On-site Verification / Factory Audit / Ad Scouting

In HK/Macau/Taiwan? We Are Your “Eyes on the Ground” Before You Transact.

Are you in Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan, preparing to do business with a company in Shenzhen (or nearby cities)?

• Fear of Scams: Are the company address and factory photos they provided real? Is it just a “shell company”?
• Can’t Visit the Factory: The supplier claims to have a massive factory, but you’re not in Shenzhen and can’t verify it yourself?
• Stall Legitimacy: A vendor in Huaqiangbei is asking for payment upfront. Are you sure their “stall” even exists?
• Market Research: Need to scout competitor ad placements or market foot traffic in Shenzhen before launching, but don’t want to make the trip?

Zerrand’s “On-site Verification” service is your most critical “safety fuse” before a transaction. We help you prevent financial loss by verifying their legitimacy at a minimal cost.

1. Business Transaction Verification (Prevent Fraud)

(Long-tail keywords: Proxy company verification, factory audit, supplier on-site check)

Based on your needs, we can conduct a “Secret Visit” (covertly) or an “Appointed Visit” (with their knowledge).

(A) Company / Office Address Verification

• Service: Verify if the company address you were given actually exists.
• Deliverables:
  • Photos/videos of the building exterior, lobby directory, and the company’s door/logo.
  • (If permitted) Observations of the office size and staff count to see if it matches their claims.
  • Collection of any available company brochures.

(B) Shenzhen/Dongguan/Huizhou Factory Audit

• Service: Verify the factory’s existence, operational status, and scale.
• Deliverables:
  • Photos/videos of the factory gate, name, and (if permitted) production lines and warehouse.
  • Live video call to give you a “virtual tour” of the factory.
  • Confirmation of whether the factory appears to be in active operation.

(C) Store / Huaqiangbei Stall Verification

• Service: Confirm if a specific store or (e.g., Huaqiangbei) stall is real and operational.
• Deliverables:
  • Find the exact stall/store and take time-stamped photos/videos.
  • Confirm if they are selling the products you’re interested in.
  • (Optional) Inquire about prices as a walk-in customer to get intelligence.

2. Market / Advertising Scouting

(Long-tail keywords: Ad placement scouting, competitor ad check, market foot traffic)

(A) Competitor Ad Placement Scouting

• Service: Visit a designated commercial area (e.g., MixC, Coastal City) to scout competitor ad placements.
• Deliverables:
  • Photos/videos of competitor ads (subway, bus stops, mall screens).
  • Documentation of the ad’s location, type, and approximate size.

(B) Ad Placement Price Inquiry

• Service: If you intend to advertise, we can act as your proxy to contact the ad space owner and inquire about ad pricing.
• Deliverables: Ad rate cards, media kits, and contact information.

Our Method: Confidential, Efficient, Visual

1. Secret Visit (Recommended): Our runner acts as a passerby or potential customer to conduct the verification without alerting the target, capturing the most authentic on-site situation.
2. Appointed Visit: If you have already informed the target, our runner can act as your “representative,” visit them, and initiate a live video call for a “remote meeting” or “remote factory tour.”

Service Process (How It Works)

1. Submit Request: Via WeChat (recommended) or our website form, clearly describe your verification needs (address, company name, your concerns, specific questions to check).
2. Confirm Plan & Quote: Our team confirms the execution plan (secret/appointed), deliverables (photos/video/report), and provides a quote.
3. Professional Execution: Our runner arrives on-site at the agreed time. We stay in touch with you via WeChat for real-time updates.
4. Deliver Results: Task complete. All collected materials, photos, and videos will be organized and sent to you.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can you get inside the factory or office?

A: It depends on the plan you choose.

• Secret Visit: We will attempt to access public areas (lobby, hallways) but will typically not enter their private office space.
• Appointed Visit: If you have arranged it with them, we can enter as your representative and can start a live video call.

QQ: Is your verification report professional?

A: We provide an “on-site errand” service. Our deliverable is the raw “evidence” (photos, videos, on-site descriptions). We do not provide financial due diligence or legal opinions. However, the evidence we provide is the most critical information for you to make a decision.

Q: How long does it take to verify one address?

A: Simple verifications (like a Huaqiangbei stall) can often be completed and delivered on the same day. For complex verifications (like an inter-city factory visit), please book in advance.