World Wide Technology reviews

4.0

78% would recommend to a friend

(2,521 total reviews)
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Jim Kavanaugh

89% approve of CEO

79% positive business outlook

World Wide Technology has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 2,521 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The World Wide Technology employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.7 stars).

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3K reviews
5.0
Aug 7, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Work life balance, Growth Opportunities, culture, private company with exciting future

Cons

Currently in a spot where the growth opportunity to make more money is small. Feel like the only option to earn a significant raise is by moving to other company, stressful clients at times. Very hard for friends to get fair chance of employment with WWT.

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World Wide Technology Response
9mo
Thank you for your review of WWT! We strive to be a great place to work for all, which includes opportunities for growth and advancement. We will continue to invest in career growth resources and encourage all employees to discuss their personal career goals and aspirations with their manager and HR in order to develop expectations and a plan for advancement. Thanks again!
5.0
Aug 7, 2025

Culture

Recommend
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Pros

Strong Industry Reputation WWT is known for its innovation and excellence in delivering IT solutions, especially in enterprise technology infrastructure and services. 2. Global Presence With operations worldwide, WWT can serve global clients efficiently, offering consistent service across regions. 3. Advanced Technology Center (ATC) WWT’s ATC is a unique, large-scale lab environment that allows customers to test and validate solutions before deployment, reducing risk. 4. Vendor-Neutral Solutions WWT partners with major tech companies (Cisco, Dell, VMware, etc.), giving customers access to a wide range of technologies — and objective advice. 5. Customer-Centric Approach WWT emphasizes long-term partnerships and tailors solutions based on specific business needs, rather than pushing a one-size-fits-all model. 6. Strong Culture and Employee Satisfaction Frequently ranked as a top place to work (e.g., by Fortune), with an emphasis on diversity, inclusion, and continuous development. 7. Innovation & R&D Focus Heavy investment in emerging technologies such as AI, cloud, edge computing, and cybersecurity — keeping clients at the cutting edge. 8. Security & Compliance Expertise WWT helps companies comply with regulatory standards while implementing secure infrastructure — crucial for sectors like healthcare and finance. 9. Integrated Supply Chain Services End-to-end supply chain management allows WWT to deliver not just design and consulting, but also physical IT deployment at scale. 10. Sustainability Initiatives WWT has shown a growing commitment to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles in recent years

Cons

Premium Pricing WWT provides high-quality services, but their solutions can be expensive. This may not suit startups or smaller enterprises with tight budgets. 2. Complexity of Offerings With such a broad portfolio of vendors and services, clients may find it overwhelming to navigate solutions without strong guidance. 3. Enterprise-Focused WWT primarily serves large enterprises and government organizations. Smaller businesses may not receive the same level of attention or customization. 4. Dependence on Vendor Ecosystem While WWT is vendor-neutral, its deep ties to major tech companies like Cisco, Dell, and HPE could potentially bias solution recommendations. 5. Less Public Visibility Despite being a multibillion-dollar private company, WWT has lower brand recognition compared to public tech giants, which may affect recruiting or client trust outside the U.S. 6. Limited Consumer-Facing Services WWT doesn’t operate in the consumer tech space, so individuals or small teams looking for simple, off-the-shelf solutions might not find them here. 7. Scaling Challenges in Emerging Markets While WWT is expanding globally, its infrastructure and local support may be less developed in some regions compared to more localized competitors. 8. Potential Bureaucracy As a large organization, decision-making and internal processes may sometimes be slow or involve multiple layers of approval. 9. Limited Custom Development WWT specializes in integration, consulting, and infrastructure but may not be the best fit for organizations seeking extensive custom software development. 10. Private Company Transparency Being privately held, WWT is not required to publish detailed financials or business performance metrics, which can limit external visibility into its operations.

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World Wide Technology Response
9mo
We appreciate your thoughtful review and feedback of World Wide Technology, and we're pleased that your experience has been a great one!
5.0
Aug 6, 2025

Good company

Recommend
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Pros

There is great work life balance and wonderful leadership.

Cons

Consider bringing more roles back to the U.S. While I understand that some positions need to be filled internationally to support global business operations, there are many roles that could be successfully performed by U.S.-based employees. Prioritizing domestic hiring where possible would not only support the U.S. economy but also help maintain consistent quality. While I’ve worked with many talented colleagues in Costa Rica, there are times when cost savings appear to take precedence over skill and experience.

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World Wide Technology Response
10mo
Thank you for your review! We’re pleased to see your experience has been positive! World Wide Technology is a global company with operations, customers, and business opportunities all over the world. Hiring employees in these areas is crucial to our growth and success. Thanks again!
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