RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS
Build Integrity into Every
Layer of Your Organisation.
WHAT IS RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS ?
Responsible business is the new standard for how modern organisations build trust, reduce risk, and create long-term value.
At AKW Consultants, we help organisations operationalise integrity across their governance systems, supply chains, and compliance functions. Our approach goes beyond ticking regulatory boxes into building credibility, sustainability, and resilience into your operations.
If you’re a gold refinery, crypto exchange, corporate service provider, or ESG-focused enterprise, we design frameworks that align with international standards, market expectations, and evolving regulatory mandates.
Our Responsible Business Services
Responsible Sourcing
Traceability. Transparency. Trust.
We help precious metals, stones, and critical minerals companies source responsibly
in line with OECD Guidelines, UAE Due Diligence Regulations, and Emirates Bullion
Market Committee (EBC) rules.
Ethical Business Conduct​
Where Compliance Meets Character.
We embed ethical frameworks covering governance, labour rights, fair competition, anti-bribery,
whistleblower systems, and third-party risk controls, helping you institutionalise ethics as part of
business culture.
Supply Chain Due Diligence
Prevent Risk Before It Reaches You.
We design and assess due diligence systems that meet global market and regulatory benchmarks.
From documentation and site-level assessments to stakeholder engagement, we ensure your sourcing practices can withstand regulator and investor scrutiny.
Responsible Sourcing
Traceability. Transparency. Trust.
We help precious metals, stones, and critical minerals companies source responsibly in line with OECD Guidelines, UAE Due Diligence Regulations, and Emirates Bullion Market Committee (EBC) rules.
Ethical Business Conduct​
Where Compliance Meets Character.
We embed ethical frameworks covering governance, labour rights, fair competition, anti-bribery, whistleblower systems, and third-party risk controls, helping you institutionalise ethics as part of business culture.
Supply Chain Due Diligence
Prevent Risk Before It Reaches You.
We design and assess due diligence systems that meet global market and regulatory benchmarks. From documentation and site-level assessments to stakeholder engagement, we ensure your sourcing practices can withstand regulator and investor scrutiny.
Why Responsible Business Matters
Meets UAE legal mandates (Ministry of Economy, Emirates Bullion Market Committee, AML/CFT law)
Safeguards market access, trade, and financing opportunities
Minimises reputational and regulatory risks
Strengthens trust among regulators, investors, and customers
Future-proofs operations as ESG and compliance converge
Why Businesses Choose AKW
Recognised AuthorityÂ
Appointed UAE Good Delivery Auditor by the Emirates Bullion Market Committee
Proven Global Track Record
Conducted responsible sourcing reviews in Ethiopia, Tanzania, Peru, Rwanda, Venezuela, and other high-risk jurisdictions
Practical Integrity Systems
Built grievance and whistleblower mechanisms for DNFBPs and multinationals in the UAE
Trusted by Regulators & Markets
Advisors to the Africa Minerals Strategy Group (AMSG) and gold compliance experts for U.S. SEC filings
End-to-End Partner
From policy design and due diligence to inspections, certifications, and market assurance
Ready to Operationalise
Responsible Business?
Whether you’re preparing for certification, facing regulatory inspection, or responding to stakeholder expectations, AKW ensures your business leads with integrity, resilience, and credibility.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Responsible Business Services at AKW