Governance, Ethics and Compliance
Since its founding in 1931, Baxter has promoted a culture of values-based decision making, supported by structures and processes that facilitate acting with integrity and the effective oversight of business activities worldwide. Baxter is committed to earning the trust and respect of its stakeholders by living the company's values.
Baxter is committed to strong corporate governance and to operating with integrity and in compliance with laws, regulations and the company's policies. The board oversees the company's corporate governance practices, which align with appropriate external standards. The Ethics and Compliance organization, which Baxter established in 1993 and significantly added resources to during 2006, continues the company's long-standing commitment to operating ethically and acting with integrity across its global operations. See the Ethics and Compliance section for more information.
Baxter's Culture and Shared Values
We will succeed because of our...
- Passion to innovate and drive for solutions
- Personal accountability for results and integrity
- Eagerness to learn and continuously improve
- Uncompromising dedication to quality
- Relentless focus on rapid and disciplined action
- Respect for the diverse contributions of all
