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Fast Facts
Vision 2020 is at the core of our commitment to create a better world full of richer digital experiences,through innovative technology and products.
Global Network
A total of 320,671 employees work across Samsung Electronics' global network (as of December, 2017)
Main Business Areas
Samsung Electronics has 3 key business divisions: Consumer Electronics (CE), IT & Mobile Communications (IM) and Device Solutions (DS)
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CE
Visual Display
Digital Appliances
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IM
Mobile Communications
Networks
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DS
Memory
System LSI
Foundry
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R&D
R&D Centers
Design Offices
Financial Performance(FY 2017. Unit: Trillion KRW)
239.6
42.2
Market Leadership
Samsung Electronics leads the market across various categories
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TV
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Mobile phones
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smartphones
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memory(Dram · nand flash · SSD)
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digital signage
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refrigerators
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SIM Card IC
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Display Drivers IC
Commitment to Renewable Energy
Samsung Electronics’ renewable energy goals are part of its ongoing efforts to demonstrate its commitment to environmental responsibility.
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INSTALLATION OF ADDITIONAL SOLAR PANELSand geothermal power generation facilities in Suwon, Pyeongtaek and Hwaseong campuses
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100% renewable energyfor energy used in the United States, Europe and China by 2020
Circular Economy
Samsung Electronics applies a resource recirculation model in its operations, as a part of the effort to reuse or recycle resources.
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Expanding use and purchase of recycled materials at product design stage while minimizing use of raw materials
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Working towards maximizing product lifespan by designing products based on end customer needs and rigorous quality testing
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03
Reducing the use of virgin natural resources and raw materials by maximizing re-use of scrap materials from manufacturing stage
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Minimizing use of raw materials and maximizing transportation efficiency by creating compact product designs and packaging
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Extending the product lifespan and increasing customer satisfaction through a professional repair service network
SAMSUNG RE+
This represents our leading resource efficiency initiative undertaken under the slogan 'Samsung recycling program, Re+ makes 'PLUS' to the environment'
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Expanding
Recycled
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Recycling
Key Metal
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Recycling
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Minimizing
Resource Use and
Extending
Product Life Span
Corporate Citizenship (FY 2017)
Samsung is committed to its role as a socially responsible corporate citizen in all of its communities worldwide.
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total corporate citizenship Investment
385,571,000,000
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Implementation
104 Countries
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BENEFICIARIES
1,453,274
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Click here for more informationRelúmĭnoA visual aid application that works in conjunction with the Gear VR to help those living with low vision
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Click here for more informationIGNISA personal thermal observation device (TOD) customized for firefighters that is affordable, compact and 70% lighter than conventional TODs.
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Click here for more informationMOLENGEEKA public-private partnership, that includes the Belgian government and Samsung Electronics Benelux, to empower young entrepreneurs in the Brussels municipality of Molenbeek
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Click here for more informationEmployee VolunteersSamsung Electronics’ employees offer their time to serve communities through various volunteer programs.(Total volunteer hours in 2017: 1,259,893)
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Click here for more informationSamsung Smart SchoolWe train teachers and equip schools with smart devices and solutions that help bridge the digital divide and allow students to take advantage of a smarter approach to education. A total number of 2,228,150 students from 1,800 schools in 72 countries have participated in the program so far.
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Click here for more informationSamsung Tech InstituteSamsung Electronics provides tech-focused vocational training to establish a basis for self-reliance to young adults around the world. A total number of 96,000 young adults from 480 institutes in 54 countries have received support from Samsung Tech Institute.
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Click here for more informationGreen ManagementTo fulfill our environmental responsibility, we at Samsung officially announced the Environmental Declaration in 1992. We strive to minimize the negative impact on the environment by producing products with less resources and reducing greenhouse gas emissions during use.