Investigation services

CPC v2.1 Code: 8521

About investigation services

cpc code 8521 covers a wide range of investigation services, which play a crucial role in maintaining public safety, protecting businesses, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. These services are in high demand across various industries, from law enforcement and private security to corporate investigations and fraud detection. As the global economy becomes increasingly complex, the need for reliable and professional investigation services continues to grow, making this industry an integral part of the broader economic landscape.

Production process

Investigation services typically involve a combination of research, surveillance, and information gathering techniques. Investigators may conduct interviews, gather and analyze digital and physical evidence, and utilize specialized tools and technologies to uncover information and solve cases. The specific methods used can vary depending on the nature of the investigation, but often involve a systematic and methodical approach to gathering and analyzing data.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for investigation services include skilled and experienced personnel, such as private investigators, security professionals, and forensic analysts. Additionally, investigators may rely on specialized equipment, such as surveillance cameras, GPS tracking devices, and data analysis software. Access to relevant databases and information sources, as well as strong investigative and analytical skills, are also critical inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the investigation services industry are the insights, findings, and recommendations provided to clients. These can include reports on the status of an investigation, evidence of wrongdoing, or recommendations for mitigating risks and improving security measures. The outputs of investigation services are often consumed by a wide range of industries, including 9411 Public administration, 8010 Private security activities, and 6920 Accounting, bookkeeping and auditing activities; tax consultancy.

Family tree for investigation services

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8'>8: Business and production services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/85'>85: Support services</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/852'>852: Investigation and security services</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8521'>8521: Investigation services</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8522'>8522: Security consulting services</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8523'>8523: Security systems services</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8524'>8524: Armoured car services</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8525'>8525: Guard services</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8529'>8529: Other security services</a>"]

    D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/85210'>85210: Investigation services</a>"]


    %% Color coordination by level

    classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px
    classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



  %% Apply classes
  class A level1
class B level2
class C level3
class D level4
class E level4
class F level4
class G level4
class H level4
class I level4
class J level5

  class D highlight

  %% class A level1
  %% class B,C level2
  %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
  %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
  %% class D highlight