Financial Statements and Management Report - Thyssenkrupp
Financial Statements and Management Report - Thyssenkrupp
Financial Statements and Management Report - Thyssenkrupp
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1.4 <strong>Management</strong> <strong>Report</strong> Non-financial performance indicators<br />
Non-financial<br />
performance indicators<br />
Our performance is reflected not only in our financial results, but<br />
also in the sustainability of our actions.<br />
Sustainability<br />
For ThyssenKrupp, sustainability is a core business responsibility <strong>and</strong> a key driver of innovation. To ensure<br />
the company remains viable in the future, we work hard to constantly improve our economic, ecological <strong>and</strong><br />
social performance. More information on our sustainability- <strong>and</strong> value-based strategy can be found in the<br />
section “Profile <strong>and</strong> strategy”. Sustainability <strong>and</strong> responsibility are firmly entrenched in our corporate culture<br />
<strong>and</strong> have long been part of our day-to-day practice. Sustainability management performs an important<br />
cross-cutting function in the Group, enabling us to utilize business opportunities <strong>and</strong> minimize risks. In the<br />
reporting year ThyssenKrupp AG underlined its commitment to sustainable development by joining the<br />
United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) initiative.<br />
Innovations<br />
ThyssenKrupp AG coordinates <strong>and</strong> controls the innovation activities of the subsidiaries<br />
Employees<br />
On September 30, 2011, ThyssenKrupp AG had 859 employees including apprentices, trainees <strong>and</strong> student<br />
workers, an increase of 7% compared with the end of the previous fiscal year. The workforce structure is<br />
characterized by the high level of skills of the employees. At 2.5% sickness absence was again relatively low<br />
in 2010/2011.<br />
Environment <strong>and</strong> climate<br />
The Executive Board has identified responsible environmental <strong>and</strong> climate protection as an important<br />
corporate objective. To implement this goal we have further exp<strong>and</strong>ed our Groupwide environmental <strong>and</strong><br />
climate management system. In addition our international environmental <strong>and</strong> climate protection activities<br />
will be coordinated by corporate headquarters in the future. Our environmental <strong>and</strong> climate management<br />
system defines uniform requirements to be met by our Group companies around the world, improves<br />
internal reporting, <strong>and</strong> promotes Groupwide knowledge sharing.<br />
Corporate citizenship<br />
ThyssenKrupp supports the people in the communities in which we operate. We help create a positive<br />
environment <strong>and</strong> promote education <strong>and</strong> enthusiasm for technology especially among the younger<br />
generation – all this is a matter of course for us <strong>and</strong> creates value for both company <strong>and</strong> society. In line with<br />
our long-st<strong>and</strong>ing traditions, we regard ourselves as an active corporate citizen <strong>and</strong> support initiatives<br />
around the world through donations, sponsorships <strong>and</strong> other means.<br />
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