IT Forensics · OSINT
Due diligence support through OSINT research – making forensic use of open-source information for corporate due diligence
In the context of corporate transactions, publicly available information on reputational risks, legal disputes or financial irregularities can serve as an important complement to traditional due diligence reviews.
We research such information in a structured and documented manner and make it available to the client company or its legal advisers as a basis that can be verified through forensic analysis.
Why LanCologne?
Since its foundation, LanCologne has specialised in professional IT forensics. Our staff have decades of experience in the field of information technology and assist companies, solicitors, private individuals and, on a regular basis, the courts in the technical investigation of complex digital matters.
Our OSINT investigations are always carried out as a complementary component to existing IT forensic, legal or internal corporate enquiries. Every step of the investigation and every piece of digital evidence found is documented and, where technically possible, archived to ensure traceability even if the original online content is subsequently altered or deleted.
Our services
As part of a commissioned due diligence review, we research publicly available information on a target company and its senior management, and compile this information in a forensically documented format.
Typical areas of application
How an OSINT due diligence investigation is carried out
Once the scope of the investigation has been agreed with the client, relevant public sources relating to companies and senior executives are systematically researched, documented and summarised in a structured report.
Why is due diligence OSINT research relevant from a forensic perspective?
Publicly available information may reveal risks that are not disclosed in the target company’s internal documents.
A structured, documented research process provides a transparent basis for decision-making for the contracting parties involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
LanCologne – IT Forensics OSINT Cologne
Do you require professional OSINT research on „Due diligence support through OSINT research"? LanCologne can assist you with the transparent, documented analysis of publicly available digital sources to complement your IT forensic, legal or internal corporate enquiries.
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