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Work-life balance depends on project to project. Some project follow great work culture while others not. Very less rewards and recognition. Rarely appreciated for your efforts.
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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Nothing is there to like about cognizant, 10 hrs in office is mandatory, no job security, not much hike.
1. 10 Hrs in office is mandatory. 2. No job security. 3. Not much hike. 4. Office politics.
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
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Very difficult to get promotion in cognizant. Work life balance is very bad. Work culture is very bad
Boring
Work timings: Strict Timings
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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It is very good place to work ... And for your work you will be getting rewarded... You have 100% work life balance in all the projects because of good culture every employee will be in a positive relationship.. which results a good place to work
No Dislikes ... There are few but not worthy to comment
Work days: Monday to Friday
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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IT Consulting Department
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Learning and nothing else.
No job security is here..they suddenly release you from project and you will not get project. Bench period is very bad. After some days Hr will terminate you.
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
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I appreciate the collaborative environment at Cognizant, where learning and sharing knowledge are highly encouraged. The company offers plenty of growth opportunities and exposure to diverse technologies, such as Salesforce and more, which helps in continuous skill development. Also I became GenC next here right after one year and got all the timely increments and promotions.
While Cognizant offers a lot of growth opportunities, the fast-paced environment can sometimes lead to high work pressure, and balancing multiple projects can be challenging. Additionally, the communication between teams could be improved for smoother project coordination.
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work days: Monday to Friday (Strict Timings)
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No work life balance at all and management is not good.
Lack of work life balace they have policy of 10 hrs working on top of that management is asking to work more than that. Other MNC companies in the market have 9 hrs working
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work days: Monday to Friday (Strict Timings)
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IT Support Department
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: 1. **Diverse Opportunities:** Cognizant offers a range of projects across various industries, which can help employees gain diverse experience and develop new skills. 2. **Career Growth:** The company emphasizes professional development with training programs, certifications, and career advancement opportunities. 3. **Global Presence:** Working with clients and teams around the world provides a broad perspective and the chance to engage in international projects. 4. **Work-Life Balance:** Many employees find that Cognizant promotes a healthy work-life balance with flexible working arrangements. 5. **Innovative Environment:** The company encourages innovation and stays at the forefront of technology trends, offering employees the chance to work on cutting-edge projects. 6. **Supportive Culture:** Cognizant often promotes a collaborative and supportive work environment, fostering teamwork and mutual respect. These aspects contribute to a positive work experience for many employees at Cognizant....Read More
1. **Workload and Pressure:** Some employees may experience high workloads and pressure, especially during peak project phases or tight deadlines. 2. **Bureaucracy:** In large organizations like Cognizant, navigating bureaucratic processes and hierarchies can sometimes be challenging and slow. 3. **Career Advancement:** There can beconcerns about the pace of career progression and the need for clearer pathways for promotions and role changes. 4. **Compensation and Benefits:** Employees might feel that compensation and benefits could be more competitive compared to industry standards. 5. **Work-Life Balance:** Despite efforts to promote balance, some roles may still involve long hours or demanding schedules that impact work-life balance. 6. **Management Variability:** Experiences with management can vary widely, with some employees finding their interactions with leaders less supportive or effective than desired. These aspects can vary by individual experience and specific role within the company....Read More
Work policy: 2 days/week from office
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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If joined as a fresher then too many learning opportunities will be there. If worked hard and learned all necessary skills as a fresher then environment will remain good.
If joined as a fresher and didn't developed necessary skills then layoff is fixed. Project interviews will be tough. Some manager will own you whereas some projects and people of projects are actually good. So it's like 50/50.
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
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Work Life Balance. But still it depends on the project you are working on.
No Job Security. No flexibility within the management and reportee...incompetent/worst HR and Management,Worst project allocation process.
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work days: Monday to Friday (Strict Timings)
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Finance Department
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Nothing, you can just work until you don't get job anywhere.
When tire 4 and 5 companies gives good hike, meanwhile this company is soo kanjoos to give hike. Also every year they use to change the months of the hike. One year it will be April another year it will be August without arrear. Please don't go to this company.
Work days: Monday to Friday (Strict Timings)
Work related travel: This job involves Travel Within Country.
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Technology / IT Department
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Opportunity to learn - since people are leaving everyday !
Most of the senior mgmt in cognizant are old , stubborn, egoistic and obnoxious people . They refused to work in teams, they refused to work at par with young associates and they have a very capitalistic mentality - they won't read mails and ask for updated on weekends ! The tools used in CTS are outdated and buggy making the work very very slow
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
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Quality Assurance and Testing Department
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-Its a big organization and there are bureaucracy. But still the process are smooth (Yes, there are delays here & there which is expected) - You have the flexibility to work from any cognizant location you desire (Depends upon some project too) - I personally didn't have any problems availing leaves, which is one of the few things I really appreciate.
- Favoritism ( u will get every opportunity if u are an a** licker) - No scope for growth (If you ambitious, even a little bit do not join this organization. The promotion & salary hikes are horrible) - Leadership team is pathetic. If push comes to shove, they will throw you under the bus and will not hesitate. (Generally it's the duty of a leader to absorb the blow if things don't go a certain direction as they are the one making these decisions.)...Read More
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work days: Monday to Friday (Strict Timings)
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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Software Development Department
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As working here is quite good when your manager is cooperative. Though In previous two years work and manager both was good no complaints for them and i worked from home till now and everyone was cool.
Now during current project my so called manager is psycho. Here in cognizant manager also do coding but he is like only I have to do everything and he just wants credit for it. Even to other squads he is like only he is doing work. He oftenly insulted me and two other team mates. I talked with my home manager but no benefit. Only you have to suffer in that scenario.
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DBA / Data warehousing Department
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I feel like a home and work space in cognizant is extremely good, I really wish to work with your company again.
I dislike about salary increments.
Work days: Rotational Shift (Flexible Timings)
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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Overall, Cognizant seems to offer a balanced work environment with opportunities for growth and development, especially for those in technical roles
Many employees feel that getting promoted is a tough task and that the company does not offer enough opportunities for career advancement
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Bad company
Managers are worst they will do what they rohit tikare and bhavani chukula are managers and they play with careers of employees This bhavani smoke cigar on face of employees
Work days: Monday to Friday (Strict Timings)
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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No good quality need to mention
Terrible experience, lots of politics in case of promotion, onsite opportunity, no salary increment even you have received good rating
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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IT Consulting Department
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If you are not satisfied with anything here that's all depends on your reporing manager. Since my reporing manager is below average, my bonus salary hike is worst, and promotion never think of it even if I stay here for next 3 years. I got first promotion and 100% hike in just 1 year when my ex lead was there, it has been almost 3 years from my last promotion from then very less hike. But the amount hard work 4 persons work handling single handed....Read More
Work policy: 3 days/week from office
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Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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No consideration for senior employee and the management is not so good as expected especially in POI project
Work days: Monday to Friday (Flexible Timings)
Work related travel: This is a desk job.
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