About Us

WHO WE ARE

At CBI, you will find a partner committed to helping you to prevent risks and build trust.

Incorporated in 1996, Central Business Information Limited (CBI) is a global business information company covering Hong Kong China, Mainland China and 214 countries and regions with a full range of services. We offer Enhanced Due Diligence, Employment Screening, Business Verification, Business Credit, Asset Search and Site Investigation for different business sectors and industries. Our accurate, comprehensive and up-to-date business intelligence never fails to help clients make the right decision and take the best actions.

CBI currently operates six established offices with Headquarters in Hong Kong, five offices located in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xi'an of China, and Penang in Malaysia with over four hundred staff members. Each department is led by highly experienced and knowledgeable professionals.

We work with clients to develop innovative services by combining technology, expertise and industry knowledge. Our diverse products and geographical coverage as well as our ongoing post-sale services gain us a competitive edge. With our in-house IT division, we have developed the most advanced integrated system in the industry to collect, process and analyze business and individual information.

Over the years our professionalism has made us a preferred partner by the world's largest audit and accounting firms, law firms, investment institutions, commercial banks, listed companies and government authorities.

At CBI, we are committed to helping our clients construct a safe and impartial business environment with our streamlined yet focused information.

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What We Do

Assisting our clients in making business decisions is a key part of our mission. We strongly believe that our primary role in this area is to deliver a full range of accurate business information in a time-efficient and cost effective manner.

We offer coherent strategic solutions in gathering information for any business looking to gain a competitive advantage in the market.

In an age when seconds count and information rules, we are committed to beating the clock and empowering our clients with credible information.

Who We Serve

Meet Our Clients

We have a strong network globally and our work covers Hong Kong China, Mainland China and over 214 countries and regions around the world. Over the years, we have successfully built a strong client base which includes the world's largest C.P.A. firms, law firms, investment institutions, commercial banks, listed companies and government authorities who have been counting on us for quality business information.

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WHY CBI

The products produced by CBI have been freshly investigated to remove outdated information and reveal actual circumstances.

Offer an integrated solution that provides a comprehensive view of analysis based on the most updated and precise information.

Provide the information in familiar, easy-to-consume formats that offers capabilities appropriate for users with different skill sets at all levels of the organization.

Full range of solutions addresses different users' needs across the organization.

OUR SERVICES

Our Strengths

Solid Foundation
Strong Clientele
Extensive Global Coverage
Technical & Compliance Advisory

Solid Foundation

A strong reputation from 25 years of professionalism
In-house production teams in Mainland China, Hong Kong China and Penang Malaysia
In-house technology development and innovation divisions

Strong Clientele

Over 3,000 clients from the world's largest C.P.A. firms, law firms, investment institutions, commercial banks, listed companies and government authorities

Extensive Global Coverage

Global coverage across 284 overseas regions in 214 countries
Service capacity covering 687 cities, 31 provinces and autonomous regions in Mainland China

Technical & Compliance Advisory

Professional team to personalize IPO due diligence direction and scope
Compliance and quality control
Professional advice and training

Our Structure

We currently operate six established offices with Headquarters in Hong Kong, five offices located in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xi’an of China, and Penang in Malaysia with over four hundred staff members. Each department is led by highly experienced and knowledgeable professionals.

Our Mission

Our Goals

We constantly boost our service standards to achieve three primary goals for our clients.

Our Values

Our Coverage

Global Coverage

With our secure network of partners covering 214 countries, we pride ourselves in our ability to coordinate and quickly mobilize resources to plan and execute large scale on-site due diligence projects across multiple jurisdictions within tight time constraint.

Our Coverage

Coverage in China

With our strong local expertise and more than 20 years of experience operating in Mainland China, we offer a wide range of due diligence products, combining technology and our industry knowledge, uniquely designed for businesses in the local market. Our service capacity covering over 687 cities, 31 provinces and autonomous regions.

Our Technology

CBI SKY
CBI MAP

CBI SKY

CBI SKY is a web-based collaborative portal where all parties involved in a project can communicate, share and collaborate. It is the key to efficient project management that allows our clients to enjoy various key features anytime free-of-charge.

Consolidated Order Records & Invoices – view all your order status and invoices with just one click
Real-Time Report Updates – download reports anytime without email size limitation
Track Changes – access older versions of your reports and track changes along the way
Multiple User Access – provide access to projects across different parties upon request
Key Market News – stay abreast of the latest industry news

CBI MAP

CBI MAP is a comprehensive IPO market tracking database allowing clients to access the platform and search for the latest activities of IPO applicants and sponsors quickly. It is an essential tool for sponsors to find references and conduct comparable analysis when working on IPO projects.

Company database with complete IPO trackrecord from application to listing
Categorized data for various analysis needs, such as by industry, business location and professional parties
Complete sponsor records including licensing, change of representatives and ROs
AI and data grabbing technology to ensure information is fresh and up-to-date

Our Awards

Awards & Achievements

Accreditation

Caring Company 2016-2022

CBI has been awarded Caring Company for six consecutive years to acknowledge the company's efforts and contributions for the well-being of the communities and the environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer for Family Status Equality

CBI was awarded for its efforts and commitment to the values of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Good MPF Employer 2014-2021

CBI has been labeled Good MPF Employer for seven consecutive years for the company's endeavour in providing enhanced retirement protection to its employees.
The Employees Retraining Board (ERB)

CBI was awarded for its outstanding achievements in manpower training and development as Manpower Developers (MDs).

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Achieve Greater with Us

08 Sep 2022

CBI VOLUNTEER TEAM – VISITING PO TIN ESTATE
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CBI Volunteer Committee has organized a visit at Po Tin Estate, Tuen Mun with The UPEF last week. We have prepared a gift bag with mooncakes and other essentials for the families just before Mid-Autumn Festival, to share love and blessings, we are glad to see their smiles!
15 Aug 2022

Certificate of Appreciation - Oxfam Hong Kong

Do you have a habit that has kept for over 20 years?

CBI has been supporting Oxfam Hong Kong for 23 years continuously, we reach out our helping hands to those less fortune and bring real changes to their lives, contribute to a world without poverty. This appreciation certificate may just be the cherry on top of CBI 25th Anniversary!
12 Jul 2022

Help the MEOWS～
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CBI Volunteer Committee organized a visit at the HK Saving Cat and Dog Association (HKSCDA) last Sunday, CBI colleagues have experienced the day of a volunteer at the association, to clean the cage and feed the cats. The cats were MEOW-ly happy with their cleaned homes and we were even happier!

Thanks to the association for this opportunity and we hope to keep raising awareness of abandon animals.
25 May 2022

Caring Tap Mun cows!
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CBI Volunteer Committee and Sports Committee have co-organized a “Caring Tap Mun cows!” event last Saturday. The living environment of the cows has been seriously destroyed by the visitors and their lives are endangered. 24 colleagues have joined and separated into groups, to feed the cows with fresh greens, transport liters of water uphill and picking up trash from the beach.

It was an unforgettable experience where we learned the importance of caring our natural habitat.
15 Apr 2022

Blood Donation Day
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The number of blood donors have dropped because of the pandemic, causing a low level of blood inventories. CBI Volunteer Committee have called on our colleagues to give blood during the long weekend, hoping to support the people in need with an action of love. "1 Blood Donation Saves 3 Lives"! Let's give blood regularly and bring hope to the world.