Security Insights: Investigative Services

02 Aug Security Insights: Investigative Services

No matter which era of detective work is being examined, the image of the lone investigator is an iconic one. Whether it’s the Victorian Sherlock, with his deerstalker cap and magnifying glass, Philip Marlowe with his fedora, living in a monochromatic world, or Benoit Blanc bringing a touch of Southern charm to New England, the private investigator conjures up a whole host of thoughts and feelings. While the profession of private investigator has been duly romanticized, in today’s world, the romance now surrounds the perpetrators more than those who bring them to justice. 

Thanks to a string of high-profile crime dramas and real-world events, the crimes are presented in a much more interesting light and as a result, there has been relatively little inquiry into investigation as it pertains to private security. The fact is that most security services, such as CBI Security, offer robust investigative branches to help clients get to the bottom of their most taxing questions.

Investigation and Corporate Security

Typically, if a private investigator is called upon then the client is in dire straits and needs a very particular swath of information. When dealing with investigators from a private security firm, however, the lead-up to such a consultation doesn’t have to be so dire. The investigative team at CBI is a good resource before, during, and after a crisis. Some of the most frequent needs from an investigator include:

• Identifying Security Risks: When a company needs to evaluate its security setup, there is a lot to review. Alarm systems, CCTV and surveillance, visitor protocols, third-party hires such as janitorial and maintenance staff, etc., can all be breached and exploited. Private investigators know those risks and can help beef them up as thoroughly as they can investigate the aftermath of a problem.

• Corporate Espionage: No matter how big the business, the divulgence of closely guarded secrets, either from spying or intentional leaks from within, is a serious matter. An experienced private security investigator can help get to the bottom of where the problem is coming from and get it sorted out.

• Employee Dishonesty: Crimes like embezzlement or worker compensation fraud are usually thought of as being perpetrated by members of the executive team, but experience assures us that dishonesty can come from anywhere and can cost the business a lot of time and money. Our investigative team can work with the company’s already established corporate security services to learn all there is to know about the depth of the fraud and who is involved.

Hiring the Right Investigator

The concerns that call for a private investigator are numerous and each of them feel big in their own right. Most individuals haven’t had to think about choosing which private security firm will give them the investigative support they need, but one day it may become a crucial topic for review. When hiring the right private investigator, thoroughness is key.

• Are they properly licensed?
• Have they worked in law enforcement previously?
• Do they operate out of a formal office or within a known security firm?
• Do they have experience working with attorneys?
• Have they clearly outlined how their fee structure works?

When it comes to private security, the safety of the people and institutions involved is of the highest priority. It is crucial to choose the investigative team that respects the sensitive nature of that security and will act accordingly. CBI Security is one of the most well-known and trusted security firms in the Western United States. 

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