In his book The HP Way, Dave Packard, cofounder of Hewlett-Packard, describes the seven commitments of the HP Way:
● Profit—the ultimate source of corporate strength.
● Customers—constant improvement in the value of the products and services the company offers them.
● Field of interest—seeking new opportunities but limiting them to complementary products and services based on company core competencies.
● Growth—a measure of strength and a requirement for survival.
● Employees—provide opportunities for advancement, share in their success, and offer job security based on performance.
● Organization—foster individual motivation, initiative, and creativity by giving employees the freedom to work toward established goals and objectives.
● Citizenship—contribute in a positive way toward the community and society at large. In what ways do these values help HP define its vision?