This document describes the process for standardizing utility planning data submissions in Abu Dhabi, UAE. It outlines the historical issues with inconsistent data formats and references. New standards are proposed for data submission format, datum, projection, file naming, layers, and attributes. Tools were developed for checking drawings, extracting data, converting CAD to GIS, and viewing approved utility projects. The standardized process and tools have resulted in an updated transactional GIS database, faster approvals, automated CAD to GIS conversion, and improved efficiency.