Xylem operates as a massive start-up company, without an overarching vision. The Executive Leadership team seems inexperienced & has difficulty developing & communicating a clear vision.
The cultures of the companies acquired by Xylem are over-taken within the first year of acquisition, resulting in reduced morale across the organizations. The messaging of critical communications to staff is poor, often resulting in confusion.
There is a general lack of leadership throughout the organization, at all levels.
The company continues to operate as individual entities - there is no overarching unity.
Growth opportunities are severely limited beyond middle management level.