Position statement
At IBM, our commitment to corporate citizenship and social responsibility extends throughout the company. Whether we are conserving energy and natural resources, ensuring a safe and healthful workplace, or working with our suppliers to develop sustainable global markets, we apply our extensive innovation resources and expertise to solve some of the most pressing global issues.
Over the last ten years, IBM has been one of the largest corporate contributors of cash, equipment, and people to nonprofit organizations and educational institutions across the U.S. and around the world. In all our efforts, we help people use information technology to improve the quality of life for themselves and others.
IBM's contributions target a few key areas and leverage our expertise in technology. In our efforts, we strive to underscore the role of technology as a tool to address societal issues; demonstrate IBM's reputation as a solutions provider; and focus IBM's philanthropic programs to enhance relationships with customers and employees. This policy of strategic investments has benefited communities by bringing IBM experts from all over the world to address their concerns, and has engaged our employees more fully in the important mission of corporate citizenship.
We believe the same information technology innovations that are revolutionizing businesses can provide important breakthroughs for public and nonprofit organizations. These technologies have potential to help organizations deliver better services, manage costs, maximize effectiveness and implement exciting new programs.
Our commitment to solutions-oriented innovation requires that we go beyond simple checkbook philanthropy. We are working hand-in-hand with public and nonprofit organizations to design technology solutions that address specific problems. This kind of partnership requires our grantee organizations to make significant commitments to us—to go beyond business as usual, to set clear benchmarks and to focus on measurable results.
