Anti-Piracy
Counterfeiting
The IPF approach to tackling counterfeiting is through designing a client tailored strategy based on a return on investment model. Profiling targets, proving liability, calculating damages, identifying assets and recovering damages are key IPF specialisms. By developing a sustainable anti-piracy program it is possible to convert lost sales to real business growth. Using a range of enforcement options, and matching appropriate actions to targets, the client is assured of benefitting from a high impact program.
Test Purchasing
Whether through mystery shopping or remote transactions, test purchasing is a vital tool in proving and determining the nature of the infringement. It is essential to create a robust cover and use experienced operatives to ensure success. Equally, the integrity and continuity of the evidence chain must be preserved. IPF has experience in managing worldwide test purchase programs for blue chip Corporations and is able to operate in all regions.
Targets require proportionate tactics and, when appropriate, surveillance and observation can provide valuable evidence and intelligence necessary to develop a case. Our operatives have years of experience gained from Police, Military and Commercial fraud investigation backgrounds and are equipped to observe and capture relevant evidence using latest technology. They are fully conversant with RIPA, Data Protection and HRA principals.
Parallel Import/Grey market
Brands can be exploited by targeting the distribution channels of genuine product. Often referred to as parallel imports, or grey market, products designed and distributed to one territory can be diverted or exported to another. This practice can be obscured through the use of front companies and a protracted supply chain and cause substantial losses to brand owners. IPF has a proven track record in investigating cases of this nature and recovering damages.