EIRISís large team of specialist researchers is the core of the organisation. They are experts in their fields such as human rights, animal testing and environmental performance. A vast range of data sources are used, from company annual reports to government and regulatory data, industry and specialist journals, and other independent sources. In addition they gather their own data on companies via questionnaires, letters and direct dialogue. The areas that they research are determined through consultation with clients and the identification of trends and significant issues using the researchersí expertise and networks. Research areas are reviewed on a regular basis. They monitor the financial press on a daily basis to keep track of company activity and changes in ownership. All this means that clients know they are drawing on the latest thinking and developments in the field when using EIRIS data to help make their investment decisions.