How AI is Transforming Due Diligence for Funders

AI accelerates document checks, register lookups and risk scanning while keeping a human in control of the final decision.

• Consistency improves when every application is checked the same way.
• Triage frees officers to focus on higher‑risk cases.
• Plinth halves due‑diligence time for many teams.

What modern due diligence includes

Blend automated checks with manual judgement where it matters.

• Charity Commission and Companies House lookups.
• Policy/document scanning for gaps and red flags.
• Adverse media and PEP/Sanctions screening where proportionate.

Key takeaway: standardised steps create reliable, repeatable outcomes.

Implementing proportionately

Match checks to risk, grant size and geography.

• Use light‑touch checks for micro‑grants; deepen for larger awards.
• Record reasoning for exceptions and escalations.
• Review false positives to tune rules over time.

Key takeaway: proportionate diligence is fair and fast.

Communicating outcomes

Show applicants what was checked and what to fix.

• Clear pass/fail notes and required actions.
• Templates for common follow‑ups (e.g., missing policies).
• Evidence captured in the system for future renewals.

Key takeaway: good communication speeds up approvals.

FAQs

Is automated screening enough?

No. Use it to surface issues and support human review.

What about data protection?

Run checks lawfully with clear notices and secure storage.

Can we customise rules?

Yes. Plinth allows configurable checks by programme and risk profile.