Our consumer products, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and diagnostics play a role in helping millions of people be well and stay well every day. In addition, Johnson & Johnson has been a valuable part of people’s investments for more than 60 years. Because all of our stakeholders depend on us, we understand the importance of identifying and managing our risks.
Johnson & Johnson recognizes and plans for several categories of risks, including internal and external factors:
Internal:
- Business strategy
- Quality assurance
- Supply chain management
- Operational efficiency
- Environmental health and safety
- Reputation
- Protection of trade secrets and intellectual property
- Business interruption
- Challenges inherent in product development
External:
- General industry conditions and competition
- Economic conditions such as fluctuations in interest rates and currency exchange rates
- Technological advances
- Competition for talent
- Health care reform and cost containment issues
- Climate change and related policies
A comprehensive list and description of risks can be found in Exhibit 99 to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, available at www.sec.gov and www.investor.jnj.com.