Great Place to Work, a global firm that assists organizations in developing positive workplace cultures, has announced its yearly ranking of the top 25 multinational workplaces worldwide. This list is derived from an extensive study of workplace environments and recognizes companies with exceptional work cultures.
To be eligible for this list, companies must meet specific requirements: placement on at least five national “Best Workplaces” lists, a minimum of 5,000 employees, and a workforce comprised of at least 40% employees based outside of the company’s home country.
Google secured the top position, consistently appearing on national “Best Workplaces” lists for various countries, including India and Japan.
For the second consecutive year, SAS Institute earned the second spot, recognized in countries such as Australia and Korea. SAS attributes its consistent presence on the list to its dedication to cultivating a positive and motivating global work atmosphere.
“Our employees develop software solutions that significantly impact lives. Our culture encourages their creativity and productivity. We prioritize minimizing distractions and alleviating daily stress to ensure our employees are happy, healthy, and proud of the impact their work delivers,” stated Jim Goodnight, CEO of SAS.
NetApp earned the third spot for the fourth consecutive year, praised for its exceptional workplaces in countries including Australia, China, India, and Japan. Tom Georgens, NetApp’s Chairman and CEO, emphasized the company’s commitment to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment, directly contributing to their overall success and employee satisfaction.
China Gorman, CEO of Great Place to Work, commended NetApp’s dedication to transparency and its efforts to cultivate trust and camaraderie amongst employees. She believes their inclusion on this list highlights the company’s dedication to improving employee experiences and adapting within a dynamic industry.
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WL Gore & Associates, renowned for its Gore-Tex fabric and recognized for its workplaces in China and Korea, secured the fourth position. CEO Terri Kelly highlighted the company’s focus on fostering a work environment that empowers employees, driving innovation and making a tangible difference in the world.
Microsoft ranked sixth, recognized in India, Japan, and the UAE for its workplace culture. Marriott followed closely behind in seventh place, acknowledged for its positive work environments in Australia, India, and the UAE.
Monsanto climbed to eighth place, attributed to its China and India locations, up from its twelfth-place ranking in 2013. Monsanto emphasized its unique position as the only agricultural company recognized in 2014, attributing the accomplishment to the collective effort of its global workforce in delivering innovative agricultural solutions.
Cisco secured the ninth position, receiving praise for workplaces including those in India and Saudi Arabia. American Express rounded out the top 10, recognized in India and Japan.
Other companies in the top 25 include Autodesk (13th), recognized for its Chinese offices; National Instruments (NI, 15th) for its offices in China, Japan, and Korea; FedEx (16th) for its India and UAE offices; EMC (18th) for locations in China, India, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the UAE; and Daimler Financial Services (19th) for offices in China, Japan, Korea, and Turkey.
Dr. James Truchard, CEO, President, and Co-founder of NI, emphasized NI’s global commitment to innovation and its mission of empowering scientists and engineers to tackle global challenges. He highlighted how this shared purpose translates to a rewarding work environment across their fifty-country presence.
Klaus Entenmann, Chairman of the Board of Management at Daimler Financial Services, stated that cultivating an exceptional workplace is a mindset. He emphasized the company’s foundation of core values and the responsibility and opportunity given to each employee to contribute to a positive work environment, resulting in strong performance and service.
The top 25 list also includes companies like Hyatt, Mars, Accor, eBay, and Coca-Cola, recognized for their Asia Pacific and Middle East offices.
Robb Webb, Hyatt Hotels Corporation’s Chief HR Officer, acknowledged their first-time appearance on the list as a testament to their people-centric culture and commitment to employee care. He believes fostering a supportive and innovative environment enhances employee experience and contributes to a better experience for guests.
Mars noted its commitment to internal training, development programs, and the promotion of women in leadership roles. They highlighted their steady increase in women in management positions, achieving a global representation of 40%.
China Gorman, in a blog post, revealed that since 2011, the top 25 multinational workplaces have shown significant improvement in fair promotions, transparency, and work-life balance. She believes these companies are adapting to a global shift towards employee well-being and embracing transparency through social technologies.
She also emphasized the significance of providing employees with opportunities to engage with their communities.
In conjunction with the new list, Great Place to Work published a complimentary report, “The Dawn of the Great Workplace Era.” You can access the report here and an accompanying video here. Additionally, lists of top workplaces in Australia, China, India, Sri Lanka, Korea, Japan, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE are available here.
*To be considered, a company must apply to – and be accepted on – a national Best Workplaces list. To be on a list, we assess the results of two studies: the Trust Index and the Culture Audit Management Questionnaire. Two-thirds of a company’s workplace culture assessment is based on the employee survey; one-third is based on the company’s policies and practices, as measured in the Culture Audit. More than 2,800 multinational corporations participated globally in the surveys. Of these, 429 appeared on one of Great Place to Work’s national Best Workplaces lists. From that pool of companies, the 25 World’s Best Multinational Workplaces have been selected.