Our 66th Annual Report presents details of the activities we have conducted and our overall performance throughout 2013–14.
Part 1: Overview
Performing high-quality science that delivers results with relevance and impact across areas of importance for Australia, is what drives us each and every day.
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Foreword by the chairman
The 2013-2014 Annual Report's foreword by CSIRO's Chairman, Mr Simon McKeon.
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Chief Executive's report
CSIRO's Chief Executive report for the 2013 - 2014 Annual Report
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Highlights of 2013-14
Every year, everyone in CSIRO works hard, works passionately to contribute to our mission to deliver innovative solutions for industry, society and the environment.
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Our locations and global impact
With over 50 locations our impact stretches across Australia and around the world.
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Our organisational structure
Our business units and executive leaders as at 30 June 2014.
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Preparing for our greatest transformation
We have been one of Australia’s critical nation-building organisations for nearly 90 years and we’ve done that by foreseeing and stepping up to challenges. We are determined to continue this legacy.
Part 2: Our performance
As a trusted advisor on the big issues facing the nation, CSIRO and its people continue to play a key role in Australia's productivity and competitiveness.
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Measuring our performance
A high level summary of how we monitor our performance.
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Strategy progress
Our performance against the planned activities within our four-year Strategy.
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Client and stakeholder engagement
Our focus on collaboration with clients, partners and stakeholders around the world is critical to our success.
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Performance of portfolio budget programs
Details our performance against the deliverables and key performance indicators as agreed to with Government.
Part 3: Our organisation
At CSIRO we exist to make a positive impact and want the legacy of our work to last for many generations. We're committed to nurturing a work environment where people, innovation, collaboration and performance thrive.
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Management and accountability
Read about CSIRO's management and accountability in the 2013 -2014 Annual Report.
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Board membership
This section lists the CSIRO Board during the 2013 - 2014 period.
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Executive team membership
This section lists the CSIRO Executive Team during the 2013 - 2014 period.
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Health and safety
We are committed to providing all staff and affiliates with a work environment that is physically safe and psychologically supportive. We hold strongly to our vision of Zero Harm, in which we protect the environment and our people go home safely each day with a sense of pride and achievement.
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Environmental performance
Health, Safety and Sustainability is one of our CSIRO Values and we strive to embed environmental sustainability into our everyday business practices. Cultural and behavioural change is important to ensure we achieve our targets and reduce costs. Energy consumption, waste generation and diversion from landfill and procurement are areas where our people can incorporate sustainability in their day-to-day decision-making.
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Our people
Our people and culture are fundamental to our current and future success in delivering positive impact for Australia and humanity. Guided by our Values, we seek to lift our capacity for innovation – providing the environment, facilities and opportunities our people need to work collaboratively and creatively.
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Awards and honours
Outstanding performance in research is recognised by various international and national award schemes.
Part 5: Appendices
Part five of the CSIRO Annual Report 2013–14: Appendices.
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Service charter
CSIRO's Service Charter describes the standards of service we aim to deliver to our customers and our commitment to ensuring that these standards are maintained.
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Administrative law
The 2013 - 2014 Annual Report - Appendix 2: Freedom of information.
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Consultancy services
CSIRO engages consultants where it lacks specialist expertise or when independent research, review or assessment is required.
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Science and industry endowment fund annual report 2013-14
Find out more about the Science and Industry Endowment Fund in the 2013 - 2014 Annual Report - Appendix 4.
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Full list of CSIRO Locations
The 2013 - 2014 Annual Report - Appendix 6: locations.
Part 6: Indexes
Part 6 of the CSIRO Annual Report 2013-14, containing acronyms, the glossary and CSIRO contacts.