Bendix Values

As employees of Bendix and Knorr-Bremse, we believe in, and live out our corporate values. These values help us to define our purpose and guide the way in which we relate to others.

Respect for Every Individual. We are proud of our diverse blend of cultures.

• In a global company, international issues call for common values, founded on mutual respect.
• We treat others as we would like to be treated. This includes respecting their privacy.
• We respect every customer and employee in line with the principles of equality and partnership.

Reliability and Honesty. We keep our promises.

• Through honesty, courtesy and reliability, we build trust in our company and its products, and we increase our credibility with customers, suppliers, associates and partners. We abide by all agreed deadlines and ensure prompt delivery against commitments.
• We strive to ensure that our systems, products and services are fully in line with our high quality standards like our customers would expect of us.
• We adopt the highest ethical trading standards and we will not accept environmental damage, child labor exploitation or unsafe working practices in any of our global activities.

Openness and Trust. We consistently demonstrate responsible behavior.

• We have an open and positive attitude toward changes that stay true to our values. We are ready to undertake life-long learning and always look for new and innovative solutions.
• Our flexibility, readiness to change, motivation and open and comprehensive communication help us to act proactively, fast and with confidence.
• All employees are obligated to observe our corporate values. That way we can ensure a positive working environment in every area of the organization. We will never compromise our values.

Loyalty and Mutual Commitment. We make the interests of Bendix and KB our own.

• We always act in the interest of Bendix and KB to the best of our knowledge and belief. We maintain strict secrecy regarding all confidential information and protect the company from any unreasonable risk.
• For us integrity is indispensable. We do not enter into any relationships which do not support our corporate ethics and we make no compromise in this respect.
• We identify with our company in every respect and behave in accordance with our guiding values and principles. We also expect the company to be loyal and mutually committed to us.

Responsibility and Team Spirit. Together we will succeed.

• We trust in our own qualifications, capabilities and expertise, and we accept a high degree of responsibility for our work.
• We build this trust every day by encouraging a culture of innovative ideas and solutions and constructive, team-based decision making processes. Through our strong team spirit, we can learn from mistakes and find solutions together.
• Treating everybody fairly and giving equal opportunities to develop their capabilities is essential for shared success.