Our drive for innovation is fueled by both internal and external know-how:

• Internally, it is our employees who shape our innovative strength. Whether they work in corporate research, product development, production, marketing, controlling or sales, all of our employees are closely involved in shaping the future of our Company. This is reflected in Henkel’s lively culture of innovation and competition, which has grown and flourished over a period of decades.
• Externally, we maintain a worldwide network, cooperating with more than 250 partners at universities. In addition, we have strong working relationships with entrepreneurs, independent inventors, chemical suppliers, and other technology providers. We are constantly expanding this network and seeking new business partners. This collaboration makes it possible for us to recognize technological trends early and to assess their business potential.
  
  The following pages will tell you more about our understanding of innovation, our research and development efforts, our innovation history, and the top innovations we have produced in recent years.