What is Harcana Consulting?

In today’s corporate landscape, businesses face escalating risks from fraud, regulatory challenges, and internal threats. Harcana Consulting is a premier investigative consultancy specializing in background checks, due diligence, asset tracing, and corporate investigations. Operating in São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and globally, we empower corporations, law firms, and investors to make secure, informed decisions. This 2025 guide details what Harcana Consulting is, our unique services, and how we mitigate risks with solutions compliant with Brazil’s General Data Protection Law (LGPD, Law No. 13,709/2018).

Why Harcana Matters in the Corporate World

Corporate risks are intensifying in 2025, with fraud, non-compliance, and internal threats costing businesses billions. In 2024, Brazilian companies lost R$2 billion (~$400 million) to corporate fraud, according to local reports. Harcana Consulting delivers reliable, actionable intelligence to prevent multimillion-dollar losses and litigation. Our data-driven approach, compliant with LGPD and the Anti-Corruption Law (Law No. 12,846/2013), ensures secure decisions in high-stakes scenarios like mergers, executive hiring, and complex transactions.

Unlike general consultancies, Harcana focuses on investigative precision, leveraging advanced tools and local expertise to protect clients in Brazil and beyond.

What is Harcana Consulting?

Harcana Consulting is a professional investigative consultancy offering risk assessment, background checks, due diligence, and corporate investigations. Serving corporations, law firms, investors, and compliance teams, we combine global reach with deep expertise in Brazil’s regulatory and cultural landscape. Our services mitigate financial, legal, and reputational risks, delivering bilingual reports (English, Spanish, Portuguese) within 5–10 business days.

Founded to address the growing need for corporate transparency, our mission is to empower businesses with the intelligence needed to navigate complex transactions securely.

Our Specialized Services

Harcana provides tailored services to meet diverse corporate needs, using advanced methodologies like open-source intelligence (OSINT) and forensic analysis:

Service	Description	Application
Background Checks	Screening individuals or entities for criminal, financial, or reputational risks.	Vetting executives, partners, or suppliers.
Due Diligence	Comprehensive research on companies, executives, or transactions to uncover hidden liabilities.	Mergers, acquisitions, investments.
Asset Tracing	Locating concealed assets in fraud, litigation, or recovery cases.	Financial disputes, debt recovery.
Corporate Investigations	In-depth probes into fraud, conflicts of interest, or internal threats.	Loss prevention, compliance audits.

Each service is conducted with strict adherence to legal standards, ensuring accuracy and court-admissible evidence.

Why Choose Harcana Consulting?

Harcana Consulting distinguishes itself through:

• Risk Mitigation: We identify fraud and liabilities before they escalate, saving clients millions.
• Reliable Intelligence: Our verified data ensures confidence in decision-making.
• Global and Local Expertise: We support multinational operations with bilingual reports tailored to Brazil’s market.
• Regulatory Compliance: We align with LGPD, FCPA, and anti-money laundering (AML) standards.

In 2024, our due diligence prevented multimillion-dollar losses for clients in mergers and acquisitions, as documented in internal case studies.

Legal Compliance in Brazil

Harcana operates within Brazil’s rigorous regulatory framework:

• LGPD (Law No. 13,709/2018): Ensures data protection, overseen by the National Data Protection Authority (ANPD).
• Anti-Corruption Law (Law No. 12,846/2013): Targets bribery, with fines up to 20% of corporate revenue.
• Brazilian Penal Code (Article 171): Penalizes fraud with up to 7 years imprisonment.

Our LGPD-compliant processes guarantee that evidence is legally admissible, protecting clients in legal proceedings.

Case Study: Fraud Prevention in São Paulo

In 2024, an international client planned a merger with a São Paulo-based tech startup. Harcana’s due diligence revealed R$5 million in hidden debts and regulatory violations, averting a $10 million loss, as reported by local media. Our bilingual report, delivered in 7 days, provided clear insights, enabling the client to withdraw from the deal safely.

Benefits for Clients

Partnering with Harcana Consulting offers:

• Loss Prevention: Avoid financial and legal pitfalls through proactive risk identification.
• Enhanced Trust: Build confidence with stakeholders via verified intelligence.
• Strategic Advantage: Gain competitive insights for informed decisions.
• Compliance Assurance: Meet LGPD and global regulatory standards seamlessly.

According to the Financial Action Task Force, due diligence reduces fraud risks by 40% in emerging markets like Brazil.

Challenges We Address

Businesses in Brazil face unique obstacles that Harcana helps overcome:

• Complex Regulations: Navigating LGPD and tax laws requires expertise.
• Cultural Nuances: Understanding local business practices ensures effective partnerships.
• Language Barriers: Our bilingual reports simplify communication for international clients.

Harcana’s local knowledge and global perspective streamline these challenges, delivering tailored solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions About Harcana Consulting

Get Started with Harcana Consulting

Harcana Consulting is your trusted partner for navigating the corporate challenges of 2025. Our cutting-edge investigations, compliance expertise, and commitment to client success empower businesses to make secure, strategic decisions. Contact us today to safeguard your operations from unseen risks.

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Email: contact@h-arcana.com

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