Oman’s Upgraded National Quality Framework
                     Oman’s Upgraded National 
Quality Framework & Its Impact 
on 
ISO-Certified Businesses
Aligning with International Standards | Oman Vision 20
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Agenda
 Background & Vision
 Oman’s National Quality Framework
 Key Achievements & Strategic Projects
 Impact on ISO-Certified Businesses
 Role of Digital Transformation
 Why This Matters for Businesses
 How MaxiCert Supports Organizations
 Conclusion & Call to Action
Oman’s Vision for Quality Excellence
Oman is building a world-class quality and standards ecosystem
Led by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion 
(MoCIIP)
Implemented through the Directorate General of Standards and 
Metrology (DGSM)
Part of the 10th Five-Year Development Plan and Oman Vision 2040
What Is the National Quality Framework?
A structured system ensuring quality, safety, and reliability
Covers:
Standards development
Metrology (measurement accuracy)
Conformity assessment
Accreditation
Quality marks and certification
Supports sustainable economic growth and international trade
Empowering Quality Infrastructure in Oman
Establishment of the Oman Accreditation Centre
Launch of the Omani Standards Store (digital 
repository)
Development of national conformity assessment s
ystems
Regulation of precious metals and valuable stones
Expansion of the Omani Quality Mark for product 
credibility
Strategic Achievements (2025–2028)
MoUs signed with:
Bahrain
India
Belarus
Tunisia
Mutual recognition in conformity assessment and 
precious metals regulation
Strengthening international trade and regulatory 
trust 
Commitment to International Best 
Practices
Development of National Strategy for 
Standardisation and Quality (2026–2030)
Implementation of a Quality Management 
System aligned with ISO 9001
Strong focus on consistency, efficiency, and 
global acceptance
Alignment of national regulations with 
international ISO standards
Global & Regional Engagement
Active participation in
International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
International Organization of Legal Metrology
Arab Industrial Development, Standardization & Mining Organization
Enhancing Oman’s influence in global standard-setting
Standards Development Milestones
 Five national projects completed:
• Traditional Omani vessels
• Frankincense products
• Cosmetics
• Energy-efficient lighting
• Smart water meters
 Approval of 9 new national standards in 2025
 Adoption of over 1,000 GCC unified standards
 196 GCC standards prepared by Oman
        Building Competency & Capacity  
 Seven specialized training programs under Oman Accreditation Centre
 250+ professionals trained in:
 Accreditation
 Testing
 Calibration
 Inspection
 Strong support for SMEs and entrepreneurs
 Over 15 technical programs for public & private sectors
Digital Transformation in 
Quality
 Launch of five new DGSM e-services
 Redesigned conformity assessment system
 Integration of energy efficiency labeling with HAZM platform
 Improved transparency, traceability, and service turnaround time
Alignment with ISO 
Management Systems
1)ISO 9001: Process efficiency and digital record management
2)ISO 27001: Information security and system reliability
3)ISO standards align seamlessly with Oman’s digital quality 
initiatives
4)Faster compliance and improved operational control
Oman’s Global Quality 
Standing
1. Ranked 57th globally in UNIDO’s Quality Infrastructure for 
Sustainable Development Index (QI4SD)
2. Member of 40+ international technical committees
3. Focus areas include:
• Sustainability
• Renewable energy
• Hydrogen technology
• Environmental management
What This Means for Businesses in Oman
Stronger, government-backed regulatory framework
Easier integration of ISO requirements with national policies
Increased confidence for local and international stakeholders
Supportive environment for ISO certification and compliance
Key Benefits for ISO-
Certified Organizations
Improved market access (local, regional, global)
Enhanced brand reputation and credibility
Increased customer and investor confidence
Independent third-party validation of management 
systems
Why Businesses Should Act 
Now
National infrastructure now supports ISO 
adoption
Reduced compliance complexity
Greater opportunities for global trade
Competitive advantage in a quality-driven market
How MaxiCert Supports Organizations in 
Omam
• Gap analysis and risk assessment
• ISO documentation and policy development
• Employee training and awareness programs
• Implementation support for:
• ISO 9001
• ISO 14001
• ISO 22000
• ISO 27001
• ISO 45001
• Internal audits and certification coordination
Why Choose MaxiCert?
• Experienced ISO consultants
• Practical, business-focused solutions
• End-to-end certification support
• Faster, smoother, and compliant certification 
journey
Conclusion – A Future Built on Quality & 
Trust
• Oman’s quality framework marks a major transformation
• ISO standards are key to sustainable growth and global 
competitiveness
• Now is the right time for businesses to align and upgrade
MaxiCert – Your Partner in Quality & Certification 
Excellence