As a result of this long and distinguished history, Givaudan contains within itself the institutional knowledge of predecessor firms dating back to the late eighteenth century, at the dawn of the modern fragrance and flavour industry. Givaudan makes use of its strong product development and research capabilities, including one of the world's oldest perfumery schools, to serve a diverse and distinguished clientele, by creating fragrance and flavour compounds for a variety of products. Today, Givaudan is a science-smart, modern, and innovative company, with global reach and resources, well positioned to succeed in the twenty-first century.