Rockwell Automation named one of the world’s most ethical companies

The Ethisphere Institute has recognised Rockwell Automation as one of the ‘world’s most ethical companies’.

“Rockwell Automation’s promotion of a sound ethical environment shines within its industry, and shows a clear understanding that operating under the highest standards for business behaviour goes beyond goodwill and ‘lip-service’ and is intimately linked to performance and profitability,” said Alex Brigham, Executive Director of the Ethisphere Institute. “This year’s World’s Most Ethical Companies award was more competitive than ever, because companies realise that making ethics a priority is critical amidst a tough economic environment.”

Through in-depth research and a multi-step analysis, Ethisphere reviewed thousands of nominations from companies in over 100 countries and 36 industries in order to determine the winners. “Our company’s deep commitment to ethics starts from the top with our Board of Directors and is sustained with an unwavering dedication by our 19,000 employees at every level,” said Keith D Nosbusch, Rockwell Automation Chairman and CEO.

The research-based Ethisphere Institute is a leading international think-tank dedicated to the creation, advancement and sharing of best practices in business ethics, corporate social responsibility, anti-corruption and sustainability. The methodology for the Ethisphere rankings includes evaluating investments in innovation and sustainable business practices; looking at activities designed to improve corporate citizenship; and studying nominations from senior executives, industry peers, suppliers and customers.

One of the reasons Rockwell Automation received the Ethisphere ranking is because of its commitment to corporate responsibility. Copies of the report are available today. The report describes the company’s efforts to be a smart, safe and sustainable manufacturer and offers examples about how it’s helping customers do that too.

“In our recovering economy, issues such as governance, ethics, safety, environment, employee and community relations are a priority for us and we believe are fundamental to thriving as a sustainable company,” said Nosbusch. “If manufacturers are going to prosper in the post-recession global economy, they need to adopt smart, safe and sustainable manufacturing technologies and practices.”