Columbia University students explore Smart Card Technology at Margins ID

A group of MBA students from Columbia University recently visited Intelligent Card Production Systems (ICPS). ICPS is the secure card manufacturing branch of Margins ID Group. The visit showcased advancements in digital identity and secure card production.

**A Leader in Digital Transformation**

Margins ID Group is a leader in digital transformation. They provided students with insights into their processes and security measures. The visit highlighted Ghana’s role in improving governance, financial inclusion, and national security.

Emmanuel Selby, Executive Director for Technology, briefed the students during their tour of ICPS.

ICPS produces high-security smart cards, including the Ghana Card. This card is essential to the country’s digital ecosystem.

**Academic and Industry Perspectives**

Bruce Kogut, a professor at Columbia Business School, led the delegation. He remarked on Ghana's impressive work in high-security solutions. He found it remarkable how technology integrates with governance here.

Maria Hamwi, an MBA student on the trip, was impressed by ICPS’s fraud reduction efforts. She noted that ICPS stands out among other companies they visited. “It’s not just about business; it’s about national transformation,” she said.

**Insights into Ghana’s National ID Project**

The students learned about Margins ID Group's role in Ghana’s National ID Project. MIDSA provides advanced software solutions and biometric verification for the Ghana Card. IMS designed and built the National ID infrastructure through a Public-Private Partnership with the National Identification Authority (NIA).

**Commitment to Africa’s Digital Future**

Emmanuel Selby reaffirmed Margins ID Group's commitment to Africa's digital future. He stated that they aim to develop secure solutions for Ghanaians. The company focuses on using technology to improve governance and service delivery across Africa.

**ICPS: A Ghanaian-Owned Pioneer**

ICPS is unique as a Ghanaian-owned enterprise addressing local challenges. Their facility uses state-of-the-art technology to produce secure identity cards. These cards integrate with government agencies and banks, enhancing public services.

**Leading Africa’s Digital Identity Revolution**

Margins ID Group leads Africa's digital identity revolution beyond Ghana. With over 30 years of experience, they are advancing digital governance and transforming economies.

The company has achieved several world-class certifications in information security and business continuity management. Through its subsidiaries, Margins ID Group connects identities securely across both physical and digital realms.