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The foundation of Equifax is more than 5,200
“Momentum M akers” around the world. They
are the cornerstone of our operating principles,
truly creating the dynamics that drive growth,
innovation and technology. They excel by con-
stantly challenging the status quo, anticipating
change and executing with confidence and pas-
sion. We enhance the strength of our people in
three primary w ays:
A Commitment to Learning We believe the
investment of time and resources in our em ployees
is the first step to producing returns in all areas
of our business. Our employee development
program s center around three key strategies –
assignments, coaching and education. We use
assignments, such as promotions, lateral moves
and special projects, as opportunities to build
strength and experience. Coaching em ployees is a
key responsibility of every m anager. Equifax annu-
ally mentors over 70 future leaders. Equifax
University, which began ten years ago, is a contin-
uous learning program that represents a proactive,
centralized and strategic approach to employee
education. The University is available by e-learn-
ing, as well as classroom, enabling a larger pop-
ulation of employees to participate.
Diversity with an EDGE Em powering Differences
Generates Excellence – this summ arizes our philos-
ophy of diversity. We believe in building businesses
based on inclusiveness, respecting each individual
and the unique talents he or she brings. The Equifax
definition of diversity goes far beyond such tradi-
tional lines of gender, age or race. We include a
wide variety of differences, such as geographic
location, business experience and m anagement
styles. All of these factors bring a multitude of back-
grounds, perspectives and energy to our orga-
nization. More than half of us work outside North
America. Nearly 40 percent of employees are
college educated. Over half are w om en. Indeed,
women and minorities are responsible for areas
that generate almost 50 percent of our revenue. At
Equifax, diversity delivers a competitive edge.
We Win as One Our philosophy of inclusion not
only means fostering a diverse culture, but also
nurturing a united one. Teamw ork is an essential
part of this effort. We import and export ideas and
people around the world as w e leverage expertise
among different business areas. By applying suc-
cesses in one area to another, we develop a com -
mon set of practices and values that we refer to
as THE EQUIFAX WAY. The result is a company
where we w ork as many, w e win as one.
Who Deliver
THE EQUIFAX WAY
Operating Principles
It is all about growth, innovation, deploym ent of technology, led by the greatest people anyw here.
Our Business Values
We do what we say. We take prudent risks.
We do it w ith respect. We w ork as a team.
We do it fairly. We are accountable for our actions.
We do it w ith integrity. We m ake tough decisions.
We execute with speed. We are performance driven.