CÉH Philosophy

THE MEANING OF VALUE – SYSTEM

We consider as value all relationships based on human values, quality thought, creation, facility, or method which are developed through our capabilities and the most advanced technologies, making the world more sustainable, better, and creating a livable future.

For us, the system means adherence to the principles of a systematic approach and our philosophy in work and operations, which includes predicting and adapting to future changes.

Value system refers to our value-based ethical and moral principles that guide our behavior and responsibilities towards our clients, profession, community, society, the economy, and the environment.

“Interest cannot override value.”

VALUE-CREATING HUNGARIAN MARKET ENTERPRISE

CÉH is a value creating Hungarian market enterprise, established at the right time, with the right purpose, and a long-term perspective, which, with its growing role, occupies a respected place in society, the economy, and the engineering ecosystem.

OUR RESPONSIBILITIES

Our responsibilities include:

• Our staff, partners, and clients,
• The development of our profession and technologies,
• Future generations,
• Protecting our environment,
•  Our social responsibilities.

“Responsibility is more than a task, it is a duty."

SYSTEMATIC APPROACH

We adopt a systematic approach in our day-to-day operations and the way we work. The operation of our organization is supported by our systems. We also build systems to deliver our projects: we model and control the processes, build the project organization, plan the resources, and define the methods.

“Order in principles - order in thoughts - order in actions.”

PROFESSIONALISM AND QUALITY

The trademark and appeal of our company lies in the high level of professionalism and quality in identifying solutions that we continuously develop through:

• Training and education,
• Sharing knowledge and experience - enhancing the capabilities of future generations and supporting our clients.

"We strive for the maximum potential, rather than the sufficient minimum."

CREATIVITY

One of the key foundations of our development is that we seek and apply new professional, business, and operational solutions. This allows us to create the best value for both our clients and ourselves. We step out of our comfort zones to do something new, different, and better than others.

“The idea, the novelty, new concept - the perpetual creative force. That's the only way forward”

COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH

We implement our projects with a multidisciplinary approach. Our key disciplines are provided through the CÉH organization (architecture, structural engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, bridge design). We strive to understand our clients’ technical and business goals, interests, as well as the market perspectives of their respective industries. 

“The forward-looking extension of our comprehensive approach forms the foundation of our long-term strategy.” 

DEVELOPMENT CAPABILITY

We are engaged in researching R+D+I and market innovations, and also carrying out creative developments.

Our goal is to find solutions that are efficient, economical and sustainable, yet also esthetically pleasing and of high technical quality.

Our developments extend to:

• Technical, technological, digitalization, data management, as well as process and system developments,
• Sustainability and efficiency improvements,
• Professional, quality, service, self created product developments.

“The value of the present - the opportunity of the futureevery day, in every job, we look for the opportunity to improve”

KNOWLEDGE DEVELOPMENT

The intellectual capital of CÉH is our knowledge and the know-how we develop. One of the most important foundations of our growth is the expansion of our knowledge. Therefore:

• We build collaboration opportunities with universities, institutions, organizations, and other companies,
• We organize study trips and participate in professional conferences,
• We support the training of our staff.The CÉH Academy organizes CÉH’s educational activities, covering topics such as professional knowledge, IT – technological - digitalization knowledge, management skills, language skills, sustainability knowledge, and mental well-being.

“Knowledge leads to awareness. With awareness, we can control our destiny.”

SUSTAINABILITY

Our company is committed to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the EU Sustainable Development Strategy. Our efforts are framed by our ESG strategy. Through our educational programs, we also make our operations suitable for services according to sustainability requirements. Our social responsibility is embodied in our active participation in professional organizations and the CÉH Foundation.

“We owe a responsibility to future generations.”

COMMUNITY

CÉH is a collaborative and creative community where we live our lives together and feel responsible for each other. With a human value-based approach and empathy, we nurture both individual and group relationships. We build our community through mentoring young people, keeping aging professionals actively engaged in work, providing opportunities for recreation and health preservation, and organizing community programs that foster the development of CÉH culture.

“Community = shared existence.” 

ORGANIZATION

We operate the CÉH organization within a well-structured framework, where organizational and project groups work together seamlessly and complement each other. Our structure is based on work organization - with no hierarchical subordination - where clear task allocation means clear responsibility allocation. We take responsibility for each other, each other’s work, and our collective results. We avoid hierarchical organization.

"We build structure instead of hierarchy."

LEADERSHIP

For us, the most important principle of leadership is love. An attitude based on human values, trust and a good conscience result in long-lasting coexistence and professional excellence. All our operational and work processes are planned, organized, and managed. Within the CÉH structure, anyone who is suitable based on their leadership and human values can become a leader.

“Love guides our actions.”

PARTNERSHIP

For CÉH, partnership means collaboration based on human relationships characterized by mutual understanding, empathy, and loyalty. Within the framework of partnership, we realize common goals based on shared values and mutual interests. We build partnerships with our colleagues and associates, and nurture them with our clients.

“We build the future in partnership based on trust.”

LONG-TERM STRATEGY

We thematically monitor and research the economic, social, political, environmental, and technological processes of the world, Europe, and our country, as well as the future vision of our own ecosystem. Based on these trends, we envision the future. As part of this vision, we determine the objectives and developments of CÉH. Based on this, we create the long-term strategy for CÉH, which we use to determine our steps and shape our future.

“Let’s plan for 100 years!”

MARKET MANAGEMENT

We systematically monitor and analyze the market and investment trends at home and abroad. We establish relationships with international partners and alliances, anticipating opportunities and enhancing our services. We also monitor the performance and actions of our competitors. We aim to grow in the market through cooperation and fair market behavior.

“Listen, analyze, build relationships, and be the first to arrive!”

INDEPENDENCE

Economic, political, ideological, and business independence are fundamental principles of our company. We avoid conflicts of interest and conflicts of commitment at the company level, including all managers and employees. The opinions of our community members are free and diverse. We respect the principle of mutual non-influence.

“If you get too close to the fire, you get burned. If you are too far away, you”ll freeze.” 

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Our long-term operations are based on sound financial management, which ensures proportional profitability, finances our developments, training, community building, and welfare services. A key element of our company’s secure self-financing management is continuous reserve accumulation, which ensures the bridging of difficult periods, stability, and the future of our company.

“Responsible management and reserve accumulation - the foundation for building our future.”