Legrand - Tehnounion

Innovation
With more than 4800 patents to
its credit, close to 1800 people
working in the Group's design
offices, between 4 and 5% of its
sales devoted to research and
development, and more than
50 new product launches in 2007,
Legrand places innovation at the
heart of its strategy.
Whether it a matter of design,
functions or easy installation,
Legrand's teams develop new
offers that create value for
the whole economic chain –
installers, distributors, architects
and end users.
Optimisation of resources
The Legrand group prioritises
materials and processes
that respect people and the
environment both on its
industrial sites and in the design
of its products. For example:
73% of its sites worldwide
are ISO 14001 certified The
Legrand Group has for many
years upheld its values to
ensure the profitable, long-term
and responsible growth of its
businesses, combining long-term
performance with protection
of the environment and
enhancement of human capital.
Since 2006, the Group's support
for the Global Compact has given
its approach a new scope.
Listening to customers
The quality and professionalism
of the relationships that have
been forged between the Group
and its customers explain why
Legrand's offering is ideal for
the demands of each market.
Users, installers, specifiers
and distributors are involved at
every stage of the life cycle of
the products (market research,
design, enhancements,
distribution, etc.) and each of
them has the benefit of specific
services.
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