Surveillance can be used in a wide range of investigations and are highly adaptable. Corporate surveillance investigations for a business can take different forms. The adaptability of surveillance methods means it is useful in unique matters where obtaining evidence may seem to be difficult. Here we mention some ways surveillance can help your business. Four areas are covered in this post however these are not the only ways that surveillance may be of assistance.
Corporate Surveillance to obtain Information on Competition
Surveillance can be used to find out a lot of different information about your competitors.
- If your competitor is approaching your clients.
- The level of stock your clients are holding.
- The suppliers that your competitors are using.
- Whether a competitor is breaching your intellectual property.
- The business hours your competitor operates.
Knowing what your competitors are doing in business may be a benefit that gives you an edge over them.
Surveillance in your workplace
An investigation inside your workplace may require an investigator to pose as a new employee. The investigator will then start to work in your business alongside the other staff members. Their aim is to gain the confidence of the employees to get them talking. Ultimately they are trying to find the information or evidence you seek. This is especially useful in settings where an employee or employees are causing loss to your business through theft of goods or poor service. It can be useful where you have various sites working and one has issues which appear out of the ordinary when compared to all other sites.
Surveillance of the workplace
If you have a business that runs multiple sites, surveillance may help you to better understand those sites and what is occurring at them. This form of surveillance can cover multiple purposes. You can use this investigation to see if the staff are opening and closing the business at the stated times. Surveillance can help inform you of what sales are taking place and help to ensure that the sales which are being made are being recorded, that there are no 'off the book' sales. A surveillance operative can also act as a "mystery shopper" and gather information on how the sales team are performing when selling your product and representing your brand.
Former Employees
Surveillance of former employees can be helpful where a non-compete clause was entered into in their employment contract. Most non-compete clauses prevent your former employee from engaging in employment for a similar business in the same field, this includes opening their own business in competition. Non-compete clauses are a cost to you which you must pay when including them into a contract. Where you have any concerns around a former employee breaching a non-compete clause, then surveillance is the best way to obtain evidence regarding this. Surveillance will include following and filming the former employee. The surveillance investigation and findings will be compiled into a report with the accompanying video. The report is a comprehensive account of what happened during the investigation. This will give you a clear understanding of what the previous employee is doing which will enable you to take the appropriate action.
Conclusion
Surveillance can be used in a corporate or business matter in many different ways. Surveillance can be adapted to many different scenarios and really is a tool that can help you obtain information discreetly and quickly. The size of your business does not matter as an investigation can be created to suit your needs. If you are unsure how surveillance can help you then contact us for an obligation free consultation.
