What is Competitive Intelligence? According to the Society of Competitive Intelligence (SCIP) it is “the legal collection and analysis of information regarding the capabilities, vulnerabilities, and intentions of business competitors, conducted by using information databases and other "open sources" and through ethical inquiry”.

We will do thorough fee based and Internet research regarding your competitors, their market share, Intellectual Properties, company profiles, new product offerings, import/export data, industry trends, executive profiles, organizational charts, etc.

Competitive Intelligence also known as Business Intelligence is an important step in understanding your competitor’s position in the Markets so you are able to invest in long term decision making rather than the reacting to competitor moves.

Competitive Intelligence is essential for:

• Marketing
• Strategic Planning
• Business Forecasting
• Long Term Investments
• Market Trends
• New Business Development

Holmes Computer Division can help you with:

• Firewall Installations: Create a barricade which will make your computer or network invisible to hackers and unwanted intruders.
• Anti-Virus Protection: We can configure your system for full protection against malicious coding, viruses and full email security.
• Data Recovery: Holmes can recover critical data from virtually any platform and transfer the contents onto a medium of your choice.
• Password Retrieval: We can help with lost passwords and critical file access.
• Security Cameras: Holmes can install security cameras in your home or office and let you access them anytime via a private internet channel.

For more information on computer security please call our office or drop us an email: comsec@holmesdetective.com.

A. Fingerprints taken in our office. There is a two (2) card minimum per person. 2 cards for $38.00 (tax included). Extra cards (for same person) are $12.50 plus tax. All work guaranteed.

B. Fingerprints taken in your office ($150.00 for 1st 8 cards, $12.50 per card after 8th)

For fingerprints cards required by government agencies for:

Financial Services

• S.E.C.
• N.A.S.D. 
• N.F.A

Other

• Insurance
• SLA - NY State Liquor Authority
• New York Board of Education
• Mortgage Lenders
• Background Investigations
• Certifications
• Canadian Immigration.
• Licenses

Forensics

• Development of Latent prints on Documents
• Development of Latent Fingerprints on Surfaces
• Latent Fingerprint Examination
• Evaluation of Fingerprint Evidence
• Image Enhancement & Chemical Processing
• Contract Work in Latent Prints for the Public & Private Sector
• Expert Court Testimony
• NY State Certified Doctyloctapist (NYPD, BCI retired )

Other Forensic Services

• Audio Enhancement
• Handwriting Analysis
• Questioned Documents
• Evidence Identification
• Criminal Personality Profiling
• Crime Scene Analysis & Reconstruction
• Crime Scene Policies & Procedures

The polygraph examination is still the most efficient weapon for uncovering employee theft. Tests are performed by former NYPD Polygraphists and Detectives. Employee Theft, Inventory Loss, Security Clearance, Domestic Testing, Pre-Trial Examination, In Depth Interviews

Polygraph testing remains the most accurate means of developing and verifying the truth and detecting deception. The establishment of recent rigorous standards of practice for polygraph examiners throughout the country and an increase in laws which protect the examinee have both vastly increased polygraph professionalism. Tests can be conducted in our office or yours. All polygraphists are APA certified.

Companies are entrusted with the responsibility of hiring employees which grows more complicated each day in today's lawsuit oriented society. Making the wrong decision could cost your company untold amounts of dollars. Comprehensive Background Investigations and Pre-Employment Screening have long been used to accurately gauge work history along with employment qualifications and permanency intent. An unbiased information source can help you reduce the risks. Companies must be sure that the potential employees are qualified, trust worthy and not a threat to the company or existing employees. Background investigations before the date of hire are a helpful tool in reaching these goals.

If available, our background investigations include the following:

• Pre-Employment Credit Report (requires FCRA release)
• Statewide NY Criminal Record Check
• NY Driving Records (requires FCRA release)
• Social Security Number Verification
• Current and 7 Year Address History
• Civil suits as Defendant (as Plaintiff $50 extra.)
• Bankruptcies, Liens, Judgments,
• Verify Former Employment
• Education Records Verification
• Sex Offender Registry
• Polygraph (pharmaceutical) extra fee

Turnaround time is usually 24 to 48 hours.

Holmes provides armed security officers in business attire for situations that call for an armed presence. All personnel are either off-duty or recently retired NYPD Officers and Detectives. Our personal are able to effectively utilize their skills and experience and put it to use in the best interests of your company or organization. Holmes will coordinate and manage closely the efforts of our security personnel to effectively and professionally meet your needs. Holmes has extensive experience in executive protection and we continue to provide a wide range of protective services to corporate executives, celebrities, and other persons at risk.

• Special Events
• Upscale Retail Stores
• Building Security
• Vehicle Patrol
• Labor Disputes
• Board Meetings
• Hostile Employee Termination
• Book Signings
• Celebrity Appearances
• Layoffs

Dan Mahoney, Captain NYPD retired, heads a staff of highly competent licensed private investigators who possess a wide range of experience gained in the Detective Division of the New York City Police Department, various Sate and Federal Agencies. Mr. Mahoney is also best selling police procedural author, with his latest book, “The Two Chinatowns”, recently released by St. Martin's Press.

We have provided discreet and professional investigations for over 77 years. Our experience provides us with a vast network of resources to work from, which allows us the unique opportunity to provide our clients with superior services locally and nationally. Holmes maintains constant communication with our clients during an investigation which contributes to the overall success of the case.

Holmes also understands that time is of the essence when it comes to investigations and our investigators are trained to undertake and complete investigations in a timely manner. Investigators are professional, competent and experienced professionals. Detailed reports are prepared daily and are either faxed or e-mailed to clients upon request.

• Accident
• Arson
• Background
• Child Custody
• Civil
• Criminal
• Computer
• Corporate
• Domestic
• Due Diligence
• Expert Witness
• Financial
• Forensics
• Fraud
• General Liability
• Legal Support
• Medical Malpractice
• Missing Persons
• Personal Injury
• Photography
• Product Liability
• Skip trace
• Stalking
• Surveillance
• Threat Analysis
• Trial Preparation
• Video Documentation
• White Collar
• Witness Location
• Workers Compensation

Tenant Screening allows landlords and property managers an opportunity to assess their prospective tenant's ability and willingness to satisfy creditor obligations.

If available our background investigations include the following:

• Driver's Records (Confirms Biographical Information)
• Credit Report (with Empirica Scoring)
• Social Security Number Verification
• Statewide Criminal Record Check
• Current and 7 Year Address History
• Employment & Previous Residence Verification
• Tax Liens, Bankruptcy Filings, Judgments
• Suits as Defendant (as Plaintiff $50. extra)
• Sex Offender Registry

Turnaround time is usually 24 to 48 hours.

(De-bugging & Sweeps)

Audio and video surveillance detection performed by experienced TSCM technicians. If you feel you or your company are the target of "covert electronic surveillance", call us from a secure line and not from the suspect phone system or premise. When you call or e-mail us, have available the number of telephone handsets, number of phone lines, telephone system type, square footage number of floors of the suspect area. faxes, answering machines and internet connections. Most people will never experience a "tapped" or "bugged" predicament, but some people are under greater risk than others because of their financial position, occupation, personal stature, domestic or legal situations. First our technicians perform a comprehensive threat analysis, physical search of premises and utilize state of the art electronic equipment.