KAFD believes that the envisioned sustainable and comprehensive development cannot be achieved without proper in-depth studies that apply modern methodology to diagnose problems and suggest solutions, therefore, the National Company for Urban Studies was established.The non-profit company carries out research and studies on environment and engineering eying development of all governorates. The organization's mission also entails the drawing up of structural plans needed to develop targeted areas in the Kingdom. It offers training and organizes events during which participants brainstorm and exchange their experiences and ideas on how best to achieve development.