GOVERNANCE & RISK ADVISORY
Building Resilient Organisations with Trust and Strong Governance
Protecting Integrity, Enabling Growth
Strong governance and effective risk management are not just regulatory requirements but differentiators that make organisations trusted, resilient, and future-ready.
In today’s UAE and global business environment, companies face mounting pressure from regulators, investors, and customers to operate transparently, manage risks proactively, and uphold the highest ethical standards.
At AKW Consultants, we design governance and risk frameworks that do more than check compliance boxes. We help boards, regulators, and business leaders anticipate challenges, strengthen oversight, and build long-term trust. From corporate boards to emerging digital sectors, our expertise covers UAE regulations, ESG frameworks, operational resilience, and international best practices.
Your governance and risk framework shouldn’t just protect your business.
It should empower it to grow.
Our Governance & Risk Solutions
Corporate Governance
Accountability and Ethical Leadership That Endures
We help boards, executives, and shareholders strengthen governance frameworks that inspire confidence among regulators and investors. Services include:
- Board structuring and role definitions
- Codes of conduct and governance policies
- Committee design and stakeholder engagement strategies
Supply Chain Risk Management
Traceability and Compliance for High-Risk Sectors
AKW is recognised globally for its expertise in supply chain due diligence, particularly in gold, critical
minerals, and regulated industries. We provide:
- Supplier traceability and real-time risk dashboards
- Certification readiness (LBMA, UAEGD, RJC)
- Geopolitical risk assessments powered by Digital Fingerprint Technology
Operational & Non-Financial Risk Management
Going Beyond Financials to Safeguard Business Continuity
We help clients identify, manage, and mitigate risks beyond the balance sheet, including:
- ESG compliance and third-party risk
- Cyber and data protection risks
- Risk management aligned with ISO 31000 and the Three Lines of Defence model
Mergers & Acquisitions Risk Management
De-Risking Deals From Start to Finish.
M&A deals bring high stakes. We provide end-to-end risk advisory across:
- Legal and regulatory due diligence
- Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) reviews
- Merger control, FDI regulations, and VARA compliance
- Post-deal integration and risk alignment
AI & Tech Governance and Risk Management
Responsible Innovation, Powered by Regulation
We help organisations adopt AI, cloud, and digital technologies with confidence, ensuring they’re secure, ethical, and compliant. Our services include:
- AI and data governance aligned with UAE AI Ethics Guidelines and the EU AI Act
- PDPL compliance and data privacy frameworks
- Cybersecurity governance and incident response planning
Corporate Governance
Accountability and Ethical Leadership That Endures
We help boards, executives, and shareholders strengthen governance frameworks that inspire confidence among regulators and investors. Services include:
- Board structuring and role definitions
- Codes of conduct and governance policies
- Committee design and stakeholder engagement strategies
Supply Chain Risk Management
Traceability and Compliance for High-Risk Sectors
AKW is recognised globally for its expertise in supply chain due diligence, particularly in gold, critical minerals, and regulated industries. We provide:
- Supplier traceability and real-time risk dashboards
- Certification readiness (LBMA, UAEGD, RJC)
- Geopolitical risk assessments powered by Digital Fingerprint Technology
Operational & Non-Financial Risk Management
Going Beyond Financials to Safeguard Business Continuity
We help clients identify, manage, and mitigate risks beyond the balance sheet, including:
- ESG compliance and third-party risk
- Cyber and data protection risks
- Risk management aligned with ISO 31000 and the Three Lines of Defence model
Mergers & Acquisitions Risk Management
De-Risking Deals From Start to Finish.
M&A deals bring high stakes. We provide end-to-end risk advisory across:
- Legal and regulatory due diligence
- Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) reviews
- Merger control, FDI regulations, and VARA compliance
- Post-deal integration and risk alignment
AI & Tech Governance and Risk Management
Responsible Innovation, Powered by Regulation
We help organisations adopt AI, cloud, and digital technologies with confidence, ensuring they’re secure, ethical, and compliant. Our services include:
- AI and data governance aligned with UAE AI Ethics Guidelines and the EU AI Act
- PDPL compliance and data privacy frameworks
- Cybersecurity governance and incident response planning
Why Businesses Choose AKW
Cross-Disciplinary Expertise
Lawyers, compliance officers, Ex-Big Four
specialists, and ESG experts collaborate on
every engagement.
UAE Regulatory Mastery
Deep knowledge of Companies Law, SCA rules,
Central Bank frameworks, PDPL, Competition Law,
and Free Zone requirements (DIFC, ADGM, DMCC).
Industry-Specific Solutions
Tailored advisory for gold, crypto,
fintech, healthcare, real estate,
and other high-risk sectors.
Global Standards Alignment
Frameworks mapped to OECD,
ISO, COSO, NIST, EU AI Act, UN
Global Compact.
Audit-Ready Support
From AI governance audits to supply chain
due diligence and VARA inspections, we
ensure your business is always review-ready.
TRUSTED
by Boards,
Regulators & Global Investors
AKW Consultants is the trusted partner for organisations that need to demonstrate credibility, control, and compliance across borders. We provide governance and risk solutions that strengthen trust and resilience.
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