AI solution company, Cognecto raised Rs 4 crore in a seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures. The funds will be used to develop Regenerative Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology that is aimed at providing valuable business and operational insights for the mining and construction sectors. This will involve integrating data from existing and highly distributed telematics systems, along with operator inputs through mobile apps and wearable devices, and combining AI to drive smart allocation, routing, and operational and maintenance effectiveness.

The Bengaluru-based startup, Cognecto has made a name for itself in the Indian tech scene with its ground-breaking work in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Rohet Sareen, Head of Business Development, Divyani Singh, Head of Product Development, and Anshul Saxena, Chief Technology Officer of Cognecto aim on providing IoT, predictive analytics solutions and managed services related to heavy equipment. Cognecto is a company that specialises in providing AI-based solutions for the construction industry, specifically in the areas of analytics and managed services. Their solutions cater to a diverse range of construction equipment. Founded in 2020, the startup has quickly become known for its innovative solutions and unique approach to problem-solving.

Cognecto has a global presence on four continents Asia, Europe, Australia, and Africa serves several heavy industries, including mining, aluminum, highways, and logistics. They also connect frontline workers and equipment on a unified platform to provide a comprehensive view of mining and construction operations, enabling businesses to generate valuable analytics. The platform also offers industry-specific key performance indicators (KPIs) and specialised expertise.

Vikram Ramasubramanian, Partner, Inflection Point Ventures, said, “The utilisation of AI technology in the mining and construction sector is a significant advantage. These industries require real-time data to optimise time and resources effectively. Cognecto, with its state-of-the-art technology, offers solutions for infrastructural development, making it easier for even the most complex workforce to improve productivity on a large scale. IPV has always been at the forefront of extending support to innovative ideas that enhance productivity and optimise resources to their fullest potential.”

Rohet Sareen, Head of Business Development, Cognecto, said, "I am thrilled to have Inflection Point Ventures as partner in our journey to revolutionise the mining industry through cutting-edge technology. Their vast experience and guidance have been invaluable in raising this seed round, and we look forward to a successful collaboration. With this funding, we are excited to accelerate the development of our product and bring real-time data analytics to the forefront of mining and construction operations.”

Cognecto has been recognised as a top global startup to watch in the mining sector by StartUps Insights, a key player in equipment monitoring globally by Industry ARC, one of the top 10 most recommended startups by CIO Insider, and one of the top 11 mining startups in Karnataka by Futurology. Additionally, the startup was named one of the most innovative startups by IIT Delhi in 2023. The global market size for the telematics industry is $64.2 billion (2022), with 25 per cent of that market in Asia. The highest growth rate is also observed in Asia in the year 2022-23.