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What is Protective Threat Investigations (PTI)?
Protective Threat Investigations (PTI) is the proactive collection, analysis, and dissemination of intelligence information to identify, assess, and mitigate threats targeting individuals, organizations, or assets. It focuses on preventing harm through actionable insights.
How is PTI different from traditional threat intelligence?
Traditional threat intelligence often focuses on cyber threats like malware or phishing. PTI expands this scope to include physical, reputational, digital, and insider threats, with a focus on individuals or organizations who may be targeted due to their role, status, or visibility.
What kinds of threats do PTI investigations cover?
Online and offline harassment
Threats from known or unknown individuals
Doxxing, stalking, or hostile surveillance,
Social media-based threats
Physical security risks,
Insider threats or disgruntled former employees
Who typically requests PTI services?
Executives and high-profile individuals
Small Business Owners
Legal Counsel
Individuals or families
Is PTI legal and ethical?
Yes. All intelligence gatherings are conducted in accordance with local laws, privacy regulations, and ethical guidelines. PTI does not involve hacking, illegal surveillance, or unauthorized data access.
Will the subject of the investigation know they are being monitored?
Not typically. PTI investigations are designed to be covert and discreet unless escalation is necessary (e.g., involving law enforcement).
Q: What is Protective Consulting?
A: Protective consulting is more reduction of risks by emphasizing prevention, planning, and intelligence-led solutions to reduce risks before they escalate.
Q: Who typically needs protective consulting services?
A: Our clients range from corporate executives, high-net-worth families, individuals, families and public figures to businesses seeking to protect employees, facilities, or sensitive information.
Q: How does protective consulting differ from traditional security services?
A: Traditional security often focuses on personnel (guards, escorts). Protective consulting is more strategic, emphasizing prevention, planning, and intelligence-led solutions to reduce risks before they escalate.
Engagement Process
Q: How do I know what level of protection I need?
A: Our process begins with a confidential consultation and risk assessment to determine your specific security needs. We then create a tailored plan that balances discretion, effectiveness, and budget.
Q: What’s the first step in working with your team?
A: Contact us to schedule an initial consultation. We’ll discuss your concerns, assess your situation, and outline recommended next steps.
Q: How much do your services cost?
A: Pricing depends on the scope and complexity of your needs. After the initial assessment, we provide a transparent proposal tailored to your situation.
Q: Do you work on short notice or for one-time events?
A: Yes. We can assist with urgent needs such as high-profile events, travel, or immediate threats. However, we recommend early engagement for thorough planning.
Expertise
Situational Awareness can and should be used by everyone on a daily basis. It can keep you from becoming a victim of crimes by just being observant of your surroundings everywhere you happen to be.
Behavioral analysis is a cornerstone of protective consulting and threat investigations.
You can use it to identify:
Behavioral markers include:
This is behavior-based, not identity-based.
