De'Longhi
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De'Longhi is one of the most famous Italian companies in the small appliance sector, with a global presence in over 120 countries. [1]
The origins and products of De'Longhi
The history of De'Longhi begins in 1902, when Giulio De Longhi opened a small workshop in Treviso, where he produced wood stoves. Since then, the company has managed to innovate and diversify, launching successful products in the appliance sector. Among these are the oil radiator, the Sfornatutto electric oven, the Pinguino portable air conditioner, and the Nespresso and Dolce Gusto coffee machines. De'Longhi has also acquired other prestigious brands, such as Kenwood, Ariete, and Braun, expanding its product offering for the kitchen, home, and personal care.
The structure and governance of De'Longhi
The corporate structure of De'Longhi is based on four geographic segments: Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), North America (NA), Latin America (LATAM), and Asia Pacific (APAC). Each segment has its own budget responsibility and governance, coordinated by the headquarters in Treviso. The Board of Directors consists of 11 members, of which 6 are independent. The CEO is Fabio De'Longhi, son of the chairman Giuseppe De'Longhi. The Board is responsible for defining corporate strategies and policies, as well as overseeing economic and financial performance.
The sustainability of De'Longhi
Sustainability is a fundamental value for De'Longhi, which is committed to creating shared value for its stakeholders and contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The company focuses on three strategic areas: people, products, and processes. Among the sustainability initiatives, the following can be mentioned: reducing CO2 emissions, promoting energy efficiency, protecting the health and safety of employees and suppliers, valuing diversity and inclusion, and supporting local communities. De'Longhi publishes an annual Sustainability Report, which outlines its goals, actions, and results in sustainability.
Services and solutions of De'Longhi
De'Longhi offers its customers a range of services and solutions to support their work and growth. These include: financing products through De'Longhi Capital; providing original spare parts through De'Longhi Parts & Service; professional training through De'Longhi Academy; and data management through De'Longhi Connected Services. These services are designed to ensure the quality, reliability, and innovation of De'Longhi products, as well as to create a lasting relationship with customers. De'Longhi has over 8,500 employees worldwide and has a revenue of approximately 3.2 billion euros.
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