ISO Certification Consultants in UAE · Trusted Since 2016
The UAE's only ISO 20700 certified consultancy. Since 2016, we've helped 4,000+ businesses across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the GCC get properly certified.
No shortcuts. No certificate mills. No malpractice.
Why Businesses Across the GCC Choose Qdot for ISO Certification
Qdot is the UAE's leading ISO certification consultancy, helping manufacturers, oil & gas operators, food businesses, construction firms, laboratories, inspection bodies, trading companies, and service providers achieve internationally recognized ISO certifications. Headquartered in Deira, Dubai, we serve clients across all seven emirates (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain) and across seven countries spanning the GCC and Pakistan.
We are a pure ISO consultancy firm, not a certification body. This distinction matters. We work transparently with certification bodies accredited under UKAS, EIAC, DAkkS, and other recognized members of the Global ACI (formerly International Accreditation Forum). We never sell certificates. We never partner with certificate mills. And we never compromise on the integrity that has earned us long-term relationships with names like ADNOC, Mira Aerospace, Al Masaood Group, Integrated Transport Centre Abu Dhabi, Tasnee Petrochemical Complex, AZDAN, Mazzraty, Modern Mills, and 4,000+ others.
Established in 2016, Qdot has grown into a team of 19 staff: 10 specialist consultants with deep expertise across QHSE, food safety, information security, business continuity, social compliance, accreditation standards, and product registration, plus 9 dedicated support staff.
What Makes Qdot Different from Other ISO Consultants in UAE
UAE's Only ISO 20700 Certified ISO Consultancy
ISO 20700:2017 is the international standard specifically for management consultancy services. To the best of our knowledge, Qdot is the only ISO consultancy firm in the UAE certified to ISO 20700. We hold ourselves to the same rigorous standard we ask our clients to achieve.
ISO 9001:2015 Certified Ourselves
We don't just consult on quality management — we live it. Qdot is a certified ISO 9001:2015 organization, with documented processes, internal audits, and a quality management system that mirrors what we build for you.
We Only Work With IAF-Accredited Certification Bodies
We partner with SGS, Bureau Veritas, Intertek, FAHSS, DNV, TÜV SÜD, URS, KBS, TÜV Rheinland, and TÜV Apex, all accredited under UKAS, EIAC, DAkkS, and other IAF members. We will never recommend a non-accredited certificate mill, even if it is cheaper.
100% Money-Back Guarantee
If we are unable to complete your ISO certification project for any reason on our end, you receive a full refund. No exceptions. Your trust matters more to us than the fee. (Note: we cannot legally guarantee that a certification body will award you a certificate. Any consultancy that promises this is engaging in malpractice.)
Deep Industry Expertise Across 4,000+ Engagements
Since 2016, we've delivered consultancy across oil & gas, construction, food manufacturing, perfumes & cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, trading, laboratories, inspection bodies, facility management, and the service sector. Our food industry footprint across the UAE and GCC is particularly strong.
Long-Term Partnership, Not a One-Time Transaction
We're not a drop-the-documents-and-disappear consultancy. We support our clients through stage 1 and stage 2 audits, help close non-conformities, and continue supporting annual surveillance audits and recertifications year after year. 95% of our clients stay with us long-term.
Comprehensive ISO Certification Services in UAE
Qdot offers end-to-end consultancy across every major ISO standard, product registration scheme, and training program your business needs.
- Management System Standards
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Product Registration & Certification
- Schemes: ECAS, ROHS, SABER (KSA), SFDA, IECEE, Pre-Shipment
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Trainings
- Internal Auditor Training
- Awareness Training
- Food Safety Trainings
- Health & Safety Trainings
- Gap Analysis
- Internal Audit
- Risk Assessment
- ISO Maintenance & Surveillance Support
Qdot's Niche Strength: While most consultancies focus on common standards, Qdot is one of the few firms in the UAE with deep specialist capability in ISO 22301, ISO 27001, ISO 50001, ISO 41001, ISO 17020, ISO 17025, SEDEX/SMETA, and EcoVadis. If your industry needs niche expertise, you've come to the right place.
