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Hart InterCivic

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If you don't mind only knowing what's going on in your cube, Hart InterCivic might just be for you. - Technical Writer Hart InterCivic Employee Review

3.0
Jan 6, 2009
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Pros

During the time I worked at Hart InterCivic, there were very good opportunities for contract employees to be hired on as permanent staff.

Cons

I worked as a Technical Writer, and was told from Day One that I would never, ever, ever, ever have access to the developer. There was one senior developer who I prayed every day would not be hit by a bus or become a victim of some other accident--if he went down the whole company was going to go down. I had to write documentation for software based on software alone...I was fortunate enough to have access to QA when I had questions. The UI had typographical errors in it that were "not important" enough to fix. Sorry folks, your UI is your window to the world. Making it perfect is critical. I had no idea who worked on what, who all was in my department, or why we were doing most of what we were doing.

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5.0
Dec 19, 2024
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Pros

Laid back culture, smaller company. Very well regarded in their field. Personal recognition for stellar performers. Great for remote work where applicable.

Cons

None, really. Closed the NextVote division which was probably the best for everyone as it didn't live up to the quality established in their main line of vote tabulation.

3.0
Sep 10, 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Effective Communication: Regular bi-monthly meetings ensure all employees are informed about business updates and departmental progress, promoting transparency across the organization. Innovative Technology: The engineering division is consistently advancing, with a strong emphasis on innovative product design, staying at the forefront of industry trends, and building technology that sets them apart from their competition. High-Quality Teams: The product and engineering departments are top-notch, demonstrating strong expertise and delivering high-caliber results that drive the company's success. Company-wide Engagement: The company goes above and beyond by flying the entire team in once a year for a kickoff event, fostering a strong sense of community and engagement through collaborative activities and team-building.

Cons

Intense Election Support: During election periods, employees across all departments are expected to assist with customer support, even without full knowledge of the products. This can create challenges in maintaining regular work responsibilities. Out of Touch Management: Some management members appear disconnected from their teams and lack accountability, raising questions about their leadership effectiveness and how they attained their roles. Inconsistent Leadership Decisions: Recent M&A activities, followed by a reversal two years later and subsequent layoffs, have created concerns about the company’s long-term strategy and leadership's ability to make sound, forward-looking decisions. No Remote Inclusion: While the culture at the Austin office is great, with numerous events and celebrations that promote socialization, remote employees often miss out on these experiences. There is limited focus on engaging and integrating remote team members into the company culture. Company-wide Engagement (pt2): As this is a once in a year activity, managers often miss the opportunity to connect with remote employees during this time, such as through team dinners or activities. Additionally, these events are sometimes scheduled during peak periods, like elections, which can prevent some employees from attending due to customer support responsibilities.

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