Cummins Inc. 2007 Sustainability Report

Because Cummins believes it is only has healthy as
the communities in which it operates, the Company
and its employees are actively engaged in improving
people’s lives in the areas where they live and work.
A good example of this philosophy in action was
the decision to use the Columbus (Indiana) Engine
Plant (CEP) as the production facility for its new family
of light-duty, clean-diesel engines. In deciding to
refurbish this under-used facility, Cummins did more
than just select a manufacturing location. Cummins
chose Columbus in large part because of a strong
package of educational programs offered by the
state to ensure a robust and skilled workforce in
southeastern and central Indiana.
For example, the Indiana Department of
Workforce Development – in alignment with Ivy
Tech Community College – offered up to $1.5 million
to support advanced manufacturing training. The
Department of Workforce Development committed
$2 million to grow awareness and interest in
advanced manufacturing careers. That total
included funds to cover the start-up costs for the
“Dream It. Do It.” careers campaign created by the
Manufacturing Institute of the National Association
of Manufacturers. The goal of this program is to
educate young adults and their parents on the career
opportunities available in advanced manufacturing.
The Company also encourages employees to get
heavily involved in the communities where they live
and work. Volunteer efforts among its employees
are a supplement to Cummins’ corporate giving
program, which makes funds available to worthwhile
community causes – with an emphasis on education,
employment, health issues and the environment.
As a result of the Company’s commitment to living
its vision and mission, Cummins has been named
Corporate Responsibility
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