How We Get Your Business ISO Certified: 9 Clear Steps
We follow a structured, time-tested methodology refined over 1,000+ certifications. No shortcuts, no surprises.
Kick-Off Meeting
We meet your team, understand your business, define scope, set milestones, and align expectations.
Planning
A detailed project plan with timelines, deliverables, responsibilities, and certification body shortlist.
Gap Analysis (System As-Is Study)
Our consultants assess your existing processes, documentation, and practices against the chosen ISO standard.
Awareness Training
We train your team on what ISO is, why it matters, and how the standard applies to their daily work.
Documentation Development
We develop your manuals, procedures, work instructions, forms, and records. Customised to your business. No copy-pasted templates.
Training on the Developed System
Hands-on training so your staff understand and own the new system.
Implementation Support
We support internal audits, management review meetings, and corrective action closure.
Certification Audit Support
We help you select an IAF-accredited certification body and physically attend stage 1 and stage 2 audits with you, supporting your team in closing non-conformities.
Post-Certification & Surveillance Support
We continue supporting you through annual surveillance audits, recertification cycles, and continual improvement.
Typical Timeline: For a small company (10 to 20 staff) certifying to a single standard, expect 45 to 60 days. Larger or multi-standard projects scale based on company size, standard requirements, staff competence, and cooperation levels.
ISO Certification Across Every Major Industry in UAE & GCC
Qdot has clients in nearly every sector of the UAE and GCC economy. The table below shows the most commonly applicable standards by industry.
| Industry | Recommended ISO Standards |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001 (high energy use) |
| Food Manufacturing | ISO 22000, HACCP, FSSC 22000, BRC, HALAL |
| General Trading | ISO 9001 |
| Food Trading | ISO 22000 or ISO 9001 + HACCP |
| Perfumes & Cosmetics | ISO 9001, ISO 22716 (GMP), HALAL, SEDEX |
| Construction | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 |
| Oil & Gas | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001 |
| Packaging | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 |
| Service Industry | ISO 9001 + sector-specific standards |
| Textile / Garments | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, SEDEX |
| Facility Management | ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 41001 |
| Inspection Bodies | ISO 17020 (Accredited by EIAC) |
| Testing / Calibration Labs | ISO 17025 (Accredited by EIAC) |
| Logistics & Supply Chain | C-TPAT, ISO 28000 |
| Specialist Standard | Industrial Sector |
|---|---|
| ISO 50001 | Manufacturing: high energy usage companies |
| Halal | Food manufacturing or trading companies supplying Halal products |
| FSSC 22000 | Food manufacturers exporting to Europe (globally preferred) |
| BRC | Food manufacturers seeking higher-level certification beyond ISO 22000 / HACCP |
| ISO 41001 | Facility management companies |
| ISO 27001 | Companies sensitive to information security |
| ISO 55001 | Companies focused on asset management |
| SEDEX SMETA | Companies exporting to Europe: social compliance requirement |
| SA 8000 | Social accountability certification for European export requirements |
| C-TPAT | Supply chain & logistics companies: US border security compliance |
| WRAP | Worldwide Responsible Accreditation Production |
| ISO 37001 | Companies requiring anti-bribery management systems |
Notable Clients Across UAE, KSA, Qatar & GCC
Qdot has earned the trust of organisations ranging from regional giants to specialist SMEs:
- ADNOC — Business Continuity Management System (ISO 22301) Training
- Mira Aerospace (UAE) — AS9100 Aerospace Quality Management
- Integrated Transport Centre Abu Dhabi — ISO 39001 Road Traffic Safety
- Al Masaood Group (UAE) — ISO 41001, ISO 22301, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
- Tasnee Petrochemical Complex (KSA) — ISO 50001 Energy Management
- Mazzraty (Qatar) — Halal Training
- Modern Mills (KSA) — ISO 17025 Lab Accreditation
- AZDAN — ISO 22301 & ISO 27001
- Xad Tech — ISO 22301 Business Continuity
- Silent Night (UAE) — SEDEX / SMETA Social Compliance
