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Franklin Wireless Corp..

FKWL.US | Manufacture of communication equipment

Franklin Wireless Corp. is a global provider of intelligent wireless solutions. The company designs, develops, and markets a variety of wireless devices, including mobile hotspots, routers, and modems, primarily for the mobile broadband and Internet of Things (IoT) markets. Franklin Wireless partner...Show More

Ethical Profile

Mixed.

Franklin Wireless Corp. receives a mixed ethical rating. Concerns regarding Fair Pay & Worker Respect are prominent, with Glassdoor reviews citing a low 2.3/5 overall employee rating and 2.2/5 for compensation. Employees allegedly express concerns about benefits and appreciation, with some reports suggesting the use of 1099 employees to avoid benefits. The CEO's 2024 compensation was $800,000, and in 2018, the CEO median pay ratio was 364:1. While the company holds HIPAA, GDPR, and ISO-27001 certifications for Safe & Smart Tech, specific data on cybersecurity investments or data breach history is not publicly detailed. Many other ethical areas lack sufficient public information for a comprehensive assessment.

Value Scores

Better Health for All0
-100100
Fair Money & Economic Opportunity0
-100100
Fair Pay & Worker Respect-60
-100100
Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing0
-100100
Honest & Fair Business0
-100100
Kind to Animals0
-100100
No War, No Weapons0
-100100
Planet-Friendly Business0
-100100
Respect for Cultures & Communities0
-100100
Safe & Smart Tech10
-100100
Zero Waste & Sustainable Products0
-100100

Better Health for All

0

Franklin Wireless Corp.'s principal goods and services, wireless devices, are generally health-neutral, resulting in a neutral score for health impact. The company, through Advanced Wireless, Inc. (AWI), is donating over 800 Wi-Fi access points to Irpin, Ukraine, a city significantly impacted by war with 20 damaged schools and approximately 25,000 displaced people.

1
This initiative aims to provide internet access in schools, bomb shelters, and hospitals, supporting students, doctors, and nurses in a war-torn region.
2
This action directly addresses access for a vulnerable population and constitutes a significant contribution during a public health emergency. AWI has also invested $2.5 million in Southeastern Wisconsin through its wireless schools initiative grant program.
3
The company's Quvo parental control app collects personal information and shares location and message data with third parties, but also offers data encryption and deletion options.
4
No other specific, quantifiable evidence was found for the remaining KPIs.

Fair Money & Economic Opportunity

0

No evidence available to assess Franklin Wireless Corp. on Fair Money & Economic Opportunity.

Fair Pay & Worker Respect

-60

In 2018, the CEO to median employee pay ratio was 364:1, or 323:1 excluding a sign-on bonus.

1
Employee reviews on Glassdoor indicate an overall rating of 2.3/5, with specific ratings of 1.9/5 for culture and values, 2.1/5 for work-life balance, 2.0/5 for senior management, and 2.2/5 for compensation and benefits.
2
Employee comments frequently mention that benefits are not good enough, with some reviews stating 'ultra poor employee benefits' and 'taking away benefits from full-time employees'.
3
One review explicitly notes the practice of 'hiring 1099 employees to avoid paying benefits or overtime', indicating a high share of insecure contracts without benefits.
4
This practice also suggests that less than 5% of employees receive employer-funded health coverage.

Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing

0

No evidence available to assess Franklin Wireless Corp. on Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing.

Honest & Fair Business

0

No evidence available to assess Franklin Wireless Corp. on Honest & Fair Business.

Kind to Animals

0

The provided article for Franklin Wireless Corp. (FKWL.US) does not contain any specific information or metrics related to animal welfare practices.

1
While the company states a commitment to general ethical sourcing, it explicitly notes a lack of data on animal welfare metrics such as cruelty-free certifications, alternative testing, humane operations, wildlife conservation impact, animal-derived ingredients, supplier audits for animal welfare, or engagement in animal welfare policy.
2
Therefore, no KPIs under the 'Kind to Animals' value can be scored based on the evidence provided.

No War, No Weapons

0

No evidence available to assess Franklin Wireless Corp. on No War, No Weapons.

Planet-Friendly Business

0

The company states a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, conserving natural resources, and adhering to environmental laws.

1
It aims to reduce electricity and water consumption and is exploring ways to decrease its carbon footprint through responsible product design and manufacturing.
2
However, no specific quantitative data on environmental metrics such as emissions, renewable energy use, or waste diversion is provided.
3

Respect for Cultures & Communities

0

No evidence available to assess Franklin Wireless Corp. on Respect for Cultures & Communities.

Safe & Smart Tech

10

Franklin Wireless Corp. is ISO-27001 certified and explicitly states compliance with HIPAA and GDPR regulations.

1
The company implements data minimization practices by anonymizing data when shared with its global community.
2
Users are provided with control over their personal data, with the ability to select what and with whom to share information.
3

Zero Waste & Sustainable Products

0

No evidence available to assess Franklin Wireless Corp. on Zero Waste & Sustainable Products.

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