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International Trade and DevelopmentHesse, Germany1001-5000 Employees
DQS is a German provider of assessment and certification services in the International Trade and Development industry, headquartered at 21 August-Schanz-Straße, Frankfurt, Hesse, 60433, Germany. Founded in 1985, the company employs 1,001 to 5,000 people and maintains a global team of about 2,500 auditors. DQS conducts more than 125,000 audit days per year across more than 60 countries and offers certifications across over 200 standards. The organization focuses on management system assessment and certification to help clients manage risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and pursue opportunities in a dynamic regulatory and business landscape. Beyond compliance, DQS positions itself as a partner in digitalization, automation, and sustainability, with expertise spanning cybersecurity, AI governance, ESG, supply chain management, medical device safety, and future mobility, supported by advanced auditing methodologies and real-time insights. Recent reporting indicates ongoing geographic expansion, including development of an ASEAN footprint and partnerships with institutions such as Accra Technical University.