How Intelligence Engagements Work

Every target, jurisdiction, and objective is different. We don't sell packages — we scope engagements individually and quote after understanding what you actually need. Need a number first? Ask for a no-commitment ballpark — one paragraph about the target is enough, answered within 4 hours.

// Why no fixed pricing

Intelligence work on Russian and CIS entities is not a commodity. The cost of an engagement depends on how many targets you need investigated, which jurisdictions are involved, what source depth is required, how fast you need results, and what format the deliverable takes. A sanctions exposure check on a single entity is a fundamentally different engagement from a multi-layered UBO investigation spanning three CIS jurisdictions. We quote after intake — not before.

Choose how to engage

Express

Express Check

24–72 hours

A fast-turnaround open-source verification on a single entity or individual. Designed for procurement teams, compliance officers, or legal counsel who need a quick answer before a decision.

  • Single entity or person
  • Open-source registries + sanctions lists
  • Ownership snapshot (1–2 layers)
  • Sanctions & adverse media screening
  • Summary brief (5–10 pages)
Quoted after intake · Scope: 1 target
On Demand · // RECOMMENDED

Verified Intelligence Report

5–15 business days

A full analyst-produced investigation on a Russian or CIS entity, individual, or corporate structure. This is our core product — used by compliance committees, legal teams, and investors before making high-stakes decisions.

  • Full ownership graph & UBO chain
  • Closed registries (EGRUL, SPARK, Rosreestr)
  • Sanctions exposure assessment
  • Financial health & litigation analysis
  • Digital footprint & dark web check
  • Executive summary in EN/DE/FR
  • Full report (40–80 pages, PDF)
Quoted after intake · Scope: per engagement
Continuous

Ongoing Monitoring

Monthly · Quarterly · Custom

Continuous intelligence surveillance on your critical counterparties, vendors, or persons of interest. Designed for compliance teams and risk functions that need to know when something changes — not after it's too late.

  • Registry change tracking
  • New litigation & enforcement alerts
  • Sanctions list update monitoring
  • Dark web & breach exposure alerts
  • Digital footprint shifts
  • Periodic summary reports
Quoted based on target count & cadence

What affects the scope of an engagement

Targets Number of entities or individuals under investigation
Jurisdiction Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Belarus, Georgia, etc. — each has different source access and depth
Source depth Open sources only, or closed registries + dark web + breach databases + HUMINT
Urgency 24-hour express vs. 15-day deep investigation vs. ongoing monitoring cadence
Complexity Single entity check vs. multi-layered UBO chain across offshore jurisdictions
Deliverable Summary brief, full PDF report, structured data export, or board-ready presentation
Language Report in English, German, or French — source analysis is always in native language
Recurrence One-time engagement vs. monthly/quarterly monitoring retainer

What you receive

Express

Verification Brief

Quick-turnaround snapshot: ownership data, sanctions status, adverse media, basic corporate profile. Enough for a go/no-go decision.

5–10 pages · PDF · 24–72h
Report

Corporate Due Diligence Report

Full ownership graph, financial snapshot, litigation history, sanctions exposure assessment, digital footprint analysis. Structured for compliance committees.

40–80 pages · PDF · EN/DE/FR
Memo

Sanctions Exposure Memo

UBO identification, SDN/EU/UN cross-match, nominee chain mapping, risk classification (Low / Medium / High / Critical). Executive summary + appendix.

10–20 pages · Risk-rated
Package

Investigation Intelligence Package

Asset tracing results, communication pattern analysis, movement/travel reconstruction, deanonymization findings. Custom scope for litigation and dispute support.

Custom scope · Structured brief

Find the right fit

Express Check

  • Procurement teams vetting a new Russian supplier
  • Compliance officers running enhanced due diligence
  • Legal counsel before an NDA or contract signing
  • Investors doing initial screening on a target

Verified Intelligence Report

  • Compliance committees filing sanctions assessments
  • Legal teams in cross-border disputes or arbitration
  • M&A / PE investors before closing a deal
  • Fraud investigators building an evidentiary package

Ongoing Monitoring

  • Corporate compliance with ongoing vendor portfolios
  • Risk teams tracking sanctioned or high-risk counterparties
  • Investigations that require long-term surveillance
  • Private intelligence buyers with recurring needs

After you submit a request

Secure Intake

You submit a request via our secure form, email, Session, or Threema. Describe the target, objective, and any constraints. All communications are encrypted.

Scoping & Quote

An analyst reviews your request within 4 hours. We assess jurisdiction, source requirements, and complexity — then deliver a scoped proposal with timeline and deliverable structure.

Engagement Begins

Upon confirmation, the investigation starts immediately. You receive status updates at agreed intervals. All work is conducted in isolated OPSEC environments.

Deliverable

You receive a structured intelligence report in your preferred language and format. Sources are cited, findings are risk-rated, and the executive summary is board-ready.

Follow-Up

After delivery, you can request clarifications, follow-up checks, or transition to ongoing monitoring. Every engagement can scale.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a ballpark before submitting a full brief?

Yes. Send us a short description of the target and objective — even one paragraph is enough. We'll respond within 4 hours with a preliminary scope estimate and indicative timeline. No commitment required.

What if I need results faster than 5 days?

We offer expedited turnaround for urgent engagements. Express Checks deliver in 24–72 hours. For deep investigations, we can compress timelines by deploying additional analyst capacity — discuss this during the intake call.

Do you offer volume discounts for multiple targets?

Multi-target engagements are scoped as a single project, which typically results in a lower per-target cost than commissioning them individually. We'll structure the proposal accordingly.

How does ongoing monitoring work?

We set up automated and analyst-curated monitoring on your target entities. You choose the cadence — daily alerts, weekly digests, or monthly summary reports. Changes in registry data, sanctions listings, litigation status, or digital exposure trigger immediate notifications.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept bank transfers (EUR, USD, GBP, CHF) and cryptocurrency (BTC, USDT). Invoicing is available for corporate clients. Payment terms are agreed during scoping.

Can I see a sample report before engaging?

We can share anonymized sample deliverables upon request. Contact us via a secure channel and specify the type of engagement you're considering.

Is the initial consultation free?

Yes. The intake review and scoping call are always free and confidential. You only pay when you approve the scoped proposal and the investigation begins.

Describe the target. We'll scope the engagement and quote within 4 hours.

Initial consultation is always free and confidential · Secure channels: Email · Session · Threema