At UKAS, we operate a dedicated New Product Development Programme designed to support emerging technologies, evolving market sectors, and innovative approaches to assurance.
How Can We Help?
Our experienced development team works closely with organisations, scheme owners, and stakeholders to explore new and smarter ways of operating, helping to establish the robust assurance processes needed to build trust and confidence.
Accreditation adds significant value by providing independent assurance of competence, consistency, and performance. It helps organisations demonstrate credibility, improve service delivery, and enhance confidence among customers, regulators, government, and the wider society they serve.
These practical resources enable scheme owners to assess their level of preparedness and determine whether their scheme is sufficiently mature and suitable for accreditation. By identifying strengths and areas for development early, organisations can move forward with greater confidence and clarity.
Celebrating Recent Successes
Our Development Portfolio continues to support a broad spectrum of sectors and activities, with around 80 development initiatives underway at any one time.
We are proud to celebrate the successful development and implementation of accreditation in a number of innovative and impactful areas, including:
Forensic Examination in Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARCs)
Digital Identity and Verification Assurance
Nuclear Supply Chain Management Systems
Biobanking Activities through ISO 20387
Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (ISO/IEC 42001)
Compost Certification Schemes
SERMI Scheme – UK Implementation
These achievements demonstrate UKAS’s commitment to enabling confidence in new and emerging sectors, supporting innovation while maintaining the highest levels of assurance, competence, and trust.
Looking Ahead
As markets, technologies, and societal needs continue to evolve, UKAS remains committed to helping organisations navigate new opportunities, develop credible assurance solutions, and deliver lasting value to stakeholders. Together, we are shaping the future of accreditation and building confidence in the services that matter most.
“Our recent successes demonstrate the dedication, expertise and innovation of the UKAS Development Team. These achievements are a testament to the passion, professionalism and determination of everyone involved. Together, we are enabling innovation while strengthening trust and confidence across an ever-expanding range of sectors.” I am immensely proud of what the team has achieved.” — Louise Sanders, Head of Development & Scheme Integrity
