Mystery Shops

Independent evaluation of real-world customer interactions

Businesses often rely on internal reporting, KPIs, or customer feedback to assess frontline performance — yet these measures rarely capture how staff behave when they believe they are not being observed. Service standards, compliance requirements, and brand values can drift over time, particularly across multiple locations or shifts. Without independent testing, issues such as inconsistent service, poor adherence to procedures, missed sales opportunities, or compliance failures may go unnoticed until they result in complaints, lost revenue, or regulatory attention.

Our mystery shopping reports focus on observable behaviour, procedural compliance, and risk indicators, rather than subjective impressions or scoring alone. We document what occurred, how interactions were handled, and whether conduct aligns with stated policies, training, and regulatory expectations. Findings are presented in clear, professional reports suitable for senior management, compliance review, or further action where required.

Our Mystery Shopping Services

Independent, real-world evaluations designed to measure service quality, compliance, and customer experience.

Why Businesses Use Mystery Shopping

Improve Customer Experience

Identify service gaps and inconsistencies across locations or teams.

Ensure Compliance

Verify adherence to company policies, regulatory requirements, and brand standards.

Evaluate Staff Performance

Assess professionalism, knowledge, communication skills, and conduct.

Protect Brand Reputation

Prevent service failures that could damage public perception.

Benchmark Performance

Track improvement over time with measurable performance indicators.

Benchmark Performance

Track improvement over time with measurable performance indicators.

Our Methodology

A structured, objective process designed to deliver accurate findings and actionable insights.

Step 1
Objective Definition

We identify your operational goals, KPIs, and evaluation criteria.

Step 2
Scenario Development

Custom interaction scenarios are developed to test specific performance areas.

Step 3
Field Execution

Trained evaluators conduct discreet visits or interactions.

Step 4
Documentation

Detailed reports include scoring, narrative observations, and supporting evidence where applicable.

Step 5
Actionable Insights

We provide structured recommendations to improve service and compliance.

Industries We Serve

Supporting diverse sectors with tailored mystery shopping programs that meet industry-specific standards.

Reporting & Deliverables

Clear, structured reports providing measurable scores, detailed observations, and practical recommendations.

Structured Investigation Report

A professionally prepared report aligned to the agreed brief, outlining objectives, methodology, and key findings in a clear, defensible format.

Executive Summary

A concise overview of key insights, highlighting strengths, risks, and priority areas requiring attention.

Customer Journey & Performance Analysis

Detailed breakdown of interactions across touchpoints, assessing staff behaviour, service delivery, and consistency against standards.

Compliance, Evidence & Recommendations

Identification of compliance gaps and risks, supported by evidence (where applicable), with clear, actionable recommendations for improvement.

Pricing

No vague quotes. No surprises. Three clear options designed to match where you are and where you’re going.

Once Off

Single mystery shop(one location / scenario)

Multiple locations or scenarios: priced per programme

Starts from
€

350

On-Going

Ongoing mystery shopping programmes:

Starts from
€

1500

Consultation

All pricing is agreed in advance, with scope, scenarios, and reporting standards clearly defined.

Testimonial

Feedback from clients who value our discretion, reliability, and results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers to common questions about our services and approach.

Not finding what you need?

Reach out anytime. We're happy to answer any questions before you commit to working together.

Audrey Philpott QFA LIB PI

Founder & Managing Director

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. We are fully licensed by the Private Security Authority of Ireland, and all investigators are individually licensed and insured to meet professional and legal standards.

Absolutely. All enquiries are handled with strict confidentiality from the outset, and no information is shared without your consent unless required by law.

No. We only accept cases where we can provide genuine, lawful, and ethical investigative value. If not, we will advise you honestly.

No investigation can guarantee a specific outcome. However, we apply all reasonable and lawful methods to achieve the best possible results.

You will receive a clear, structured report along with a supporting evidence pack, prepared to a professional and court-ready standard where required.

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