1. Define
Agree exactly what needs to be checked, where, when and what evidence will be considered sufficient.
Agree exactly what needs to be checked, where, when and what evidence will be considered sufficient.
Gather the agreed factual evidence at the specified location within the defined scope.
Check the evidence for completeness, consistency, exceptions and unresolved points.
Structure the findings into a clear factual record that separates confirmed, unconfirmed and inconclusive points.
Use the findings to decide what requires follow-up, escalation, correction or no further action.
Depending on the assignment, evidence may include photos, short video, checklist responses, price and availability observations, timestamps, location confirmation, document presence or other agreed factual observations.
The aim is not to collect the largest possible amount of data. The aim is to gather enough relevant evidence to answer the verification question reliably.
Every assignment starts with a precise verification question.
Evidence requirements are defined before collection begins.
Observed facts are clearly separated from interpretation.
Missing or inconclusive evidence is reported as such rather than replaced with assumptions.
Only evidence relevant to the decision should be collected.
Regulated inspections or professional opinions remain outside scope unless separately provided by an appropriately qualified specialist.