Virtual inspection: leading the industry in transparency

Replacing slow and outdated in-person processes with efficient, digital alternatives is essential for businesses to stay competitive.

With different forms of AI continuing to make waves, transparency and accuracy in digital media are becoming more important than ever. That’s where virtual inspections come into play, offering a reliable solution. These inspections — including virtual home inspections and so much more — help companies assess properties and assets with just as much precision as a visit to the site. Here’s what these inspections can look like and how they can benefit your business. 

Understanding virtual inspections

Virtual inspections have quickly become a vital tool for several industries since they enable both efficient and reliable evaluation — without the need for physical presence. Companies can leverage cutting-edge technology for virtual site inspections, allowing them to remotely assess properties, businesses, or vehicles with just as much accuracy as traditional, in-person inspections. 

So how exactly do they work? These inspections use digital platforms to collect and verify data, checking that everything from location details to the condition of an item is accurately captured. With a growing demand for transparency and speed, a virtual inspection can make all the difference. For example, industries like insurance and real estate can experience fewer delays without the need to schedule in-person visits. 

It also minimizes the risk of human error or manipulation of information. Virtual inspections offer a high level of precision that other methods don’t, providing businesses with a secure and trusted way to manage essential tasks from a distance — ensuring accuracy and compliance at every step. 

How virtual inspections work with Truepic

Truepic’s virtual inspections stand out by offering unmatched transparency and trust during every step of the process. T Here’s a closer look at how the process works: 

1. Securely capture photos and videos. Truepic’s platform allows users to capture photos or videos that cannot be tampered with, and remain unchanged from the moment they are taken. 
2. Verify images in real-time. Once the media is captured, Truepic’s technology instantly authenticates it in real-time, confirming that it hasn’t been altered. This ensures that what was captured on-site is exactly what the media shows.
3. Display verified results. The final step in Truepic’s virtual inspection process involves presenting the inspection results  in an easy-to-access, audit-friendly format. Doing so ensures that all relevant parties can review the results knowing that they are receiving 100% authentic, reliable information. 

Benefits of Truepic virtual inspections

Virtual inspections with Truepic offer numerous advantages over in-person inspections or simply collecting unverified photos. By combining innovative fraud prevention technology with a focus on speed and ease, Truepic delivers faster results, without compromising the integrity of the inspection process. 

Benefits include:

• Reduced risk of fraud: Truepic Vision checks for tampered photos or videos and verifies the time, location, and other details.
• Faster results:  immediate access to inspection details and auto-generated reports to make faster decisions. 
• Easy integration within existing workflows: Get started quickly with an out-of-the-box implementation with your branding or use Truepic’s API to integrate into existing mobile apps or operating systems. 

Virtual inspections in action 

Truepic’s virtual inspection technology has been successfully implemented across multiple industries to deliver secure, verified media. Key use cases include:

• Business lending: Underwriting teams can remotely verify that a business is operating at the address provided and that the collateral for the loan exists and is in acceptable condition 
• Business credentialing: Credit and background check resellers can remotely verify that their customer is operating at the address provided and ensure that the office  has the necessary infrastructure in place to ensure  consumer reports are properly secure,
• Product safety and recall:  Manufacturers can easily verify that the consumer filing the claim is in possession of the item and, to reduce shipping and storage costs, remotely confirm that the item has been destroyed, such as by cutting the cord or following other specific instructions, eliminating the need for it to be mailed back.
• Insurance claims and assessments: Insurers can remotely verify claims with authenticated images, speeding up processes and reducing costs, all while preventing fraud.
• Real estate evaluations: Real estate professionals can perform remote property appraisals and inspections, streamlining decision-making and reducing delays.

See Truepic’s technology in action by visiting our virtual inspection demo.

Innovations in virtual inspection technology

By integrating advanced technologies to boost security and accuracy, Truepic continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible with virtual inspections. For example, here are some key innovations powering Truepic’s solutions: 

• Secure camera application: Our patented Controlled Capture, the world's first C2PA-compliant camera, ensures content validity from the moment of capture. Our technology secures the camera by testing and verifying device security, attestation, and geolocation.
• Advanced fraud detection: Truepic includes over 35 fraud detection tests to ensure submissions are original and authentic. These tests can pinpoint the exact location where an image was taken, even if the device is using a location spoofing app. The platform also includes “picture of a picture” detection, identifying images that have been photographed from a computer screen or paper. Additionally, a reverse image search flags any images that already exist online, providing further protection against fraudulent submissions.
• AI for automated image analysis: Quickly evaluate the contents of collected photos and compare them to expected results with Truepic. The platform can extract text from images, such as VINs, odometer readings, product serial numbers, or any custom field. Additionally, Truepic can automatically identify objects in photos, including automotive parts, real estate risks, household appliances, and jewelry.​

Implementing virtual inspections with Truepic

As a leader in digital trust and transparency, Truepic provides proven technology that enables businesses to conduct secure, reliable virtual inspections. When you implement the Truepic virtual inspection platform, you can reduce the need for in-person visits, while still getting the confidence you need with real-time photo and video verification.

Truepic’s platform has been designed with ease of use and compliance in mind, making it simple for organizations to integrate virtual inspections into their existing processes. Whether you’re in lending,  insurance, real estate, journalism, or any other industry requiring media verification, Truepic offers a solution that delivers efficiency and accuracy every step of the way.

Reach out to learn more about integrating Truepic’s virtual inspections for your business.