Benefits

Decision support that stays evidence-led under pressure.

Cipher is designed for decisions where cost, credibility and time all matter. We reduce avoidable rework by making assumptions explicit, weighting evidence, and producing decision-ready artefacts.

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Share the decision, the constraint (time/cost/reputational), and the jurisdiction(s). We will respond with a scoped next-step.

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Benefit map

Benefits only matter if they connect to mechanisms and observable proof signals.

Evidence-weightedIdentity anchoredPivots loggedResidual risk explicit

Benefit map

Benefit → mechanism → proof signals

This prevents benefits drifting into narrative. Each benefit is tied to a mechanism and observable proof signals.

Benefit	Mechanism	Proof signals
Fewer false positives and fewer missed risks	Identity anchors + explicit homonym exclusions + evidence-weighting	Anchors listed; homonym matrix; tiered confidence; sources mapped to claims
Less rework and clearer governance packs	Scope discipline (in/out) + artefact-first delivery + pivot log	Scope boundaries; deliverables list; pivot log; decision ladder showing changes
Faster procurement and partner decisions	Decision framing + targeted checks + residual-risk controls	Assumption/evidence grid; controls and triggers; counterparty/supplier risk summary
Higher credibility with stakeholders	Attributable sources + conservative language + limits stated	Citations/links; explicit limits; no implied certainty; consistent terminology

Where Cipher fits

Structured decision support between generic research and heavyweight investigations.

Integrity and due diligence

Risk

Identity disambiguation, adverse/PEP/sanctions posture checks, conflicts, and credibility assessment framed to a decision.

Market entry and growth

Strategy

Decision framing, market signals, partner mapping, and constraints-led options with explicit assumptions and triggers.

Procurement and supply-chain

Delivery

Supplier risk mapping, counterparty checks, red flags, and evidence-backed packs suitable for governance.

Assumptions made explicit

A premium pack carries uncertainty forward as verification actions and controls — rather than hiding it.

Assumptions

Assumption / evidence grid

High impact + low confidence items are made explicit verification actions. This reduces false confidence and rework.

Item	Impact	Confidence	Disposition	Next action
Identity is unambiguous across jurisdictions	High	Med	Priority verify	Collect identifiers (registry IDs, licence numbers, DoB month–year) and document homonym exclusions.
Key claims are supported by authoritative anchors	High	Med	Priority verify	Anchor claims to registers/filings first; downgrade narrative-only sources; state evidence limits.
Timelines are realistic for the depth required	Med	Med	Priority verify	Agree a timebox; prioritise decision-changing checks; define what is explicitly out of scope.
Residual risk is acceptable after controls	High	Low	Priority verify	Define acceptance thresholds and triggers; propose compensating controls or decision gates.

Who uses this

Roles that need defensible decision support with attributable anchors.

In-house

Strategy, corporate development, investment
Procurement, supplier assurance, compliance
Programme leadership and delivery governance
Public-sector policy and delivery functions

Advisers

Legal, transactional and dispute support teams
Consultancies needing a traceable evidence layer
Founders preparing for fundraising and partnerships
Principals with constrained time and high scrutiny

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