Margins ID Group has officially received accreditation from the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) of Ghana to provide cybersecurity services in the country.
Consisting of four subsidiaries, the group has met the necessary requirements to become a recognized cybersecurity establishment. This accreditation underscores the company’s innovation, adaptability, and commitment to its mission.
For 33 years, government agencies, private organizations, and financial institutions have relied on Margins ID Group for innovative, secure, and scalable identity solutions and services.
It does so through its four subsidiaries – Margins ID Systems Applications Limited, Intelligent Card Production Systems (ICPS), Identity Management Systems (IMS), and Pronto-POD.
The company’s identity management solutions empower organizations to drive business growth and increase profits while minimizing risk. It leverages the latest digital identity technologies to support current business needs and future requirements.
Commenting on this milestone, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Founder of Margins ID Group Moses Kwasi Baiden Jnr, said with the increase in digitisation of work flows, the increasing use of Artificial Intelligence and quantum computing, quantum proof security, cryptography and cybersecurity is now a critical fundamental need in every organization.
“Margins as usual is ahead of the curve, and is investing massively in its people, processes, systems and standards to meet certified global standards. This will give the assurance to our customers that not only can we deliver cutting edge Identification and digital solutions, but we are also able to protect their systems, platforms and keep their data safe,” he stated.
Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of Margins ID Group, Yakubu Abdulai added that, “Securing this accreditation highlights our commitment to both innovation and our clients security. It reinforces that when it comes to protecting valuable assets, Margins ID Group leads with trust and expertise”.
Intelligent Card Production Systems Limited
One of the members of the Margins Group, Intelligent Card Production Systems Limited (ICPS) is a highly certified card manufacturing facility, boasting an ISO 9001-2015 certification and a production capacity exceeding 200 million cards annually.
The facility is designed to meet stringent international standards, including ISO, Europay-MasterCard-Visa (EMV), and SAS (GSM) certifications.
ICPS offers a comprehensive range of products, including secure plastic cards (plain, magnetic stripe, smart-contact, and contactless, dual interface), milling and embedding of modules on cards, tokens, documents, scratch cards, and various labels, as well as fulfilment services.
ICPS effectively connects people and solutions across secure physical and virtual platforms, serving diverse industries such as banking, telecommunications, food and beverage, hospitality, entertainment, government, and private institutions.
The company’s strategic partnerships with leading global players in the identity and security industry, combined with its skilled workforce, provide a competitive advantage, enabling ICPS to deliver unparalleled products and solutions tailored to the evolving needs of its clients.
Identity Management Systems
Identity Management Systems (IMS) operates as a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) in a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with the National Identification Authority.
IMS plays a crucial role in conceptualizing, designing, building, co-financing, and co-operating the National Identification System (NIS), which provides a streamlined digital interface for e-government and e-commerce services to Ghanaian citizens through a unified digital identity.
Pronto-POD
Pronto-POD, a leader in the print and print finish services industry, utilizes advanced printing equipment to produce materials that are durable for both indoor and outdoor use.
It caters to event organizers with concept designs and printed products, including posters, billboards, pull-up banners, and tickets. Pronto-POD also offers ID card services, leveraging its vast experience within the Group to create visually compelling and thematically consistent printed materials that enhance the perception of companies, products, and services.
Margins ID Systems Applications Limited
Margins ID Systems Applications Limited (MIDSA) is a leading provider of advanced solutions in the identity, digitization, and secure access markets. The company specializes in designing and delivering turnkey digital platforms that focus on secure identification.
MIDSA’s expertise spans capturing data from physical documents, digitizing workflows, developing software and enterprise core applications, credentialing, and utilizing biometrics and electronic identity to manage entire business operations.
MIDSA helps clients digitize entire ecosystems, ensuring secure access to resources, data facilities, and assets through identification and authorized credentials.
Meanwhile, a total of 94 cybersecurity entities were licensed and accredited by the CSA as part of efforts to align Ghana’s cybersecurity standards with global benchmarks.
The presentation ceremony, held in Accra, saw 18 Cybersecurity Service Providers (CSPs), seven (7) Cybersecurity Establishments (CEs), and 69 Cybersecurity Professionals (CPs) officially receive their licenses.
This is the second batch of licenses, which brings the total number of accredited cybersecurity industry players in Ghana to 145.
In a speech read on his behalf, the Director-General of the CSA, Dr. Albert Antwi-Boasiako, emphasized the responsibility that comes with the accreditation. He reminded the recipients of the importance of adhering to confidentiality and data protection obligations under the Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038).
He warned that institutions and individuals providing cybersecurity services without proper licensing would face penalties, including administrative sanctions and criminal prosecutions.
Dr. Antwi-Boasiako also encouraged those in the process of obtaining licenses to meet all necessary requirements.
He noted that the CSA, in collaboration with the Public Procurement Authority and other relevant stakeholders, was working to ensure compliance with cybersecurity regulations.
A member of the CSA governing board, Adelaide Benneh-Prempeh, urged the newly licensed entities to operate with professionalism and integrity, as their conduct would set an example for future industry participants.
Several recipients expressed gratitude to the CSA and committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism in their efforts to secure Ghana’s digital infrastructure.
This licensing initiative marks a significant milestone for Ghana, positioning it as the first African country and the second globally, after Singapore, to implement a comprehensive regulatory framework for cybersecurity service providers, establishments, and professionals.
