Approach
How we work
An engagement follows the same six stages whatever the subject. The scope is fixed in writing before work begins, and the report ends with what we recommend you do next.
How an engagement runs
01
Brief
We start with the question you need answered and the decision that depends on it. We ask what you already know, what you suspect and what is at stake. Nothing is gathered until this is clear.
02
Scope and approvals
We set out the scope, method, timeline and fee in writing. Conflicts are checked and declared before we accept. Work begins only when you have approved the scope.
03
Evidence gathering
We collect records, make enquiries and, where the scope allows, conduct interviews or visit sites. Every source is logged. Methods are lawful and proportionate to the question.
04
Analysis
We test what we have found against what we were told, and against each other. Findings are graded by the strength of the evidence behind them. Gaps are recorded, not filled with assumption.
05
Report
You receive a written report that states each finding, the evidence for it and the limits of what could be established. It goes only to the instructing party.
06
Action
Every report ends with a recommendation. We remain available to brief your board, counsel or auditors, and to support the steps that follow.
Every engagement is scoped in writing before work begins, and every report ends with what we recommend you do next.
What we stand for
01
Evidence
Findings rest on what can be shown, not on what seems likely.
02
Discretion
Enquiries are conducted quietly and reported only to those who should see them.
03
Precision
We answer the question that was asked, at the depth it needs.
04
Integrity
Lawful methods, declared conflicts, no finding shaped to please.
05
Action
Every report ends with a recommendation you can act on.
Confidentiality
Engagements are reported only to the instructing party. Conflicts of interest are checked and declared before an engagement is accepted, and we decline work where one cannot be resolved. We use lawful methods only.