Rockwell Automation has been recognized for the second year as one of the “world’s most ethical companies” by Ethisphere Institute, an international think tank based in New York dedicated to the advancement of best practices in business ethics, corporate social responsibility, anticorruption and sustainability.

The selection process included reviewing the ethical and legal performance of global companies from over 100 countries and 35 industries, from which 99 were selected as winners by Ethisphere Institute.

“We are excited to be recognized as a global leader in ethics, corporate citizenship and sustainability,” said Keith Nosbusch, Rockwell Automation chairman & CEO. “We believe in growing responsibly and building trust by acting with integrity. I want to thank our 20,000-plus employees who earned this award.”

Ethisphere Institute rankings are based on factors that go to the heart of corporate governance and environmentalism, including innovation that contributes to public well-being and the use of fewer resources. Companies are also judged on corporate governance, legal and regulatory reputation and track record, executive leadership, industry leadership and internal systems and ethics-compliance programs.

Rockwell Automation Inc. (NYSE: ROK) is a leading global provider of industrial automation power, control and information solutions that help manufacturers achieve a competitive advantage in their businesses. In Puerto Rico, Rockwell Automation has offices in Guaynabo and Aguadilla, and employs about 70 people serving customers across the Caribbean region. Worldwide, the company employs more than 20,000 people in more than 80 countries.