- Arabian Gulf Steel Industries (AGSI), Max Frank, ACP, PMK Group
- Pulsar Foodstuff Trading, Al Moghera Chemicals, Luxury Carts, Saudi Napesco, Netzero
Qdot vs. Typical ISO Consultants in UAE: A Transparent Comparison
| What to Look For | Qdot | One-Person / Ghost Consultant | Certificate-Mill Consultancy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physical office in UAE | ✓ Dubai (Deira) | ✗ Often none | ✗ Often virtual only |
| ISO 20700 certified | ✓ Only one in UAE | ✗ | ✗ |
| ISO 9001:2015 certified | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Team size | 19 staff (10 specialists + 9 support) | 1 | Unverifiable |
| Works only with IAF-accredited CBs | ✓ Always | Sometimes | ✗ Often non-IAF |
| Years in business | Since 2016 | Variable | Variable |
| Money-back guarantee | ✓ 100% | ✗ | ✗ |
| Post-certification surveillance support | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Track record | 4,000+ clients, 1,000+ certifications | Limited | Hard to verify |
| Customised documentation | ✓ Built for your business | ✗ Templates | ✗ Generic copies |
What Our Clients Say
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BLOG
Free ISO Resources from Qdot's Knowledge Hub
We share what we know. Our blogs, news, FAQs, and webinars are written by our consultants for business owners and quality managers across the GCC.
KNOWLEDGE HUB
Qdot believes in sharing knowledge. Our Knowledge Hub is updated regularly with practical guides, checklists, and insights on ISO standards, certification processes, and compliance requirements.
BLOG
Practical guides on getting ISO certified, choosing the right standard, and avoiding common pitfalls. Written by our consultants for business owners and quality managers across the GCC.
NEWS
Latest updates on ISO standards, regulatory changes in UAE and GCC, and industry events, including EIAC circulars and accreditation body announcements.
WEBINARS
Free hour-long sessions on weekends covering ISO topics in depth. Open to all. Visit our website to register for upcoming webinars.
FAQs
Answers to the most common questions our consultants are asked, on certification cost, timelines, standard selection, and more.
GALLERY
Highlights from our trainings, certification audits, and client engagements across UAE and the GCC.
Frequently Asked Questions About ISO Certification in UAE
ISO certification cost in UAE depends on your company size, the standard(s) you need, the number of locations, and the certification body you choose. Qdot offers a free, transparent quote with no hidden fees. Request yours here.
For a small company (10 to 20 staff) certifying to a single standard, the typical timeline is 45 to 60 days. Larger organisations and multi-standard certifications take longer based on complexity, staff competence, and cooperation levels.
No. Qdot is purely an ISO consultancy firm. We help you prepare for certification, then help you select an IAF-accredited certification body to issue the actual certificate. We have no commercial relationship with any specific certification body, so our advice is always independent.
Yes. Qdot serves all seven emirates of the UAE: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain, as well as KSA, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Pakistan.
An accredited certificate is issued by a certification body recognised under the International Accreditation Forum (IAF), via accreditation bodies like UKAS, EIAC, or DAkkS. Non-accredited certificates are often issued by certificate mills, are not internationally recognised, and may be rejected by clients, government bodies, and tender authorities. Qdot only works with IAF-accredited certification bodies.
We offer a 100% money-back guarantee if Qdot is unable to complete your project for any reason on our end. We do not guarantee that the certification body will award you a certificate. Any consultancy that promises this is engaging in malpractice. The certification body is independent, and the decision is theirs alone.
Yes. We support all annual surveillance audits, recertification audits, and continual improvement of your management system. 95% of our clients stay with us long-term.
Yes. Qdot is certified to ISO 9001:2015 and is the only ISO consultancy in the UAE certified to ISO 20700:2017 (the international standard for management consultancy services).
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