SAP

International working atmosphere – SAP is a global company with an impressive diversity of employees. The intercultural exchange and the opportunity to work with colleagues from different countries are definitely positive aspects.

This can be an enriching experience and offers an interesting insight into different work methods and perspectives.

Good lunch and social benefits – The canteen offers a wide selection of dishes, and lunch is often a highlight of the day. In addition, there are some solid social benefits, which vary depending on the location, but in many cases are better than the industry average.

No room for real innovation and progress – SAP is a typical large corporation where political games and internal power struggles hinder progress. While the company preaches innovation externally, many employees in reality experience a sluggish, inefficient way of working characterized by bureaucracy and endless meetings. Ideas and suggestions for improvement often get lost in management or are slowed down by lengthy approval processes.

Unfair promotion policy and virtue signaling – Promotions are not always based on performance or competence, but often for political or PR reasons. SAP places great importance on its public image and sometimes seems more concerned with presenting itself as a modern, diverse company on social media than with truly fostering high-performing talent. As a result, many dedicated employees are overlooked, while others are favored due to corporate strategy or image management.

Lack of recognition and problematic evaluation system – The hard work of employees is rarely appreciated. At the same time, there is a non-transparent evaluation system that is neither transparent nor fair. Employees who are highly committed and deliver real value are not adequately rewarded, while inefficient processes and time wasting remain without consequences. This system leads to frustration and, in the long term, to demotivation throughout the company.

Lack of transparency and poor communication – Since 2019, with the new leadership, clear signs of decline have been recognizable. Cuts in the training budget, declining quality of meetings and company events, as well as a general decline in corporate culture show that SAP is struggling with serious problems. Despite this recognizable negative development, there is a lack of honest communication from the leadership level. Important decisions are either poorly communicated or deliberately kept opaque.

Poor HR department and inefficient processes – The HR department is not only slow, but often handles requests incorrectly or with unnecessary delays. Many employees find dealing with HR frustrating, as even simple requests turn into lengthy processes. Instead of taking on a supportive role, HR is often perceived as a bureaucratic hurdle that complicates rather than facilitates everyday work.