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Lucrative Private Investigations Firm In Gauteng For Sale

johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Asking Price:
R500K - R1.5M
Sales Revenue:
R500K - R1.5M
Cash Flow:
R500K - R1.5M

S.S.I
Security and Special Investigations.

Public and Corporate Private Investigations.

S.S.I is a Psira registered private investigations startup based in Gauteng founded by 2 highly experienced security experts with half a decade of security experience between them.
S.S.I is a P.I firm available to not only corporate clients, but also to the general public with a national network of security contacts and law enforcement personnel.

Introduction:

Private investigation (P.I.) firms specialise in gathering critical information, conducting surveillance, and providing security services for individuals, corporations, and legal entities. Core functions include investigating fraud, locating missing persons, conducting background checks, and monitoring individuals or entities for potential risks. In the age of technology, P.I. firms have evolved significantly, leveraging advanced tools such as cybersecurity solutions, GPS tracking, and AI-powered data analysis to enhance efficiency and accuracy. This technological integration has expanded the scope of services to include anti-espionage, digital forensics, and sophisticated person-tracking solutions, meeting the growing demand for discreet, high-tech investigative services in a data-driven world.


Market Opportunity

The global private investigation services market has experienced steady growth in recent years. In 2022, the market was valued at approximately USD 18.2 billion and is projected to reach USD 28.2 billion by 2032, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5% during the forecast period. Similarly, another report indicates that the market was valued at USD 18.5 billion in 2022, with an expected CAGR of 4.90% from 2023 to 2030. This growth is driven by increasing demand for investigative services across various sectors, including corporate, personal, and legal domains. Technological advancements have enabled private investigators to offer more efficient and comprehensive services, further propelling market expansion.


Services
Overview of key services:
- Corporate Investigations: Fraud detection, internal audits, employee monitoring.
- Anti-Espionage & Anti-Spyware: Safeguarding intellectual property and corporate secrets.
- VIP Protection: Personalised security for executives and high-net-worth individuals.
- International Person Tracking: Cross-border investigations and searches.
- Physical Monitoring: Discreet observation and reporting on targeted individuals.

Competitive Advantages
- National network for comprehensive coverage.
- Team of highly trained specialists in surveillance, cybersecurity, and threat analysis.
- Cutting-edge technology and software for investigations.
- Strong focus on confidentiality and client trust.
- Quality security partners


History:
- SSI was founded by Private Investigator Werner van der Westhuizen and George Moraitis, founder and owner of the prominent security company based in Johannesburg; Guardians Security.
- Between the founders, S.S.I offers more than 45 years of security, military and private investigation experience.


Revenue Model
- Public service offerings such as individual monitoring, tracking, tracing, reporting and asset tracking are at the core of any P.I firm.

These investigations range from a single day, to several months and offer a significant income on a daily basis.
Different service offerings cater to a wide range of income segments. Making company services more readily available, and thus increasing the income.

- Pricing tiers for corporate and individual clients.
- Retainer agreements for ongoing services.
- Revenue streams: Investigations, monitoring services, VIP protection packages.


Target Market
- Mass marketing through social media platforms and direct target marketing to other security
entities, law-enforcement agencies and legal entities as per example Law firms.
- Corporations: Banks, manufacturing firms, tech companies, law firms.
- Public entities: High-net-worth individuals, political figures, celebrities.

Operational Plan
- Operational headquarters are split between Pretoria and Edenvale in Johannesburg.
- Cases will be assessed on a case by case basis and possible solutions provided to the clients.
- VIP protection and other additional services will be on offer thanks to the partnership with Guardians Security. Those services include anti-kidnapping, anti-hijacking, emergency response services, vehicle and individual armed escorting and other similar services.
- Plan for expansion into international markets.

The Team
- Please see the attached pitch deck for more information on the founding partners.


Investment Opportunity
- Funding required:
R900 000.00 CAPPED INVESTMENT AMOUNT
- 3 x 15% blocks for sale @ R300 000.00 ea.
- Direct ownership in S.S.I in personal or corporate entity.
- Any business experience advantageous
- Any security experience beneficial.
- Long-term growth potential.

Next Steps
- Contact either of the finding partners for a private meeting.

Property Information

Location:

National footprint with offices in Pretoria and Johannesburg

Premises Details:

Physical offices

Business Operation

Expansion Potential:

Nationally and internationally. With the potential of selling franchise options.

Competition / Market:

Alternate Private investigation firms.

Employees:
5
Years established:
1

Other Information

Furniture / Fixtures value:
R1,800,000
Related Documents:
Relocatable:
This business can be relocated.