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with the industry are key elements to
advancing in IHS. After all, the same
elements are important for success
in the design sector too. Those who
merely follow tradition and do not
look to the future stagnate as they
are unable to compete. On the other
hand, those who are willing to put in
the hours and invest themselves into
their work will most likely be rewarded.
An incentive-driven culture
Since IHS is a company that operates
on a multinational level, there’s a big
emphasis placed on the interaction
between all the different cultures.
“We have a wonderful culture here,
that’s my number one importance in
business. It’s really important that
you look at every culture, they all have
something to offer”, says Nick.
The most important part, however,
is motivating people. Those who love
their jobs have plenty of opportunities
to advance in IHS. Money is obviously
a big incentive for many people
but it also goes beyond that, to the
point where the best designers are
respected and listened to.
“The corporate culture here is very
much driven by incentive. I am a
believer in incentives, not in pay
packages. I believe you are as good as
you are. I’d rather that people become
partners in my culture. In other words,
if you perform then you get paid well.
That’s working for us and it’s very