Scope
Define the decision, requirements and evidence gaps. Agree the work, fee and timeline.
Make better decisions with unmanned systems experts
We help investors, companies and governments evaluate technology through expert insight and independent field testing.
Understand what end users need, validated in the field
Schedule a Call ↗15+ yearsHands-on experience with unmanned systems
30+ countriesField and industry experience
50+ technologiesTested and evaluated
Value Proposition
Technical depth, with a view of the whole operation.
A component can perform well while creating problems elsewhere in the system or operational workflow. A successful test can depend on specialist support the customer will not have. We examine those dependencies and explain what they mean for the decision-maker.
We work alongside your technical team, connect findings across disciplines and identify where further evidence is needed. You receive the findings, their implications and the next actions in one assessment.
Intelligence supported by AI
AI tools help us find, organize and compare technical and market information. Specialists check the sources and assess their relevance.
Testing and judgment led by people
Experienced practitioners define the assessment, work with operators and interpret results in context. They are responsible for the conclusions.
Partners
What we do
Our services
Technical due diligence, independent field testing, deployment readiness and technology intelligence for investment, acquisition and procurement decisions.
Technical Due DiligenceBefore an investment, acquisition, or major technical decision.
We assess technical claims, system performance, integration and operational risks, manufacturing, supply chain dependencies and the team’s ability to deliver.
You receive: An independent report with findings, risks, and recommendations.
Explore technical due diligence ↗Field ValidationBefore a customer test, deployment or expansion at scale.
We test systems in relevant operating conditions and collect performance data and operator feedback.
You receive: Test results, identified gaps, and a prioritized list of improvements.
Explore field validation ↗Deployment ReadinessBefore entering a new market or scaling operations.
We evaluate customer requirements, integration, maintenance, support, and operational costs.
You receive: A readiness assessment and a clear plan to address deployment gaps.
Explore deployment readiness ↗Technology IntelligenceWhen you need to find, compare, or evaluate new technologies.
We identify relevant companies, assess technical fit, and support structured evaluations with specialists and operators.
You receive: Technology assessments, comparisons, and ongoing evaluation support.
Explore technology intelligence ↗How an engagement works
From the question to the evidence you need
2026 field activity
What we’re working on
- Operator feedback
Multi-drone orchestration platform
Gathering feedback from end users on how they would manage multiple drones from one platform.
- Counter-drone technology
Passive RF detection
Evaluating passive radio-frequency detection for counter-drone use.
- Deployment readiness
Autonomous underwater vessel
Assessing an autonomous underwater vessel before deployment.
- Operational software
VTOL management application
Evaluating software used to manage vertical takeoff and landing operations.
- Company evaluation
Drone-in-a-box company
Reviewing a company’s drone-in-a-box technology and how it fits the intended use.
- Acquisition diligence
Technical validation for a potential acquisition
Checking technical claims and identifying evidence gaps ahead of an acquisition decision.
Field & evidence
Review the claims, work with specialists and operators, and test where the question requires it.
Decision-ready report
Receive the findings, their implications and the actions to take before you commit.
From the Field
Real projects. Field evidence. Better decisions.
Field case / Insight PartnersInsight Partners
Independent technical and operational diligence to identify risks that could affect investment decisions and future deployment.
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Insight Partners
Independent technical and operational diligence to identify risks that could affect investment decisions and future deployment.
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Field case / InsignitoInsignito
A week of field testing with the Navy in California led to new validation data, UTM integration, and a follow-on system installation.
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Insignito
A week of field testing with the Navy in California led to new validation data, UTM integration, and a follow-on system installation.
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Field case / JIFXJIFX
Connecting emerging technologies with operational users, field evaluation opportunities, and the requirements of future customers.
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JIFX
Connecting emerging technologies with operational users, field evaluation opportunities, and the requirements of future customers.
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Field case / Ministry of DefenseMinistry of Defense
Evaluating counter-UAS technologies beyond technical specifications to support operational and procurement decisions.
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Ministry of Defense
Evaluating counter-UAS technologies beyond technical specifications to support operational and procurement decisions.
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The team behind the assessment
Shay Senior
Shay leads Fieldiligence with 15+ years of hands-on experience across unmanned aerial, ground, surface and underwater systems in more than 30 countries.
His work spans military and homeland security, agriculture and logistics, covering field testing, system integration, operator training and deployment. He works with engineers, operators and decision-makers at national and international levels.
Licensed UAV operator in Israel and the U.S.
Specialist expertise
The proposal identifies the specialists, their roles and relevant experience for your assessment.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Why use Fieldiligence if we already have technical experts?
We work alongside your technical team. We add operator and buyer perspectives, test assumptions in relevant conditions and explain the implications for integration, cost and deployment.
How much does an engagement cost?
We quote against the scope: the systems involved, access, locations, specialists and testing required. After the first call, you receive a proposed fee and deliverables before committing. Ongoing support can be scoped separately.
How long does an assessment take?
The timeline depends on the decision deadline, available evidence and access to the system and operators. We agree a schedule before work starts and identify any dependencies, such as site access or test permissions.
What access do you need?
For an initial review, we need the question you are trying to answer and the evidence already available. Field work may also require access to the system, technical team, operators, logs and a suitable test location. We agree confidentiality and access before starting.
What happens on the first call?
You speak with Shay about the system, the decision and your deadline. We identify what is known, where evidence is missing and whether we can help. If there is a fit, the next step is a proposed scope, fee and timeline.
What will the report tell us?
You receive the findings, supporting evidence, limitations and recommended next actions. We distinguish what was observed from what remains unverified and explain what each finding means for your investment, procurement or deployment decision.
Field Notes
Conversations, perspectives and the terms that matter.
Listen
The Autonomous Podcast
Conversations with the people building, operating and investing in unmanned technology.
Listen to the podcast ↗ReadLinkedIn Articles & Posts
Shay’s field observations and perspectives on technology, investment and deployment.
Read on LinkedIn ↗UnderstandThe Unmanned Industry Glossary
The terms everyone in the room should know before building, buying or writing a tender.
Explore the glossary →Start with a conversation
Discuss the assessment you need
Start with a call with Shay to discuss your decision, deadline and available evidence.
After the call, we send a proposed scope, fee and timeline if there is a fit. Prefer to write? shay@fieldiligence.com