What Really Matters is Inside®
Shortly after the merger of Sauer-Sundstrand and Danfoss Fluid Power in 2000, this positioning statement - What Really Matters is Inside® - was created to present the Sauer-Danfoss brand promise. It’s capable of being interpreted on many levels.
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On the surface, it’s our pledge to provide high performance products and systems for customer machines. But it goes deeper. Our business culture truly values people. We don't just say that. We live it - every day. And we share common values worldwide. We believe how we do business is just as important as what we do in business. It captures the Sauer-Danfoss brand in two parts.
What Really Matters … pertains to:
• Innovation
• Technology
• Expertise
• Motivation
• Enhanced efficiency and productivity
• Fast response
• Cost effectiveness
… Is Inside pertains to:
• Products/systems
• Our People
• Customer relationships
• Customers’ machines
• Supplier relationships
• Community commitment
The next time you see Sauer-Danfoss advertisements, articles or printed materials, What Really Matters Is Inside® will serve as a reminder of our commitment to you.
Diversity
Much has changed in our industry and the world in 45 years, but our respect for each other will never change.
Know-How in Motion®
Sauer-Danfoss Story
Much has changed in our industry and the world in 45 years, but our values -- Diversity, Teamwork, Partnership, Leadership and Corporate Citizenship -- have not.

