Robert Bosch GmbH is a German multinational engineering and technology company that specializes in automotive parts and systems, power tools, security systems, and home appliances. The company was founded in 1886 by Robert Bosch and is headquartered in Gerlingen, Germany. Bosch is one of the world's largest automotive suppliers and is a leading provider of technology and services for the Internet of Things. The company operates in four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. Bosch has more than 400,000 employees worldwide and generated revenue of ?78.5 billion in 2018.