A delegation of Master of Business Administration (MBA) students from Columbia University in New York City in the United States of America has visited the Intelligent Card Production Systems (ICPS) in Accra to witness at firsthand the cutting-edge advancements in digital identity and secure card production. 

ICPS, the secure card manufacturing arm of Margins ID Group, is a leader in digital transformation. Margins ID Group provided the students with an in-depth look at the intricate processes

and stringent security measures that define the industry.

For the students, the visit was more than an academic excursion — it was an experience highlighting Ghana’s role in leveraging digital identity to enhance governance, financial inclusion and national security.

ICPS, a subsidiary of Margins ID Group, plays a pivotal role in this transformation by producing high-security smart cards, including the Ghana Card, a cornerstone of the country’s digital ecosystem.

“We’ve heard about the impressive work being done here in Ghana, delivering high-security solutions and setting the pace for digitisation across the African continent.

“Seeing at firsthand how this facility integrates technology with governance is truly remarkable,” a professor at Columbia Business School, Bruce Kogut, PhD, who led the delegation, said.

A student member of the delegation, Maria Hamwi, was particularly struck by ICPS’s efforts to reduce fraud and enhance identity verification.

“We have visited several companies, but what’s happening here at ICPS is different,” she stated.

“It’s not just about business; it’s about national transformation. Your innovative story must be heard by the world,” Ms Hamwi added.

During their tour, the students explored Margins ID Group's involvement in Ghana’s National ID Project through its subsidiaries.

Margins ID Systems Application (MIDSA), the Group’s technology arm, provided the advanced software solutions and biometric verification technology that power the Ghana Card, while Identity Management Systems (IMS) under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreement with the National Identification Authority (NIA) conceptualised, designed and built the country National ID Infrastructure.

Africa’s digital future

The Executive Director of Technology at Margins ID Group, Emmanuel Selby, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to shaping Africa’s digital future.

“Margins ID Group is dedicated to collaborating with industry leaders to develop secure, scalable solutions for Ghanaians,” he stated.

“As the identity landscape evolves, we remain focused on leveraging technology to drive efficiency in governance and service delivery — not just for Ghana, but for Africa and the world,” Mr Selby added.

ICPS stands out as a Ghanaian-owned and operated enterprise creating tailored solutions for the nation’s unique challenges.

The facility, equipped with state-of-the-art technology, produces secure identity cards that integrate with government agencies, banks and financial institutions, streamlining public services and strengthening trust in digital transactions.

Margins ID Group continues to lead Africa’s digital identity revolution, expanding beyond Ghana to implement secure identity solutions across the continent.

With more than 30 years of expertise and a strong foundation in PPP,  the management of the company said the group would be at the forefront of the Fourth Industrial Revolution — developing cutting-edge technology, advancing digital governance and transforming economies.

Already, the company has achieved world-class certifications, including ISO 27001:2022 - Information Security Management System, ISO 22301:2019 - Business Continuity Management System, ISO 20000:2018 - Service Management System and Cybersecurity Accreditation by the National Cybersecurity Authority.

“Through its subsidiaries, Margins ID Group remains committed to securely connecting identities and solutions in both materialised and dematerialised worlds, reinforcing its leadership in Africa’s digital future,” the company said after the visit of the students.