Human Intelligence and Profiling: The Power of Discreet Research
Human intelligence, often called HUMINT, refers to information collected directly from people. In investigations, it may include interviews, confidential sources, or undercover work. At Kingfisher, HUMINT is combined with open source intelligence and psychological insight to form comprehensive profiles of individuals or organizations.
Applications of profiling and discreet research
Assessing the credibility of witnesses in litigation
Evaluating potential business partners
Investigating insider threats or employee misconduct
Understanding motivations behind threatening behavior
Ethical and professional standards
Effective HUMINT requires trust, rapport, and responsibility. Kingfisher investigators operate within legal boundaries and ethical standards, ensuring confidentiality and respect while pursuing the truth. Reports are prepared with the expectation that they may be scrutinized in legal proceedings, which guarantees professionalism and objectivity.