Mission and Values

Cognex Mission Statement:

To be the standard around the world for excellence in machine vision and to exceed the expectations of our customers, employees, shareholders and neighbors.

Cognex Values:

Cognex has identified 10 core values as key to our success:

1. Customer First:

Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We listen to our customers, and then we do whatever they need, whenever and wherever they need it.

2. Excellence:

At Cognex, good is not good enough; we strive for excellence in everything that we do.

3. Perseverance:

We take on the most difficult challenges, and we do not stop until the job is done right.

4. Enthusiasm:

We enjoy what we do; we approach each day's challenges with energy and excitement.

5. Creativity:

We delight in being different from the rest and in taking creative approaches to solving problems.

6. Pride:

We derive great satisfaction through our individual accomplishments and those of our company.

7. Integrity:

We adhere to the highest ethical standards in our relationships with customers, fellow employees, vendors, and shareholders.

8. Recognition:

Cognex's success is due to the hard work and dedication of our employees and vendors, and we acknowledge their contributions in both tangible and intangible ways.

9. Sharing:

When Cognex wins, we all win. We share our success with everyone who contributes to it. We believe that the biggest reward for success is the chance to succeed again.

10. Fun:

We work hard, and we play hard. We celebrate often to recognize our accomplishments and to motivate ourselves to achieve even higher levels of success in the future.