Sharjah Excellence Award
For large, small and medium establishments operating in Sharjah.
Who this category is for
The award's main category, for large, small and medium private-sector establishments operating in the emirate of Sharjah, aimed at activating the private sector's role and strengthening its competitiveness.
Size bands
- Small: 9 to 49 employees
- Medium: 50 to 249 employees
- Large: 250 employees or more
Sectors
- Industry
- Trade and retail
- Real-estate services
- Tourism
- Construction
- Financial services
- Transport and logistics
- Education
- Health
- Digital services
How we prepare you for this category
- 1
A structured self-assessment against the excellence model the award uses, producing a numbered gap report.
- 2
Closing the priority gaps within the time available before submission, and building the missing evidence.
- 3
Writing the submission and tying every statement in it to coded evidence the assessor can reach directly.
- 4
A full simulation of the site visit and assessor interviews with the owner of each criterion.
Frequently asked questions
We are in Sharjah with 30 employees — this category or the SME award?+
Both fit your size, but the award does not allow entering two categories at once. The SME award focuses on the project's innovation and results, while the Sharjah Excellence Award assesses overall organisational maturity. We help you choose the closer fit in a short diagnostic session.
Is there a minimum number of years in operation?+
Yes: more than three years in operation in the emirate, with a valid licence and sound financial and legal standing.
The award's other categories
Sharjah SME Award
For innovative projects in trade, industry and services across the UAE.
Learn moreSharjah Entrepreneurs Award
For successful business owners in any emirate of the UAE.
Learn moreSharjah Entrepreneurs with Disability Award
For enterprise owners with disabilities in any emirate of the UAE.
Learn moreSharjah Gulf Excellence Award
For the best-performing establishments across the GCC.
Learn moreSharjah Gulf Localisation Award
For the establishments that most employ and develop GCC nationals.
Learn moreSharjah Social Responsibility Award
For establishments in Sharjah with a working social-responsibility system.
Learn moreSharjah Best Security Standards Award
For establishments in Sharjah that meet security and safety standards.
Learn more