Our Services
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Geopolitical Risk Outlook & Scenario Building
Designed for organisations with operations, personnel or assets overseas, supporting strategic decisions and planning by management and stakeholders.
We deliver forward-looking intelligence and scenarios that support informed, confident decision-making. Backed by independent research and verified data as a think tank, our insights enable organisations to anticipate risk and enhance resilience with credibility and clarity without speculation.
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Travel Risk & Event Security Assessment
Designed for organisations operating in complex or hostile operational environments and locations.
We provide actionable intelligence and practical advice to safeguard personnel supporting duty-of-care and ISO compliance, and safeguarding and promoting confidence in your overseas operations.
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Security Management Solutions
Organisations face rising security complexity. However, most existing systems focus solely on assets and compliance, while overlooking the human aspect, a crucial element in enterprise security.
Trusted and employed by UNESCO World Heritage sites, our ESRM provides a complete people-centric and data driven framework. The service includes an integrated package of location risk and personnel stress assessments to improve asset safety, personnel fulfilment & productivity, while aligning with broader business strategy and goals.
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Due Diligence
Reliable insights before entering new partnerships or investing in a specific country or sector (not applicable for M&As).
Leveraging our extensive local networks worldwide and access to official databases, we deliver a comprehensive profile of your target, screening for sanctions and politically exposed persons (PEPs), while highlighting potential risks and relevant connections.
With a delivery window of 1-4 weeks, this service ensures you have the clarity and confidence to move forward strategically.
Case Studies
A Lloyd’s of London client needed reliable benchmarks to provide insurance quotes for a major energy project in West Africa, but struggled due to regional instability and a lack of trusted data. Leveraging our team’s deep regional expertise, we provided a thorough threat analysis with operational and security risk assessments. With these insights, the client confidently provided an accurate quote while strategically minimising risk exposure. Our tailored approach ensured they made informed decisions in a challenging environment.
Insurance | Energy | Africa
A UK-based transnational corporation operating in the Middle East faced significant operational challenges due to the Gaza conflict and escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Our team provided a short-term forecast and geopolitical scenario outlook, diving into the objectives and motivations of key governments and non-state actors, delivering actionable insights and strategic recommendations. These mitigations enabled the client to adapt swiftly, ensuring business continuity in an increasingly volatile environment.
Forecasting | Geopolitical Analysis | Middle East
A financial institution requested due diligence on a foreign mining company operating in West Africa to inform potential lending decisions. Facing challenges in evaluating political stability, operational viability, and financial security, the client sought expert analysis of the company’s status. The analysis revealed the mining company’s local and community networks while highlighting specific concerns about collateral security and Chinese state control. With these insights, the client could make an informed decision about lending exposure while understanding the distinct risk factors affecting mining operations in the country.
Due Diligence | Critical Minerals | China
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Mon-Fri 08:00-18:00
Sat-Sun 10:00-17:00
Contact us
info@bisi.org.uk
UK +44 7436 563605
IT +39 334 991 1963