What is the pricing model for IGNAITE?
IGNAITE operates on a one-time investment model for hardware and setup, followed by a manageable monthly maintenance fee. There are no per-user or per-query license costs, making it cost-effective for businesses as usage scales, especially compared to cloud-based AI solutions over several years.
What kind of hardware is required to run IGNAITE?
IGNAITE utilizes industry-leading NVIDIA solutions for local AI servers, which are set up and maintained by ignite AI GmbH. Smaller operations may need a single device, while larger needs can be met by stacking multiple units. For shopfloor applications, proprietary MINERVA-Edge-Platinen are used, with all hardware remaining behind the customer's firewall.
Does IGNAITE function without an internet connection?
Yes, IGNAITE is designed to operate fully offline for its core functions. For optional support and updates, a secure, controllable remote maintenance feature is available, which can be deactivated by the user at any time, ensuring continuous operation even without internet access.
Which AI models are deployed locally with IGNAITE?
IGNAITE deploys open-source language models selected and optimized for specific customer use cases. All inference occurs entirely on the customer's hardware, eliminating the need for API calls to external providers like OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google, thus ensuring data sovereignty.
How does IGNAITE ensure data privacy and compliance?
IGNAITE is DSGVO-compliant and EU AI Act ready. Its on-premises architecture ensures that data never leaves the customer's network, preventing third-country transfers. This design provides a technically guaranteed level of data protection, rather than relying solely on contractual agreements.