Gnomon's Philosophy

We do everything we can to satisfy our customers. We realize that details make the difference, and we commit to excellence. Our staff is open, honest and credible. Keeping our commitments to our customers is our priority.

Gnomon’s Business Values

Community

We believe the Huntington Avenue area is a community of world-class educational and cultural institutions and businesses and that our activities should promote and support that sense of community. We strive to be an economic and social asset to the area.

Service

Gnomon Copy and Color is dedicated to recognizing and understanding the needs of our customers, and with their involvement, creating solutions that provide lasting value.

Excellence

We challenge ourselves to achieve the highest standards of performance while constantly striving to meet the evolving needs of our customers and co-workers.

Employees

Our employees are Gnomon Copy and Color’s most important assets. We strive to create an environment that values respect, discipline, fairness, and diversity — and encourages open communication and hard work.

Teamwork

We foster an environment that encourages individuals from all levels to contribute their time and particular skills toward the achievement of common goals that promote a shared vision for Gnomon Copy and Color. We share in our successes and support each other in learning from our mistakes.

Integrity

In everything we do, we must be open, honest and credible; we must keep our commitments to one another and to everyone with whom we deal.

Leadership

We lead by example and are committed to listening, learning and promoting individual development.

Gnomon Operating Principles

These operating principals are guidelines for all employees. They serve to remind each of us how to act throughout the day. Their purpose is to promote spirit within Gnomon Copy and Color, to enhance our work environment and to inspire us to do a better job.

Do everything you can to satisfy every customer; remember that details make the difference; commit to excellence; use your own good judgement and common sense; be creative and innovative; treat people fairly; value diversity; communicate openly, honestly and directly; keep your commitments and promises; listen with an open mind; ask if you’re not sure; learn by example; respect, trust, and encourage others; think before you act; work as a team; enjoy your work.

— excerpted from The Gnomon Employee Handbook© 1986