Accredited Consulting Firm (ACF)

The Accredited Consulting Firm – ACF™ certification from BDA is an official recognition of consulting firms that uphold the highest professional and ethical standards in business development. This accreditation is awarded to companies that have demonstrated their ability to deliver impactful projects with measurable results for clients, are managed by experienced consultants, and are committed to continuous improvement and transparent governance practices.

Evaluation is conducted using the BDAAT tool across five core areas: alignment with BDABoK®, quality of projects and client outcomes, consultant team competence, ethical and professional policies, and the company’s commitment to ongoing development and improvement. Upon passing the assessment with a score of at least 75 out of 100, the company receives the official ACF™ certificate and accreditation badge for use in marketing materials, presentations, and its website.

This certification boosts the firm’s credibility with clients and partners and opens new expansion opportunities by featuring it in the official BDA directory. It also creates pathways for collaboration with local and international institutions within the BDA global network.