“A: We cannot accept unsolicited ideas, suggestions or innovation.”
“A: We do not have a program at this time.”
“A: Unfortunately, no. We treat all unsolicited, external idea submissions equally.”
What it says it looks for
“We may periodically solicit product ideas within limited, structured programs that include defined guidelines for submissions.”
What it has bought from outside
2022
Thinx (majority stake) from Thinx, Inc. shareholders
“DALLAS - Kimberly-Clark has completed its acquisition of a majority stake in Thinx, Inc., a supplier of reusable period and incontinence underwear.” nonwovensnews.com
1995
Scott Paper Company from Scott Paper shareholders
“The company was acquired by the Kimberly-Clark Corporation in 1995.” en.wikipedia.org
Other companies that take an invention or product idea
