Cognition Cloud provides a desktop‑as‑a‑service platform for UK enterprises, turning existing PC hardware into virtual desktops delivered via a fixed monthly subscription. The service offers secure, consistent remote access across devices, eliminates upfront capital costs, and extends hardware life to reduce waste and operational overhead.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Businesses face high capital costs and ongoing maintenance for desktop hardware, while remote work increases security risks and creates unpredictable IT expenses.
Solution
Cognition Cloud offers a desktop‑as‑a‑service (DaaS) platform that lets UK companies shift from capital‑heavy PC purchases to a fixed monthly subscription. Existing desktop hardware is repurposed and delivered as virtual desktops, extending asset life and reducing electronic waste. Users can securely access a consistent desktop environment from any internet‑connected device, supporting hybrid and remote work models. The service includes built‑in security controls to protect against cyber threats, and the subscription model eliminates unpredictable operational overhead and replacement costs.
Target Audience
Primary customers are mid‑size UK enterprises seeking to reduce IT capital spend, improve remote work security, and adopt more sustainable desktop management practices.
Features
- Virtual desktop delivery that runs on customers’ existing hardware, maximizing asset utilization
- Fixed‑price monthly subscription (OPEX) with no upfront hardware purchase required
- Secure remote access with centralized authentication, encryption, and threat monitoring
- Consistent user experience across laptops, tablets, and thin clients for hybrid work
- Automatic updates and patch management to maintain security and performance
- Sustainability reporting that tracks hardware reuse and waste reduction