee, a customer, or a business partner. They always find ways to wriggle out of employment agreements, contracts, or any commitments that no longer serve them. As an employee, if a senior executive makes you a promise—even in writing—don't count on it sticking. Once that exec is gone or things shift, someone else will simply tell you they won't honor it. Do not work for this company. Do not do business with them. Save yourself the headache and look elsewhere—there are better options out there that actually value integrity and keep their word.

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Cons

Poor strategic planning. Rather than performing real analysis and proactive thinking, leadership reacts to the environment. Strategy development and implementation at Mathematica seems like leadership throws wet spaghetti against the wall to see what sticks. In the 2010s, it was predictive modeling. Rather than proactively using predictive modeling to support their client's goals and the organization's mission, they created a data analytics division, hired smart people, and provided no guidance to support the division. Today, AI has replaced predictive modeling. These examples provide two instances of failures of corporate leadership; many more exist. Unfortunately, the company suffers from short-term incentives and an aversion to long-term investments. As an employee-owned company, you would think that the board and leadership would be more responsive to the employees. No! Over time, they have removed employees' voices from decision-making and focused on increasing their own power and independence.

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