Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, recently announced that it has been recognized by Ethisphere Institute, the global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the world’s most ethical companies for 2021.
Infosys was distinguished for its undiluted commitment towards integrity and making value-based decisions. Through this coveted recognition, Infosys has become one of only four honorees in the Software & Services Industry globally, and one of the only three honorees in India.
Why Infosys?
Infosys showcased a strong connection between ethical practices and solid performance in the global market. The recognition additionally spotlighted Infosys in the areas of ethics and compliance, diversity, governance, and social initiatives.
Salil Parekh, Chief Executive Officer, and Managing Director, Infosys said, “We are extremely honored to receive this prestigious recognition from the Ethisphere Institute. Flawless execution with integrity and compliance is the cornerstone of our continued success, and we firmly believe that an integrity-based approach greatly influences business success. Infosys’ core values are the foundation on which we have built our success over the years. This acknowledgment further encourages us to stay committed to operating with high ethical standards and transparency, especially in these unprecedented times.”
Other Ethical Companies
Tata Steel & Wipro were the other two companies to be showcased in the list as the most ethical companies in India.
3M Company, an American multinational conglomerate corporation operating in the fields of industry, worker safety, US health care, and consumer goods has been recognized as the most ethical company to work with in 2021.
About Ethisphere & Its Criteria
In 2021, 135 honorees were recognized spanning 22 countries and 47 industries. This year, the process was streamlined, and the question set expanded to gauge how companies are adapting and responding to the global health pandemic, environmental, social, and governance factors, safety, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
The Ethisphere Institute is the global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices that fuel corporate character, marketplace trust, and business success. They have deep expertise in measuring and defining core ethics standards using data-driven insights that help companies enhance corporate character and believe integrity and transparency impact the public trust and the bottom line of any organization.
