Since the inception in 1990, the SME Project has worked closely with donor agencies, local communities and other NGOs in the development of Small and Micro Enterprises. Over the years, the project gained considerable experience in all areas of SME development. The project is also sharing its experiences with other international Micro Finance Institutions by participating in international conferences workshops, and networks. The SME Project is now providing a variety of consultancy services to National, Regional, and International agencies and institutions involved in SME development. 

ABA has been selected by the UNDP as an International Technical Service Provider for its MicroStart Program. The UNDP has contracted with ABA to provide such services in Bahrain and Yemen.

The consulting services include: The design of sustainable micro credit schemes design of services delivery mechanisms, sequencing of actions to begin credit operations, training workshops with comprehensive modules, staff incentive schemes, performance measurement, and impact tracking.

Consultancy services also includes the providing of  the software package "LOAN TRACKER" designed in-house by ABA