IBM

Worked in software/firmware development in Rochester, MN for about three and a half years as a vendor. Lot of freedom in getting the job done, not much monitoring. Everybody's potential seems to have been well utilized. Co-workers were really very helpful in getting up to speed during the first six months to one year. Very little office politics and negative coworkers. Fast-paced environment, but the project was well planned/organized, with little chaos. Helps a lot in work/life balance by allowing to work from home, flexible working hours, etc.

For vendors, there are some non-job-related problems. It is very difficult to convert to a full-time employee due to some legal restrictions.

Use resources more effectively.