Digital asset management (DAM) is evolving rapidly, with artificial intelligence playing an increasingly central role. For companies with large image collections, finding the right asset is often time-consuming. But with the Cavok DAM system’s new AI option—powered by Excire’s class-leading technology—image search is practically instant. All of this happens without reliance on the cloud and without compromising data security.
AI in Digital Asset Management
Cavok, the digital asset management system from PEAK-14, has successfully integrated Excire AI technology via the Excire API. This partnership takes Cavok to the next level by offering precise and intuitive image recognition, developed specifically for professional use.
With the Excire AI integration, Cavok users not only save time but also retain full control over their data. All information remains securely within the user’s own system and is not processed or stored on external servers—a key advantage in professional environments where data protection, legal risks, and loss of control can have serious consequences.
Excire AI: Bringing Intelligent Features to Cavok Users
Cavok’s new AI functionality is based on advanced deep learning models from Excire Foto, developed and trained in Germany. These models understand not only the content of images but also what the user is looking for.
Excire AI capabilities include:
- Unlimited free-text search: Simply describe the image(s) you’re searching for, such as “people in a marketplace at sunset” or “green landscape with mountains.” The AI understands context and delivers the corresponding images within seconds, even with large archives—all without prior keywording.
- People and face recognition: Using a reference image, you can find identical or similar faces in your database. This prevents the need for manual name-tagging and is particularly useful for editorial offices and agencies that work regularly with images of people.
- GPS search & editor: The AI recognizes landmarks and locations in photos, such as “Paris” or “Eiffel Tower,” and shows where an image was taken. Geotagging and visualization using OpenStreetMap pins are also possible, even retroactively.
- Intelligent keywording: Excire AI automatically assigns keywords, automating the often tedious and time-consuming process of photo tagging.
Data Protection as a Top Priority: Excire AI Is 100% On-Premise
A major advantage of the Excire AI integration in Cavok is the local operation. All functions run directly within the company’s own network, without a cloud connection or external data flow. Companies managing sensitive assets can now use AI with full GDPR compliance and peace of mind. Cavok and Excire guarantee the highest security and data protection standards.
Increasing Efficiency, Reducing Risk for Your Business
This secure, AI-powered digital asset management solution increases efficiency while enabling companies to retain control over their data. It is especially suitable for industries where data protection is not only nice to have but also a legal requirement, from industry and research to government and healthcare. As PEAK-14 explains: “AI should help us—not create new risks. The integration of Excire technology gives our customers exactly that: control, performance, and trust.”
Discover how you can optimize your workflows, find content faster, and stay 100% GDPR compliant with the Cavok DAM software and integrated Excire AI. The AI integration has been available as an on-premise API for all Cavok customers since May 2025.