Protecht, a global leader in enterprise risk management software, has announced the upcoming release of Cognita, an AI assistant tailored for governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). Integrated into the Protecht ERM platform, Cognita will debut in November 2025, with early demonstrations available at the Gartner Enterprise Risk, Audit, and Compliance Conference starting this week.
Cognita, an AI assistant, enhances governance, risk, and compliance in Protecht ERM.
Launching in November 2025, with demos starting at Gartner Conference.
Offers transparent, auditable outputs with built-in governance guardrails.
Guides users with plain-language prompts and step-by-step support.
Reduces manual tasks, improves data quality, and accelerates reporting.
Scales seamlessly with role-based permissions for enterprise needs.
Unlike generic AI tools, Cognita is purpose-built by risk experts and embedded directly into Protecht ERM workflows. It delivers contextual, plain-language guidance, enabling every employee to act as a risk manager. "With Cognita, we're making AI practical and trustworthy for risk leaders and frontline staff alike," said Damien Stevens, Chief Marketing & Product Officer at Protecht. This integration ensures faster, data-driven decisions without compromising governance.
Cognita streamlines GRC processes by reducing manual administrative tasks, improving data quality, and accelerating reporting. Its transparent, auditable outputs are designed to meet regulatory standards, reinforcing accountability across organizations. "AI in GRC should never be a black box," said Jason Phillips, CEO of Protecht. Cognita’s explainable suggestions empower users to make safer, smarter decisions while maintaining control.
Built with role-based permissions and governance guardrails, Cognita scales seamlessly within Protecht ERM, supporting organizations of all sizes. Its human-in-the-loop design ensures oversight, making it a trusted tool for risk management. By turning risk data into a strategic advantage, Cognita helps businesses transition from manual processes to efficient, integrated systems.
Cognita will be available in the November 2025 Protecht ERM release. Customers, partners, and conference attendees can book demonstrations starting in September and throughout October, beginning at the Gartner Enterprise Risk, Audit, and Compliance Conference.
Protecht’s Cognita sets a new benchmark for AI in GRC, combining scalability, transparency, and practicality to empower organizations in managing risk effectively.
With offices in Sydney, Los Angeles, and London, Protecht Group provides innovative risk management solutions, including the Protecht ERM (enterprise risk management) platform. Trusted by organizations across government, financial services, education, and other industries, Protecht empowers businesses to manage risk holistically, transitioning from spreadsheets and manual processes to efficient, integrated systems.
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