Swot Analysis Of Tyson Foods

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INTRODUCTION

This report will discuss the history, company philosophy with the mission statement, code of ethics, community service, and customer service of Tyson Foods, Inc. This report will also cover products and employees benefits, along with some financial information of Tyson Foods.

COMPANY INFORMATION

History

In 1931, John Tyson got his start in the chicken business as a delivery man. In 1935, John Tyson decided to start a business in the chicken industry in a town in Arkansas. It started out as a small, private, family business that dealt with raising chickens. It later changed into a business that dealt with the chicken that is eaten as food. In 1963, Tyson’s son decided to take the company public and it became Tyson Foods, Inc.

Since then, Tyson Foods, Inc. has grown into a huge company. To go along with their chicken, Tyson Foods has branched out into the beef and pork industries as well. Today, they are continuing to grow and improve as a company (Heritage Our Story, 2013).

Company Philosophy

Mission statement. The mission statement found on the Tyson Foods (sustainability) website is as follows: “Tyson Foods, Inc., recognizes the importance of being a responsible corporate citizen. Our Core Values – which define who we are, what we do, and how we do it – are the foundation of corporate sustainability at Tyson.

We are committed to making our company sustainable – economically, environmentally, and socially.

Our progress in this endeavor will be measured by how we develop and market our products, how we care for the animals, land, and environment entrusted to us, and how we treat people, including our Team Members, consumers, suppliers, and the communitie...

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...s but they have branched out and now have different products to go with their chicken. They also have beef, pork, and Any’tizers snacks. Tyson wants to be sure to have the best products they can, so they have many guidelines for the farms where they get their animals. Tyson Foods has a lot of great incentives and benefits for their employees. They offer many different kinds of insurance and classes to help employees farther their career. They train all of their employees so they know what they are doing and can produce great products. Tyson Foods operates in the billions of dollars and makes millions of dollars every year. They are a very successful business and are continuing to work to be more successful. The company was started in Arkansas, and they are staying to their roots by having their headquarters in the same place. Overall, Tyson Foods is a great company.

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