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Will PI’s get Uberized ?

With the digital world rising at an exponential
rate, the future of private investigations is at
stake.

A.I. and mass data are rapidly changing the
way information is dealt with. Social Medias,
cyber security and a number of digital tools
have drastically changed the way agencies
operate. PRESIDENT’S DESK

But, just like legal professions, investigators
are already facing high competition.
Softwares and apps tailored for background
checks, due diligence, photo analysis and
other searches are on the market today.
Once again, the ability to adapt to this new
environment will make the difference.

Chat GPT is all over the news. Everyone can
feel such innovation is speeding up the shift.
But even in the eyes of artificial intelligence,
the forecast is our trade will successfully
adapt. When asked about the future of demand for specialized services. As they will remain a vital part of the global
the profession of private detective, the app businesses and individuals become investigative landscape.”
developed by OpenAI interestingly answered more aware of the risks and threats they
the following: face, they are looking for investigators I hope to meet many of you shortly,
with specific expertise in areas such during the WAD Mid-term meeting in
“The profession of private investigations is as cybersecurity, fraud detection, and Prague. I have no doubt discussions over
likely to see significant growth in the coming background checks. such topics will be of great interest with
years, as the demand for investigative members sharing their expertise. Make
services continues to rise globally. Private However, the profession is also likely sure you join in one the most beautiful
investigators are hired to conduct a variety of to face some challenges in the coming cities of Europe. See you soon!
investigations, including criminal, corporate, years. One of the biggest challenges
and personal matters. is likely to be increased competition Respectfully submitted,
from other sources of information and
One of the key drivers of growth in this intelligence gathering.
profession is the increasing use of technology Jean Schmitt
in investigations. Private investigators This includes government agencies,
now have access to a range of tools and law enforcement, and even private President
techniques that allow them to gather companies that specialize in data
information and conduct surveillance more analytics and intelligence.
effectively than ever before. This includes the
use of social media, GPS tracking, and other Overall, the future of the profession of
digital tools. private investigations is likely to be both
challenging and rewarding. As long as
Another important trend in the profession private investigators continue to adapt “A Global Alliance of Investigators
of private investigations is the increasing to changing trends and technologies, and Security Professionals”

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