Data Quest provides comprehensive and accurate profiles on individuals and firms under consideration for a business relationship. This intelligence determines the general background, reputation and credentials of an individual seeking an executive position, and/or a corporate entity for a strategic alliance, joint venture, competitive analysis, merger or acquisition. Background investigations can also be conducted on subcontractors, vendors or suppliers, as your personal or business reputation may be damaged because of the illegal practices or unsatisfactory performance of others.
Whatever the relationship, it is essential to be informed about those with whom you are conducting business. Data Quest will assist in determining and verifying the true value of the person or company in question. This information can be very valuable in terms of money, effort and time in determining the proper course of action in business and/or personal transactions.
Before investing too much time or money, have Data Quest investigators provide timely, unbiased, comprehensive intelligence relating to the individual and/or business being considered.
Data Quest will confirm the facts presented in the proposal or application process, while focusing its efforts on discreetly uncovering information that might not otherwise be voluntarily disclosed. Knowledge of such information is a vital precursor to any formal agreement. The results of a Due Diligence investigation enable a company to make informed decisions and move forward with confidence.
Experienced and specially trained investigators perform every Due Diligence investigation. They obtain detailed and accurate intelligence through a combination of resources, including privileged and advanced database access, court document and public records research, interview and investigative expertise, as well as field activity, to verify findings and develop additional information.
An Individual Due Diligence report provides information useful to determine the general character and trustworthiness of an individual. This investigation will normally ascertain the subject's true identity and includes at least 5 years of activity in the following areas:
- Asset Search (property, land, business ownership, personal vehicles, boats, planes)
- Civil Records Search (liens, judgments, bankruptcy filings, UCC records)
- Credit History (with a signed release)
- Criminal Records Check (federal & county jurisdictions)
- DMV Driver's Record
- Education Verification, including Professional Licenses
- Employment Verification
- Residential Address
- SSN Verification
- Terrorist Watch List ‚ OFAC Foreign Nationals Search
A Business Due Diligence report provides information useful to determine the structure and condition of any business entity and typically includes:
- Affiliated Firms
- Asset Search (property, land, commercial vehicles, boats, planes)
- Business Activities & Practices
- Criminal Records Search
- Civil Records Search (tax liens, judgments, UCC records)
- Facility Locations
- Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN)
- Financial Condition, including Bankruptcy Filings
- General Background and Market Position
- General Reputation Assessment
- Holdings & Interests
- Key Executives
- Licenses/Patents Verification
- Size and Type
- State & Date of Incorporation