Reason 2: 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.

Our products are unique co-creations with our customers

  • 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
 

Innovation process

A research-driven innovation process and a deep understanding of consumer preferences around the world

Sustainable goals

Sustainability goals creating significant innovation opportunities (e.g. move from non-renewable to renewable, etc.)

Givaudan owned

IP / formulae owned by Givaudan

High complexity

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

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

Our creations are critical to the success of our customer
Our creations are critical to the success of our customer
Naturally hedged portfolio for consistent growth
Naturally hedged portfolio for consistent growth
A research-driven innovation process
A research-driven innovation process
Sustainable value creation driven by our purpose
Sustainable value creation driven by our purpose