Pursuing efficiency is not a matter of cutting costs as an end in itself, but one of the paths to be followed for the sustainable growth of our clients and their stakeholders, directly and indirectly affecting conditions for life on our planet. Technology plays an important role in this and, accordingly, we are positioned at the edge of innovation to help businesses, governments and society find new ways of doing business in an increasingly digital and interconnected world.

The expansion of global markets and the countless possibilities deriving from technology have created a social and economic environment in which KPMG plays a central role. The diversity of our services and the high-level knowledge of our professionals spanning a range of economic sectors enable us to work strategically across our clients' value chain, advising them on short, medium and long-term decisions.

We assist our clients in their expansion processes by providing training and know-how so that they can navigate their way around the complexities with greater confidence. In doing so, we help them generate revenue and jobs in the communities surrounding their operations. We also create value by helping them pay taxes appropriately under current regulations, and impart quality, transparency and credibility to their financial statements. In this way, we promote good practices in our markets.

The active participation of our staff in debates and discussions about the regulatory environment and the markets in which we operate helps form a critical mass on important themes, through research, representations, talks, events and publications.

When we look at the serious crisis of confidence that has gripped the world, it is clear that responsible audit, tax and advisory practices have a key role to play in creating a more transparent, responsible and effective business environment. We are committed to making our own contribution to that process.

Our intensive investment in the learning and development of our staff not only affects our performance, but also equips the market with qualified professionals. Those who do not pursue their careers at our Organisation take our expertise with them to major Brazilian and multinational companies, which creates value for KPMG, our clients and society as a whole.

We are committed to the values of the communities in which we operate and to the events that affect them. That commitment is one of the most lasting qualities of our professionals and brand. We are devoted to bringing about positive change, leading by example and inspiring our stakeholders to do the same.