REI Systems reviews

Incompetent and abusive managers. Very poor work life balance. Managers set a very high standard for their employees which is in a way kind of good. The problem is they don't set the same level of standard for themselves. They blame their subordinates for their own abysmal project plan and execution.

1. Incompetent senior and mid-level management - right from COO to line level managers 2. Persistent record of absolute distrust for external hires - employees who have been with REI for long have a habit of keeping things close to themselves while making relatively newer external hires look incompetent 3. Record of flouting all terms and conditions that were negotiated after an employee is hired 4. Strong performers are few and far between - high performers are odd people out in the environment 5. Strong resistance to evolution of the culture to remain relevant in the industry 6. Lack of accountability on part of senior and mid-level management 7. Very theoritical/bookish management styles adopted by leaders/managers - focus is not on tangible results 8. Leadership lacks capability to drive and manage large portfolio 9. Close knit fraternity of old timers look down upon newer external hires and their experience - sign of disrespect and arrogance - not a healthy environment for new hires