Reason 2: A unique business model

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  • Our products are unique
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Winning business assumes: being on a core supplier list, submitting a brief, developing a solution and being selected by the customer.

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Our products are unique co-creations with our customers
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  • Consumer-differentiating, bespoke, value-added Fragrance & Beauty, Taste & Wellbeing solutions driven by innovation
  • Agility and service are key
  • Scent and taste determine consumer purchase and repeat decisions whilst representing only a minor fraction of costs 0.5-2.0% in flavours and consumer fragrances to 4-6% in fine fragrances, i.e. a very minor portion of the end product costs

   

High barriers to entry and high shifting costs for customers
Mastering complexity is a key feature of our space
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  • A research-driven innovation process and a deep understanding of consumer preferences around the world
  • Sustainability goals creating significant innovation opportunities (e.g. move from non-renewable to renewable, etc.)
  • IP / formulae owned by Givaudan
  • Mastering high complexity and volatility at every step:
  • > 11,400 raw materials and a sophisticated supply chain with over 2,500 raw material suppliers
  • > 122,600 products made to order, delivered just in time to > 10,000 customers
  • > 310,000 customer submissions / product briefs managed annually, and ca. 15% of our portfolio up for review due to the life cycle of products
  • Compliance and regulations

   

  
Our purpose is our guiding star to drive sustainable long-term performance while leading the way to improve happiness and health for people and nature. It defines why we do what we do at Givaudan, and is supported by bold, measurable ambitions demonstrating our aim to be a sustainable business that acts as a force for good.
  

Five reasons to invest in Givaudan
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Our creations are critical to the success of our customer
Together with our customers, our creations inspire every day emotions and delight millions of consumers the world over.

A unique
business model

Winning business assumes: being on a core supplier list, submitting a brief, developing a solution and being selected by the customer.

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Naturally hedged portfolio for consistent growth
We operate in the B2B market offering our products to global, regional and local food, beverage, consumer goods, fragrance and cosmetic companies.
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A research-driven innovation process
We have the capabilities and resources to invest more than any of our competitors in R&D to be able to help customers deliver preferred products.
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Sustainable value creation driven by our purpose
Our Company has a strong track record of delivering on our ambitious financial targets while ensuring our sustainable long-term performance.