Championing sustainability
Continuous improvement
SUPPLY CHAIN
Valmet believes in right first time approach which helps to increase cost-efficiency and drive value .
Boasting an extensive supply chain with around 10,000 active suppliers in over 50 countries , Valmet also focuses on procurement savings to enhance profitability . By increasingly sourcing from cost-competitive countries , subcontracting more and consolidating its shipment and warehouse network , the Finnish company is striving to improve its profitability and value .
Championing sustainability
With its technological ingenuity , Valmet is also keen to promote responsible business practices that champion sustainability . Whether it ’ s environmental concerns or health and safety , it seems that sustainability is an integral component of Valmet ’ s DNA . Valmet is recognized as one of the world ’ s sustainability leaders , and was included into the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the fourth consecutive year in 2017 . “ We are trying to add value to our innovations by improving their efficiency , optimising quality and in turn maximising customer satisfaction . We can ’ t do without championing sustainable practices ,” notes Sharma .
“ Some of the things we ’ re doing include bringing in energy efficient solutions based on biomass and waste solutions . We ’ re also talking about energy , efficiency , cost efficiency and looking into where we source our materials .
“ We also have to make sure that we comply with all the compliance rules of safe materials , sustainable techniques , and safety standards . This is all part of sustainability and we aim to continue to develop sustainable practices globally .”
Continuous improvement
With operations now in about 30 countries and 160 locations , Valmet is , by all means , a global company . But Sharma doesn ’ t underestimate the work that a global company demands .
“ We are a global company and so I ’ d say the main challenge that we face today is adapting to local customers ’ needs ,” reflects Sharma .
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