Microsoft Partner, AWS Partner, Salesforce Partner, SAP Partner
Microsoft Partner, AWS Partner, SAP Partner
Green Flags
Large global scale — can handle enterprise projects Some genuinely talented people in specific teams Good vendor partnerships and certification support
Fresh start — not burdened by IBM's bureaucracy Focus on infrastructure services Some teams have genuine technical depth
Red Flags
66% offshore workforce — highest of any major Australian MSP Annual restructuring cycles — predictably unpredictable Acquired 4 companies in 5 years, erased all brands Below-market salaries (A$113K average vs A$128-138K market) Razer data breach: US$6.5M in damages awarded BOQ and ME Bank offshoring scandals documented Glassdoor reviews describe 'toxic' culture in some teams
Spun off from IBM — still finding its identity Inherited IBM's legacy contracts and problems Below-market salaries High offshore ratio Uncertain strategic direction
Worker Pros
Exposure to large, complex projects Global brand opens doors Some teams have excellent managers
Fresh start — can build culture from scratch Infrastructure focus is clear Some technical teams are excellent
Worker Cons
66% offshore means onshore roles are increasingly 'bridge' positions Annual restructuring creates constant uncertainty Below-market salaries with opaque promotion processes Four acquired companies erased — expect yours next Executive bonuses while staff are made redundant
Inherited IBM's problems Below-market salaries Uncertain strategic direction High offshore ratio
Both Global Integrator and Infrastructure Spin-off have strengths and weaknesses. Your choice depends on your priorities — whether that's career growth, salary, work-life balance, or technical exposure.
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