Access to healthcare
We are working towards a future where everyone has access to sustainable healthcare solutions for life-changing treatment and prevention.
Our company
Our 'Science can...' stories
Our strategy
We are a global, science-led, patient-focused pharmaceutical company seeking to unlock the power of what science can do. Our strategy is consistent but dynamic.
Science & Innovation
- Invest in new technologies and modalities
- Leverage global R&D network
Growth & Therapy Area Leadership
- Transform patient outcomes through novel medicines and combinations
Global Footprint
- Broad-based network
- Differentiated Emerging Markets presence
Sustainability
- Expand access, build health system resilience
- Drive industry-leading climate agenda
Our organisation and main disease areas
Our business is organised to deliver our growth through innovation strategy and achieve our purpose of pushing the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines.
Our R&D and Commercial functions promote accelerated decision making and the launches of new medicines across our therapy areas.
Oncology
We are leading a revolution in oncology to redefine cancer care. Our ambition is to follow the science to discover, develop and deliver life-changing treatments that transform outcomes and increase the potential for cure.
BioPharmaceuticals
We are transforming care for billions of people living with chronic diseases and delivering long-lasting immunity. Our ambition is to intervene earlier to protect vital organs, slow or reverse disease progression, and achieve remission for these often degenerative, debilitating, and life-threatening conditions, so many more people can live better, healthier lives.
Rare Disease
Our mission is to transform the lives of people affected by rare diseases through the development and delivery of innovative medicines as well as supportive technologies and healthcare services.
Our Purpose and Values
Inspired by our Values and what science can do, we are focused on accelerating the delivery of life-changing medicines that create enduring value for patients, society and our shareholders.
We are committed to operating sustainably, in a way that recognises the interconnection between business growth, the needs of society and the limitations of our planet.
We push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines.
Our Purpose underpins everything we do. It gives us a reason to come to work every day. It reminds us why we exist as a company. It helps us deliver benefits to patients and create value for shareholders.
We follow the science. We put patients first. We play to win. We do the right thing. We are entrepreneurial.
Our Values determine how we work together and the behaviours that drive our success. They guide our decision making and define our beliefs.
Our people
We are dedicated to being a great place to work. One where everyone who chooses to work at our company is able to make a difference to patients, a meaningful contribution to society and a positive impact on our planet.
We foster an environment where our people feel they belong and are empowered to reach their full potential, perform at their best and make a valued contribution to the enterprise.
Our commitment to sustainability
We know that our future depends on taking bold action for the health of people, society, and the planet. At AstraZeneca, sustainability is part of our DNA, embedded in everything we do, from the lab to the patient.
Working in partnership with all our stakeholders, we are harnessing the power of science and innovation to deliver life-changing medicines in a way that is respectful of our planet.
Our sustainability strategy is guided by three interconnected strategic priorities.
Environmental protection
We are putting sustainable practices at the heart of how we work, making sure we manage our environmental impact across all our activities and products.
Ethics and transparency
We seek to embed ethical, transparent, and inclusive policies and practices across our organisation and value chain.
Veeva ID: Z4-65852
Date of preparation: June 2024
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