OSACO North America
Global Experts in Training and Investigations
Support for ethical and effective investigations.
Partnering with government agencies, companies and organizations across the globe
OSACO North America is part of the OSACO Group, a global network of experts specializing in law enforcement, investigative interviewing, workplace investigations, and professional training to prevent and respond to fraud, corruption and sexual misconduct.
OSACO empowers clients to proactively identify and mitigate risks. With a team of over 60 investigations and training consultants spanning 15 countries, we offer agile and tailored solutions to manage and mitigate ethical risks and liabilities.
Service, Support and Solutions
Are your people equipped to handle complex investigations and interviews effectively? OSACO is. Our experienced investigators can undertake in-person or online investigations of the most sensitive or complex kind, in almost any country in the world (excluding areas of open conflict)."
Our cutting-edge avatar training program leverages A.I. to simulate realistic investigative interview scenarios offering continuous, repeatable training and real-time performance feedback for maximum learning retention.
Whether you're looking to enhance your internal processes or improve your team’s investigative interviewing skills... we can help.
Our Solutions
OSACO’s Certified Training Program for Investigations
Practical skills for effective investigations
With over 30 years of experience in investigating cases of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH), child abuse, workplace violence, fraud and corruption, OSACO provides standardised and certified training programmes in investigative practices, and a range of intelligence analysis learning options from entry to specialist level. We can also easily create bespoke training curated to your specific needs.
OSACO’s Certified Training Program is globally recognized. Tailored to your specific needs, this program will ensure your team gain the skills, confidence, and certification necessary to handle workplace investigations professionally.
Covering critical areas of SEAH, fraud and corruption, the ability to conduct effective investigative interviews is also a core component. Participants will develop these essential skills through theory-based learning, practical role-playing exercises, and expert feedback, ensuring they can conduct interviews that are ethical, structured, and capable of uncovering the truth.
With expert-led, in-person instruction, practical casework, and six months of post-training coaching and mentoring, this program delivers real-world expertise that translates directly into workplace effectiveness. Certification from OSACO demonstrates to funding agencies, stakeholders, and employers that your organization meets the highest investigative standards.
Join a network of skilled investigators and invest in integrity, credibility, and accountability.
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In addition to our Certified Training Program for Misconduct Investigations, OSACO offers a comprehensive portfolio of training programs designed to strengthen investigative capabilities. Our specialized courses cover a range of critical areas, equipping professionals and organizations with the tools they need to uphold the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and risk management.
Learn more about our full training offerings:
- Online Essentials of Workplace Investigations Course (Online)
- Foundational and Advanced Open Source Intelligence Training (Online)
- Fraud Prevention and Anti-Corruption Audit
Our Solutions
ECHOMIND: The Future of Investigative Interview Training
AI-Based Interviewing for Investigative Training
Transform the way you train with ECHOMIND, OSACO’s groundbreaking AI-powered investigative interview training solution. Designed to revolutionize the way professionals develop and refine their interviewing skills, ECHOMIND enhances outdated, low-retention training methods with real-time, feedback-driven AI avatars that simulate live interview scenarios.
Effective interviewing is the foundation of every successful investigation—yet traditional training methods fail to provide enough hands-on practice, tailored feedback, or progressive skill development. ECHOMIND changes that. This cutting-edge platform delivers:
- Lifelike AI Avatars – Simulating real-world witnesses, victims, and suspects.
- Real-Time & Post-Interview Feedback – Instant visual cues, detailed performance insights, and guided skill development.
- Scenario-Based Training – Adaptive, scalable training modules.
- Secure Cloud-Based Access – Train anywhere, anytime, without logistical barriers.
- Proven Results – Academic research confirms that ECHOMIND delivers consistently more effective interviews (75 - 80%) than traditional interview training.
ECHOMIND is scalable, cost-effective, and continuously evolving to meet the demands of law enforcement, corporate compliance, and workplace investigators. This innovative training solution will elevate your team’s interviewing proficiency, case outcomes, and overall investigative effectiveness.
Let's shape the future of investigative training, together.
Our Solutions
OSACO’s Expert Investigative Services
Bespoke Investigations
OSACO specializes in conducting confidential, discreet workplace investigations for organizations that need to outsource complex cases or lack the internal resources to handle them effectively.
Our global team comprises expert investigators fluent in over 12 languages, operating across 15 countries, ensuring rapid deployment and operational efficiency to meet your specific needs.
Our comprehensive investigative process includes:
- Preliminary Review: Assessing initial information to determine the scope and approach.
- Evidence Assessment: Analyzing available data to identify key facts and gaps.
- On-the-Ground Evidence Gathering: Collecting physical and digital evidence meticulously.
- Interviews: Conducting thorough interviews with all relevant parties.
- Analysis and Reporting: Synthesizing findings into a comprehensive report with actionable recommendations.
- Presentation to Management: Delivering insights and guidance to inform decision-making.
With ongoing contracts serving over 100 organizations worldwide, we maintain robust relationships across the private sector, government agencies, and international organizations. Our agile approach ensures that we can predict, prevent, and respond to ethical risks and liabilities effectively.
Partner with OSACO for professional, reliable, and efficient investigative solutions tailored to your organization's unique challenges.
The Power of Many
Investigation Pods are a team that can be deployed to address a particular problem area - generally investigation overflows - within an organisation, for a set period.
Investigation Pods support you to address complex or multiple concerns, ranging from sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment through to fraud and corruption.
- The Pod comprises 1 x Investigation Manager + 6 x FTE investigators
- Can deliver 100-120 investigation days per month.
- The team-based approach ensures peer review, assurance of quality, and an embedded leadership structure
- Flexible delivery tailored to your organisation’s needs
- Scalable – can be increased in size or deployed for multiple fixed-term contracts.
Ready to get started?
Reach out today and let us help you tackle your organizational challenges.
Zahida Virani, Head of North America
For more details, personalized support or partnership inquiries, contact Zahida Virani, Head of North America for OSACO Group directly at zahidaVirani@osacogroup.com