Investigations

Corporate Investigations

Protect business interests with scalable investigations and defensible findings.

Corporate security leaders and C-suite executives rely on Pinkerton's Corporate Investigations services to protect business interests worldwide. Whether addressing major transactions, suspected fraud, intellectual property theft, or supply chain vulnerabilities, we deploy seasoned investigators, forensic accountants, lawyers, and intelligence specialists rapidly and discreetly. Our scalable approach pivots from strategic advisory to tactical execution as situations demand, delivering defensible findings used successfully in prosecutions and civil litigation while maintaining strict confidentiality protocols.

Partner with a single accountable team that combines global corporate investigations reach with specialist expertise. We turn threats into actionable intelligence that protects assets and reputation.

Comprehensive investigations for corporate risk and fraud

We investigate fraud, intellectual property theft, brand infringement, supply chain risks, and threats to personnel or operations. Our multidisciplinary teams deliver confidential, legally defensible findings that support decisive action.

Business Fraud Investigations

Uncover employee misconduct, vendor fraud, and external schemes. Our forensic methodology produces evidence that supports prosecution, civil action, and internal accountability measures.

Intellectual Property & Trade Secret Protection

Investigate patent, trademark, copyright infringement, and trade secret violations. Identify perpetrators and document theft with methodologies that withstand legal scrutiny.

Brand Protection & Counterfeit Operations

Combat counterfeit products and brand infringement across global markets. Trace distribution networks, identify sources, and provide evidence for enforcement actions.

Supply Chain & Loss Prevention

Address supply chain vulnerabilities, cargo theft, and operational losses. Identify gaps to reduce financial exposure and risk.

Retail Theft & Organized Retail Crime

Combat organized retail crime and internal theft. Identify criminal networks, document operations, and deliver evidence supporting prosecution and civil recovery.

Background Vetting & Digital Exposure

Conduct efficient and confidential background investigations and online vulnerability assessments before they impact your organization.

Why Pinkerton

Key benefits to your organization

Defensible Insights

Receive findings that are legally robust and defensible in any context.

Confidential Corporate Investigations

Investigative activities are conducted with strict confidentiality protocols, protecting sensitive information and maintaining discretion throughout.

Accelerated Decision-Making

Make faster, better-informed business decisions with timely intelligence.

One Accountable Partner with EPIC Capabilities

Seamless coordination through Pinkerton's EPIC framework: Embedded experts, Protection, Investigations, and Consulting — managed by one point of contact.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do corporate investigations help detect internal fraud?

Corporate investigations identify internal fraud by uncovering financial irregularities, employee misconduct, and policy violations. Using forensic investigations, analysis, and intelligence gathering for businesses, organizations can detect fraud early, reduce losses, and strengthen internal controls.

Why are legally defensible fraud investigations important?

Legally defensible fraud investigations ensure evidence is properly collected, documented, and admissible in court. This protects organizations from liability, supports regulatory compliance, and strengthens outcomes in litigation, disciplinary actions, or recovery efforts.

How do IP theft investigations protect trade secrets?

IP theft investigations protect trade secrets by identifying unauthorized access, data exfiltration, and insider threats. Through digital forensics and monitoring, organizations can safeguard intellectual property, prevent competitive loss, and enforce legal protections.

How can organized retail crime investigations reduce losses?

Organized retail crime investigations reduce losses by identifying theft patterns, criminal networks, and supply chain vulnerabilities. Coordinated intelligence and enforcement efforts help retailers prevent repeat incidents, recover assets, and strengthen loss prevention strategies.

Why are supply chain investigations important for businesses?

Supply chain investigations uncover fraud, theft, corruption, and disruptions across vendors and logistics networks. By improving visibility and accountability, businesses can mitigate risk, ensure continuity, and protect revenue, reputation, and operational integrity.

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