Before you trust. Before you invest. Before you act.
Know who. Know what. Know the risk.
Discreet, human-led intelligence for people and organisations making decisions where getting it wrong carries a cost.
WHY VERITRACE
Research you can examine
We assess sources, corroborate findings where possible and explain what remains uncertain.
Human-led
Experienced research and analytical judgement, not simply automated database results.
Source-led
Findings supported by identifiable sources and corroborated wherever possible.
Lawful
Research conducted using publicly available and lawfully obtained information.
Discreet
Sensitive enquiries handled with confidentiality and care.
INTELLIGENCE SERVICES
Research for the decision ahead
SUPPLIERS
Before signing or paying
Check an overseas supplier’s identity, ownership and selected trading claims.
Supplier verificationPARTNERS
Before a new relationship
Understand who controls a potential partner and where material uncertainty remains.
Partner due diligenceHUMANITARIAN TEAMS
Before deploying staff
Assess relevant threats and operating constraints, with questions for local confirmation.
Pre-deployment intelligencePERSONAL ATTENTION
Discuss your requirement with the founders
Anthony Merrill and Vivienne Westwood lead VeriTrace. We agree the question, scope and fees with you before research begins, and explain the findings and their limitations.
HOW WE WORK
The VeriTrace Method
A structured approach that turns information into intelligence you can use to make informed decisions.
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Discover
Understand the question, the context and the decision you need to make.
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Verify
Research relevant information and assess sources for reliability and accuracy.
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Connect
Identify relevant relationships, associations and connections between findings.
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Assess
Evaluate the findings, their significance and the risks they may indicate.
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Report
Present clear, structured intelligence to support your next decision.
THE INTELLIGENCE OUTPUT
Intelligence you can act on
VERITRACE INTELLIGENCE
CONFIDENTIALIntelligence Report
Executive Intelligence Briefing
Clear enough for the boardroom. Detailed enough to withstand scrutiny.
WHO WE HELP
Intelligence for decisions that matter
VeriTrace supports people and organisations who need a clearer understanding of the people, businesses and risks around them.
Corporate & Investment
Intelligence to support due diligence, business relationships and investment decisions.
Legal & Professional
Research and verified information to help inform professional assessments and client matters.
Private Clients
Discreet intelligence for individuals facing important personal or business decisions.
Security & NGOs
Intelligence support for security-related needs and organisations working in humanitarian contexts.
CREDENTIALS & TRUST
Professional standards. Discreet intelligence.
VeriTrace Intelligence operates with a commitment to professional standards, discretion and responsible research.
ICO Registered
Registered with the UK Information Commissioner's Office.
Member of ASIS International
Global membership body for security professionals.
OSMOSIS Community Member
Professional network for OSINT practitioners.
VeriTrace Intelligence Limited · Registered in England & Wales · Company No. 17305629
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Clarity today. For a safer tomorrow.
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