United. For all.
We know that everyone can make a difference at the Brand Group. Our ideas come from the curiosity of each individual and our strength comes from the sense of community in our group. We develop solutions that turn our customers into good friends and loyal fans.
We love details, but keep our focus on the big picture, we are pathfinders and optimizers and are constantly challenging ourselves. As an owner-managed family business, we do not think in quarters, but plan for generations. This gives us security and confidence in a long future together.
Our drive: to solve the demanding challenges in life sciences, research and technology with our products to make the world a better place every day. Our unique team of over 1,000 colleagues in Germany and around the world enables us to do this.
Our values
Our values are not only an important part of our corporate culture, but also a decisive factor for the success of our group. We stand by these values and want to anchor them deeply in our daily interactions. Together with our team, we have developed the Brand Group values:
Communication
- We communicate openly, honestly, and without reservation.
- We listen carefully and communicate with sincerity and respect.
- We promote, encourage, and embody a culture of constructive feedback.
- We resolve conflicts proactively, objectively, and without bias.
Trust
- Openness and honesty are fundamental to the way we work.
- We help each other as a matter of course: Your problem is my problem. Let’s solve it together.
- Trust and confidence in each other is important to us. We share common goals and rely on each other.
- We involve each other early in the decision-making process. We develop solutions and make decisions together.
Teamwork
- The Brand Group is a global team. We treat each other with respect and cooperation.
- We create a positive environment and reduce anxiety through fact-based and constructive teamwork.
- We achieve the best possible results by sharing information and expertise across functions and hierarchies.
- We support and develop each other through active knowledge sharing.
Accountability
- We take responsibility for ourselves, our actions, and for each other, regardless of hierarchy and functional boundaries.
- We strive for the highest quality in our work. We learn from our mistakes and continuously improve.
- We act in a sustainable manner for the environment, society and future generations.
- We recognize the value of our actions and challenge our thinking and actions.
Respect for diversity
- Our values inspire us to respect the individuality of each person, with their different attitudes and backgrounds (e.g., generation, gender, culture, origin).
- We create a non-discriminatory environment that provides opportunities for all.
- We embrace creativity, diversity, and communication as a way to enhance our potential.
Innovation
- We are committed to continuous innovation. We are not afraid to explore new and unfamiliar paths.
- We act in the best interest of our company and exercise our freedom with responsibility.
- We value the knowledge and experience of each individual. This is the foundation of our company’s future.