Founded in 2006 by Michel Pitre, Eng., IAAI-CFI, and a co-founder, Origin was created with a clear ambition: to become a trusted partner for insurers, claims adjusters and law firms.
At the outset, the company had a single engineer and a single chemist. The founders shared a simple conviction: bringing different technical disciplines together under one roof would make it possible to better understand losses and explain their causes precisely.
Over the years, that vision took shape through the addition of professionals from several engineering and scientific disciplines. Origin is today a multidisciplinary firm of forensic experts, supported by an administrative team that ensures the coordination and quality of every assignment.
Nearly twenty years on, Origin reflects how that founding idea has grown. What began with two people is now a company of close to fifty employees. Every team member helps move the company forward in pursuit of the same mission: bring together the best expertise to understand technical events and support clients with rigour, integrity and transparency.
At Origin, every assignment rests on a structured approach built on three essential principles: efficiency, precision and quality. This approach guides all of our work and ensures the rigour and credibility of our expert analyses.
Forensic investigations conducted methodically, to move assignments forward quickly and effectively support our clients’ decision-making.
Rigorous technical and scientific analyses carried out by qualified professionals, grounded in detailed observations, verifiable data and specialized tools.
Structured, precise expert reports designed to meet the requirements of technical, insurance and legal contexts.
Origin brings together more than thirty forensic experts specialized in origin and cause investigation. This highly qualified team analyzes the most complex losses with method, objectivity and scientific rigour.
Our expertise rests on four specialized departments that bring the most relevant skills to bear according to the nature of the loss. The experts work closely across disciplines to deepen the technical analysis and examine files from several angles. This multidisciplinary approach makes it possible to conduct complete, rigorous and thoroughly documented investigations.
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technical team
Analysis and determination of the causes of fires, explosions and electrical system failures.
Analysis of structural failures, water infiltration and building deterioration, in line with recognized standards and practices.
Analysis and determination of the causes of failure in any type of equipment. Whether motorized or recreational equipment, building mechanical systems, technical components or industrial equipment, our experts identify failure mechanisms precisely.
Metallurgical analyses, contamination studies and specialized laboratory testing to determine the mechanisms of fracture, corrosion or material degradation.
Each department is led by experienced forensic experts whose skill and rigour underpin the high standard of the work Origin delivers.
Behind every assignment is a committed administrative team that coordinates files and supports operations. Complementary skills and diverse backgrounds allow them to support the experts effectively and ensure a smooth, structured client experience.
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Origin is far more than a workplace. It is a collaborative environment where professionals can build their expertise and grow within a recognized organization.
We support our employees’ well-being through flexible, hybrid work arrangements. Our teams benefit from ergonomic equipment and comprehensive benefits, including a share ownership program.
Our workplace culture values collaboration, innovation and professional development.
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