The Importance of Professionalism and Ethics in Ghana’s Industrial Growth, According to TAGG CEO Kweku Asmah
Promoting professionalism and ethical values in industries has been identified as a key tool to promote growth and sustainability of the economy in Ghana. Kweku Asmah, CEO of The Automation Group Ghana (TAGG), made this call during the company’s 20th anniversary celebration in Accra. Asmah highlighted the need for politicians, doctors, lawyers, teachers, journalists, and other professionals to uphold professional and ethical values in their respective fields. The lack of application of ethical standards and professional expertise, according to Asmah, has contributed to the current state of the economy.
TAGG, a fully-Ghanaian-owned industrial automation pioneer, has four subsidiaries: Process and Plant Automation, Automation Solutions, Electrical Switchgear, and Smart Home Solutions. The company specializes in mining automation, control system solutions provision, building automation, and electrical panel manufacturing. Over the past two decades, TAGG has established itself as a leading service provider in West Africa, building strong links with global automation device manufacturers and delivering cost-effective services.
The company has 10 retail outlets and provides engineering and automation services in various regions, including Akyem, Ahafo, Kumasi, and Tarkwa. The brand has a high-level client list, including telecom giants MTN and Vodafone, mining firms AngloGold and Newmont, as well as Unilever, Coca-Cola and Nestle. Schneider Electric, Terasaki, Phoenix Contact, Endress Hauser, Siemens, and Fluke are among TAGG’s top global vendors and partners.
As TAGG celebrates its 20th anniversary, the management has put together impactful projects to support communities and individuals in areas such as higher learning and professionalism, capacity-building, and healthcare. The company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives have played a critical role in society over the years, and they plan to continue this commitment by training more graduates in engineering and automation skills to support the economy.
For the most part, promoting professionalism and ethical values in industries is crucial to promoting growth and sustainability. As the CEO of TAGG suggests, all professionals must uphold ethical and professional values to make Ghana a better place. TAGG has established itself as a leading service provider in West Africa, and the company’s commitment to CSR initiatives is admirable. By training more graduates in engineering and automation skills, TAGG plans to contribute to the growth and sustainability of the economy in Ghana.