Officials pose for a group photo with the ISO certification.
Doha, Qatar: Alfardan Group has been awarded the prestigious ISO 22301:2019 certification for its robust Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) from LRQA, a leading global assurance partner with expertise in certification, brand assurance, cybersecurity, inspection, and training. This significant achievement showcases Alfardan Group’s commitment to ensuring the continuity of critical business operations during exceptional circumstances.
The ISO 22301:2019 certification is an internationally recognized standard that provides a comprehensive framework for companies to implement resilient and clearly defined procedures, ensuring uninterrupted business operations in the face of unforeseen disruptions. By adhering to this standard, Alfardan Group has demonstrated its dedication to maintaining service levels at par with global benchmarks, while safeguarding the interests of its valued clients and stakeholders.
Kashyap Dalal, Deputy CEO of Alfardan Group said, “Our success in achieving the ISO 22301:2019 certification reflects our unwavering dedication to excellence and our commitment to ensuring the continuity of our businesses. It is a testament to the hard work and determination of our entire team, who continuously strive to exceed international standards and provide unparalleled services to our clients.”
Nayef Trad, Head of Information Security of Alfardan Group said, “In addition to overseeing the traditional IT security aspects, the Information Security Department at Alfardan Group also ensures that all the Business Units adopt the latest technologies without compromising the continuity, quality, or security of services they are known to provide. To this end, our choice was the top internationally recognized system: ISO 22301:2019 to safeguard our information as our major business asset, ensuring uninterrupted delivery of services as per our clients’ expectations.”
Mohamed Hamdi, LRQA Business Manager in Qatar also commented, “We are grateful to Alfardan Group for choosing us as their assurance partner. At LRQA, we combine our technical know-how, sector expertise and innovative approach to work closely with our clients, helping them shape their future by building safer, more secure, more sustainable businesses.”
With its long-standing ISO 27001:2013 certification pertaining to Information Security Management System (ISMS), and by now acquiring the ISO 22301:2019 certification for BCMS, Alfardan Group has strengthened its resilience, reassuring its clients, partners, and stakeholders that it is well-prepared to maintain uninterrupted operations.
