The Scherzer Difference

Scherzer International (SI) has been providing specialized background screening reports since 1993. Our global clients include commercial and investment banks, private equity funds, and many of the largest law and public accounting firms in the world. With a distinct portfolio of scalable, purpose-specific reports for business transaction due diligence, client acceptance or continuation, employment and regulatory compliance, our services have proven essential for informed decisions and sustainable risk-management.

SI’s core philosophy is to deliver an outstanding client experience and to distinguish itself as an industry leader through the following differentiators:

ACTIONABLE REPORTS

 

  • Tailored Insights: Developed specifically for each client’s individual needs
  • Clear and Concise: Presented in an easy-to-read format, with succinct executive summaries
  • In-depth Analysis: Analysis of information and narrative summaries of noteworthy or adverse events such as litigation, criminal records, media coverage and regulatory actions
  • Domestically-prepared with a Global Reach: Prepared in the U.S. from information obtained from worldwide sources
  • Compliant with Applicable Laws and Regulations: Prepared in compliance with applicable domestic and international laws and regulations

DATA SECURITY AND INFORMATION PRIVACY

  • ISO 27001 Certification: Commitment to robust data security and privacy at every level of the organization–safeguards exceed industry standards
  • Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Compliance with applicable data privacy and security laws and regulations
  • Global Compliance: Audited security processes for compliance with worldwide data protection laws, rules and regulations and self-certification of compliance with the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (EU-U.S. DPF), the UK Extension to the EU-U.S. DPF, and the Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (Swiss-U.S. DPF) as set forth by the U.S. Department of Commerce

CLIENT-CENTERED BEST PRACTICES

  • Easy Ordering Process: Several methods for requesting a report
  • Customized Search Strategies: Report strategies developed to meet specific objectives
  • Single Point-of-Contact: Dedicated research analyst works on the assignment from start to finish
  • Real-time Updates: Immediate alerts when negative or noteworthy information is identified
  • Customized Communication: Progress updates tailored to each client’s needs and preferences
  • Compliance Department to Answer Questions: Specialized staff to answer questions and provide guidance
  • Easy Ordering Process: Several methods for requesting a report
  • Customized Search Strategies: Report strategies developed to meet specific objectives
  • Single Point-of-Contact: Dedicated research analyst works on the assignment from start to finish
  • Real-time Updates: Immediate alerts when negative or noteworthy information is identified
  • Customized Communication: Progress updates tailored to each client’s needs and preferences
  • Compliance Department to Answer Questions: Specialized staff to answer questions and provide guidance

PROVEN RESEARCH AND QUALITY-CONTROL PROCEDURES

  • Comprehensive and Accurate Research: Search methods specific to a particular courthouse, including manual and/or online direct record access to ensure the most comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date results
  • Global Network: Well-established network of regularly audited domestic and international research sources
  • Proprietary Research Methodologies: Tested research methodologies for consistent and comprehensive information collection
  • Rigorous Quality Control: Reviews by specialized staff to ensure research and report quality, accuracy and legal compliance

TRANSACTION-SPECIFIC EXPERTISE

  • Financing and lending
  • Investment-related
  • Client acceptance and continuation for accounting firms
  • Employment at all position levels
  • Corporate governance, including board of directors appointments
  • Dodd-Frank/SEC “Bad Actor” Rule 506(d)

Hands-on involvement by all company executives, including SI founder and CEO, Larry Scherzer, bring together top-level experience from public accounting, banking, due diligence, insurance, technology and human resource sectors.

INDUSTRY AFFILIATIONS

THE FINANCING FORUM

Scherzer International is a sponsor of The Financing Forum’s quarterly meetings in Beverly Hills, California.

CAMICO

Camico Mutual Insurance Company members please contact facts@scherzer.com or telephone +01-866-723-2287.

PBSA

Scherzer International is a founding member of the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA).