HCLSoftware has unveiled Domino 14.5, a significant upgrade to its enterprise collaboration suite, tailored specifically for governments and regulated industries that demand data sovereignty, compliance, and digital independence. The highlight of this release is Domino IQ, a sovereign AI extension empowering organizations with complete control over AI models and sensitive data—essential for meeting stringent regulations like the European AI Act while avoiding dependency on foreign cloud providers.
Richard Jefts, Executive Vice President and General Manager at HCLSoftware, emphasized the growing importance of protecting data from external influences. He stated,
“The importance of data sovereignty and avoiding unnecessary foreign government influence extends beyond SaaS solutions and AI. With Domino+ 14.5, we’re helping over 200+ government agencies safeguard their sensitive data.”
Domino+ 14.5 enables organizations to secure email, chat, video recordings, and confidential documents, while also introducing advanced secure messaging, meetings, and file-sharing capabilities. These ready-to-deploy tools are designed for entities handling classified or highly regulated information.
The platform is hosted on IONOS, a trusted European cloud infrastructure provider, ensuring compliance with regional data protection standards. Achim Weiss, CEO of IONOS, highlighted the collaboration’s significance, saying,
“True digital sovereignty is the key to Europe’s digital future.”
Further enhancing its security credentials, Domino 14.5 has achieved BSI certification for information security, integrated Security Event and Incident Management (SEIM) tools for real-time threat detection, and fully complies with the European Accessibility Act, promoting inclusive digital experiences for all users.
With Domino 14.5, HCLSoftware aims to establish itself as the preferred technology partner for the public sector and sensitive industries navigating the complexities of AI governance, data privacy, and secure digital collaboration.
