The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) has been officially awarded the ISO 9001:2015 certification for Quality Management System (QMS) by SGS, a global leader in testing, inspection and certification. This achievement marks a pivotal step in ADPIC’s journey to embed quality, accountability and continuous improvement across its delivery of public infrastructure in Abu Dhabi.
The recognition reflects ADPIC’s strategic commitment to aligning with international best practices and further reinforces its position as a trusted government entity delivering efficient, transparent and sustainable capital projects for the Abu Dhabi Emirate.
A Framework to Build Quality-Driven Infrastructure
To embed quality across every stage of its operations, ADPIC adopted the ISO 9001 framework as a foundation for structured, consistent and transparent project delivery. This approach has enabled the Centre to integrate quality into planning, execution and monitoring, ensuring all capital projects meet the highest standards of performance and integrity.
The certification process required cross-departmental collaboration, structured documentation and a shared commitment to institutionalizing excellence across ADPIC. The independent audit conducted by SGS confirmed the robustness of ADPIC’s systems while offering practical insights to further enhance efficiency and team accountability.
SGS brought a high level of professionalism and transparency to the audit process. They engaged closely with our teams, asked the right questions, and shared practical insights that helped us identify opportunities for enhancement.
Certification Scope
The scope of ADPIC’s certification covers the full Quality Management System (QMS) governing its financial and contractual functions, along with the planning and execution of capital and infrastructure projects across Abu Dhabi.
This structured framework will support ADPIC’s efforts across housing, transportation, education, tourism, and community infrastructure sectors that are central to Abu Dhabi’s long-term vision for inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth.
How ISO 9001 supports ADPIC’s mission?
The ISO 9001 standard offers a globally recognized structure for operational consistency, stakeholder trust and regulatory compliance. For ADPIC, this certification helps enhance its delivery capabilities across key areas:
- Transparency: Clearly defined and documented procedures strengthen governance, internal alignment, and external trust.
- Efficiency: Standardized workflows and integrated systems reduce duplication, improve resource use, and support agile execution.
- Leadership and Accountability: A culture of data-driven decision-making and ownership is embedded across ADPIC’s teams.
- Strategic Alignment: Projects are designed and delivered in line with Abu Dhabi’s development priorities and global infrastructure standards.
Contributing to Abu Dhabi and the World
ISO 9001 is closely aligned with international sustainability frameworks and supports multiple UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), notably Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure) and Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production). These global benchmarks resonate with ADPIC’s mandate to deliver infrastructure that is future-ready, resource-conscious, and centred around people and communities.
This certification represents more than compliance. It signals a long-term institutional commitment to quality and impact. Through rigorous systems and a shared culture of excellence, ADPIC is better positioned to shape the future of Abu Dhabi’s infrastructure, building with purpose, operating with discipline, and delivering with lasting value.
We congratulate ADPIC on achieving ISO 9001 certification, a milestone that reflects their strong leadership, commitment to operational excellence, and forward-thinking approach to public project management.
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About SGS
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