mech@feddit.org 1 week ago
Yes, they exist. But pretty much only in the context of organized crime.
Outside of a criminal organisation, there’s no way to gauge trustworthiness.
You’d hire one, they’ll want payment in advance cause they don’t know you, but then what keeps them from just disappearing with your money? It’s not like you can sue them or leave a bad review.
CapuccinoCoretto@lemmy.world 1 week ago
…and by organized crime, we must include business and politics. When doing business in other countries, especially the more corrupt, a local “fixer”, aka consultant, will help you navigate the landscape. They ensure the right palms are greased.
Even straightlaced companies get stuck with it. Could be as simple as a bid-bond getting “lost”.
Could be ensuring your staff have the correct security arrangements, like paying local gangs enough to get word to leave your people alone.
It takes on many flavours, depending on context. Sometimes they are part of a countries public service, or intelligence agency.