About Us – Trusted Intelligence Since 1999

From the first German police website in 1995 to today's professional OSINT services – we deliver verifiable results through method, experience, and precision.

Trusted by leading technology and automotive companies, DAX-listed corporations, and internationally recognized brands.

We Look Deeper – For More Than 25 Years

1995

A Digital Pioneer

Jörn Weber built the first website ever created for a German police department – a milestone in digital law enforcement. See it archived here:

→ polizei-web.net (Web Archive)

What this means for you: Our digital expertise wasn't learned from books – it's been shaped by decades of hands-on experience in the evolution of the Internet.

1980
–1999

Two Decades in Law Enforcement

After completing his police academy training and public administration studies, Jörn Weber investigated some of the toughest cases:

  • → Homicide and major crimes
  • → Fraud and financial offenses
  • → Cybercrime and computer forensics
  • → Criminal duty officer in Düsseldorf

Final rank: Chief Detective Inspector (Kriminalhauptkommissar) – the highest level of operational investigation within German law enforcement.

What this means for you: Our methods are built on forensic standards – every case is handled with the precision of a criminal investigation.

1999

Founding of corma GmbH

What started as a collaboration with a former police officer in corporate security soon became the foundation for a new kind of intelligence consultancy.

2000
–2014

Corporate & Global Experience

Assignments for multinational corporations in Europe and beyond:

  • → Loss Prevention and Fraud Investigations
  • → Brand Protection and Supply Chain Security
  • → Senior Investigation Management for Fortune 100 companies

What this means for you: We understand the expectations and compliance standards of large enterprises – and apply them with the agility of a boutique firm.

2017

Industry Recognition

Winner of the Outstanding Security Performance Award (OSPA) in the category "Outstanding Investigator."

What this means for you: Independent experts have recognized our investigative quality and professionalism.

2015
–Today

OSINT-as-a-Service

Our focus today: professional online intelligence investigations, specialized OSINT modules, customized training, and digital protection programs.

What this means for you: We're not just investigators – we're your long-term intelligence partners.

What Makes Us Different – The Boutique Approach

Limited Caseload – Maximum Quality

We only accept as many projects as we can complete to our forensic standards.

Direct Access to Experts

No intermediaries, no call centers – you work directly with our senior analysts.

Tailored Investigations

Every case is planned individually – no templates or automation.

Long-Term Partnerships

Clients stay with us because they trust our discretion and consistency.

Our Philosophy: Better to deliver 50 excellent investigations per year than 500 average ones.

The Mind Behind corma

Jörn Weber - Founder and Managing Director corma GmbH

Jörn Weber

Founder, Investigator, Trainer

Nearly 20 years in law enforcement shaped Jörn Weber's investigative precision. In 1995, he created Germany's first police website, merging forensic discipline with early digital innovation.

Since 2016, he has also been a certified trainer for Maltego and Social Network Harvester, conducting OSINT workshops for:

  • → Law enforcement and intelligence agencies
  • → Corporate security teams
  • → Investigative journalists
  • → Defense and compliance units

What this means for you: When you work with corma, you benefit from the same training and methodologies used by global law enforcement professionals.

Four Decades of Digital Expertise

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1980s

Programming on the Commodore C64

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1995

HTML and Netscape – launch of polizei-web.net

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2005

IBM i2 Analyst's Notebook

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2015

Maltego & specialized OSINT platforms

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Today

AI-assisted intelligence workflows for pattern recognition and link analysis

What this means for you: We've lived through every digital transformation — from dial-up modems to machine learning — and we apply that experience to every investigation.

Our Commitment to Quality

Excellence Through Structure, Training, and Security

1. Continuous Learning

Our analysts complete advanced training in OSINT, cyber investigations, digital forensics, and privacy law.

2. Forensic Precision

Every investigation follows a documented process:

  • → Multi-source validation
  • → Full source attribution
  • → Timestamped evidence
  • → Structured reporting

3. GDPR Compliance

All investigations are conducted within the boundaries of European data protection law. Only publicly available information is used, and legitimate interest is always verified.

4. Certified Platforms & Data Security

  • → ISO 27001 & SOC 2 Type II certified systems
  • → EU-hosted, GDPR-compliant tools
  • → End-to-end encryption (AES-256)
  • → Secure delivery via Tresorit

What this means for you: You receive verified, secure, and legally sound intelligence every time.

Why Leading Companies Work With Us

Award

Outstanding Security Performance Awards (OSPA) 2017 – "Outstanding Investigator"

Client Feedback

Clear, well-documented, and practical intelligence reports

Note: We never name clients publicly. Discretion and confidentiality are part of our core principles.

The corma Team

A compact, highly specialized team with decades of combined experience in investigations, open-source intelligence, IT security, and forensic research.

How We Work:

Dedicated contacts for each client

Clear responsibilities and transparent communication

Absolute confidentiality under strict NDAs

What this means for you: You work with professionals who understand both the investigative craft and the digital landscape.

The Mind Behind corma

Get to know Joern Weber personally – the ex-Criminal Inspector and OSINT pioneer who has shaped corma since 1999.

Meet the mind behind corma →

Let's Talk About Your Intelligence Needs

Curious whether corma is the right fit for your case or organization? Schedule a free, confidential consultation (15–30 minutes) and find out how we can help.

Your Next Steps:

  1. 1.Book a Consultation – We'll understand your requirements
  2. 2.Receive a Transparent Proposal – Fixed scope, clear pricing
  3. 3.Start Your Investigation – Secure and discreet

Experience builds trust. Method delivers results.

We look deeper – Never wonder, always know.