Protective Intelligence

Start with a decision

Useful intelligence begins with a clear question. You may be considering entry into an unfamiliar market, preparing a senior visit, assessing a threat to an executive or reviewing the security implications of a developing event. We agree what you need to know, when you need it and how the findings will be used.

Research and assessment

Work may combine open-source research, examination of public records, local enquiries and specialist analysis through our joint venture and partner network. Sources are assessed for relevance and reliability. We distinguish corroborated information from allegations, analytical judgements and gaps that require further enquiry.

For a specific concern, a focused assessment may be sufficient. For an evolving situation, we can scope periodic updates or reporting around agreed developments. The collection plan and reporting cadence are set for the engagement.

Connecting intelligence to protection

The output should explain what a development means for your exposure. Findings can inform journey planning, venue selection, executive protection, incident preparedness or a wider security assessment. Where an issue calls for a formal investigation, we agree that separately rather than allowing the scope to drift.

Our work is commissioned for a defined purpose using appropriate sources and methods. It does not depend on claims of unrestricted access to government or law-enforcement databases.

What the engagement can deliver

The proposal confirms the outputs for your assignment. Depending on scope, these can include:

• A focused intelligence requirement and research plan
• An assessment of relevant threats and developments
• A briefing that separates evidence, judgement and uncertainty
• Agreed updates and recommended protective actions where commissioned

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