As the largest electronics manufacturer globally, the company is also a top provider of technology solutions. It consistently uses its software and hardware expertise to blend its distinctive manufacturing systems with new technologies. Nicky Monaghan, Vice President and Executive Director of one of the two Pardubice business groups at Foxconn Czech Republic, provided the interview.
What key milestones would you highlight in your company’s history?
Established in Taiwan 50 years ago, Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) has become the world’s largest electronics manufacturer. It has grown its portfolio of products and services in four core product pillars: Consumer Electronics, Enterprise Products, Computing Products, and Components. Since 2000, Foxconn Czech Republic has built a strong reputation, working with the world’s leading ICT brands to offer regional manufacturing and supply chain solutions and services across all those pillars. Our multi-cultural team includes approximately 4,500 employees.
Sustainability and developing citizenship are among Foxconn’s priorities. How do you help the communities where you operate?
Foxconn is committed to be a reliable partner, responsible employer, and good neighbour. In the Pardubice and Kutná Hora regions, we actively support local initiatives to build strong relationships, enhance our company’s image, and boost employee pride. In last three years, we have devoted more than 27 million CZK to various cultural and sports events, schools, and volunteering. Since 2018, our own charity competition called X-Day has supported over 100 local projects, contributing over 2.5 million CZK.
Foxconn has a long-standing collaboration with schools. How do you support the development of technological talent?
In addition to providing money and IT equipment to our partner schools and universities, we actively engage with students through various competitions and events designed to inspire and cultivate young talent. Examples include the Foxconn Cup, FunovationCon 24, Hackathon, Young Talent Program, and Pardubice Supernova, all of which challenge students to showcase their creativity, problemsolving skills, and expertise.
Since 2014, our Trainee Program has been providing an invaluable opportunity for young professionals, even those with no prior work experience, to gain practical knowledge and grow within a dynamic and innovative environment. Many participants have successfully advanced their careers at Foxconn, progressing to senior or leadership roles.
Your company has been recognized with lots of awards. Can you tell us about them?
Our commitment to be a good employer and a supportive neighbour has earned us numerous prestigious awards, which we deeply value as both feedback and benchmark.
In 2024, Foxconn was recognized as the Best Employer in Pardubice Region for the 10th time and ranked 4th Best Employer in the CR. In 2022, we were named 2nd Best Employer of the Decade in the CR, reflecting our consistent excellence from 2013 to 2022.
For three years our canteen has been the Best in Pardubice Region and last year it earned the title of Best Canteen in the CR for serving more than 1,000 meals. This year it has been the National Winner in the category of Innovative and Sustainable Approach. Foxconn also holds a strong economic position among TOP 3 Largest Czech Exporters and ranks 7th in the CZECH TOP 100.
In 2022, we received the CSR Company of the Year award for our volunteering efforts. We have won the 3rd Most Admired Employer among Students in Pardubice Region twice. Our Volunteering, Trainee Program and X-Day won Hon Hai Foxconn Sustainability Awards.
All these recognitions affirm that we are on the right path. Our three consecutive platinum medals from RBA (Responsible Business Alliance) Audits underline our long-term commitment to be a socially responsible employer and a reliable business partner.
Thank you for the interview.
