Ascendion Reviews

3.8

75% would recommend to a friend

(986 total reviews)

Karthik Krishnamurthy

85% approve of CEO

73% positive business outlook

Ascendion has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 986 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Ascendion employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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986 reviews
1.0
18 Dec 2023
Recommend
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Pros

Pay and benefits, that's about it.

Cons

The organizational culture presented by the company significantly deviates from its projected image, leaning towards an unexpectedly aggressive tone. Interaction with the Chief Commercial Officer is notably challenging, marked by a cautious and tense atmosphere. His management style can be perceived as overbearing, characterized by a notable self-importance. The weekly Thursday meetings, ostensibly for business updates, often appear to be more focused on reinforcing his authority. A concerning observation within the team is the perception that his harsh critiques during these meetings are a skewed form of recognition. This dynamic contributes to a distressing and unproductive work environment.

1.0
23 July 2023

Unethical Company

Recommend
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Pros

No pros, all cons of working here.

Cons

Work-Life Balance: Regrettably, the work-life balance at this organization is notably lacking, creating an illusion of unattainable harmony. Employees are expected to labor incessantly, resembling mechanical entities rather than human beings, devoting an excessive 15+ hours daily, including weekends. Strikingly, basic necessities like restroom breaks, lunch intervals, and refreshment pauses are alarmingly disregarded. Culture: The organization's culture stands apart in an unfavorable manner compared to others. Its primary focus centers around candidate submissions, adhering rigorously to a "W-2 with no benefits" mantra, a practice that is prominently upheld. The authenticity of communication is questionable, as representatives from India deceive consultants regarding their actual location. Furthermore, the absence of subsidized food compels employees to bear the full cost of sustenance, and pre-employment medical tests are an unexpected financial burden. Benefits: The organization offers limited benefits to its employees, lacking crucial support in career development, which remains conspicuously absent from their portfolio. There appears to be a deliberate endeavor to bind individuals to a "call center" role, incorporating a bond that employees find challenging to fulfill, camouflaging it under the guise of training costs. Compensation: Compensation is intricately linked to the art of ingratiating oneself to one's reporting manager and team leader. A rather disconcerting practice of underpaying consultants is common, supplemented by falsehoods regarding increased budgets supposedly secured from end-clients. This duplicitous tactic is employed to deter candidates from exploring opportunities elsewhere, where more equitable compensation is offered for similar roles. Career Development: Unfortunately, career development prospects within the organization are exceedingly limited. Employees face a disheartening reality, trapped in an environment that neglects the importance of upskilling and fails to equip its workforce for future challenges. Coworkers: The atmosphere among coworkers is rife with toxicity, marked by instances of public abuse within the workplace. Regrettably, the HR department exhibits a biased approach, seemingly overlooking these issues and displaying preferential treatment towards senior employees. Senior Leadership: The senior leadership of the organization, rather regrettably, turns a blind eye to the aforementioned toxic behavior, presumably driven by a desire to maintain a high influx of candidate submissions, overlooking the well-being of their workforce. Workplace: Despite boasting a "Best Place to Work" certification from SIAA, the organization appears to prioritize this accolade over addressing pressing issues related to the working conditions and the well-being of its employees, which compromises their overall health and welfare. In summary, this organization presents a range of concerning issues across various aspects, from work-life balance and compensation to culture and career development. Prospective employees should be aware of these aspects while considering opportunities within the organization.

1.0
7 Feb 2024

Beware before joining

Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Clients are great, management and leadership is not.

Cons

Where to start -Low pay. Especially since they compare themselves with more established companies but don’t provide their employees with corresponding pay. -Management at an office level is not professional. -Culture is toxic and they try to make it look like there is great camaraderie but it’s the opposite. Even if you address issues to management, things don’t improve and management not only enables unprofessional and inappropriate but also part takes in it. -Management and leadership will promise you a lot and act like they support you but behind your back they are making decisions without your input that affects your ability to effectively. -Management and leadership is inconsistent. Depending on who you talk to they will tell you to focus on different things and no one agrees to what should be prioritized and blame you for their lack of direction. -Lots of micromanagement from managers and high level leadership with little to no help, support, or direction.

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