What We Are Researching

VeliTrade is exploring several areas related to trust and verification in global trade.

Research focus areas include:

  • Trade identity frameworks
  • Counterparty credibility indicators
  • Document authentication workflows
  • Compliance readiness signals
  • Institutional coordination models

Research Methodology

The research process includes:

  • Structured interviews with trade participants
  • Workflow mapping across verification processes
  • Identification of verification gaps
  • Analysis of risk assessment practices

Participants include exporters, importers, financial institutions, insurers, and compliance professionals.

Research Principles

The research is guided by several principles:

  • Neutrality – Infrastructure should remain neutral across institutions.
  • Interoperability – Frameworks should work across different trade ecosystems.
  • Institutional alignment – Solutions should complement existing institutions.
  • Privacy-aware architecture – Sensitive information must be handled responsibly.

Current Phase

VeliTrade is currently collecting insights from participants across the global trade ecosystem.