Evisions, the leader in data and reporting solutions for higher education, today announced the launch of Argos Data Agent, a new AI-powered capability within Argos X that enables institutions to interact with their data using natural language while maintaining the governance, security, and trust they rely on.

As institutions explore AI to accelerate decision-making, many face a critical challenge: AI is only as reliable as the data it analyzes. When disconnected from governed data sources, AI can produce fast answers that are difficult to validate or trust.

Argos Data Agent addresses this challenge by operating directly on trusted Argos DataBlocks and report queries, ensuring that every response is grounded in validated institutional data.

“Higher education institutions have spent years building trusted, governed data environments within Argos,” said Jim Farrell, Chief Solutions Officer at Evisions. “Argos Data Agent allows them to bring AI to that data without compromising trust, security, or control. It extends the value of what they have already built instead of requiring them to start over.”

AI Built on Data Institutions Already Trust

Unlike standalone AI tools that operate outside institutional governance frameworks, Argos Data Agent works within the Argos ecosystem, leveraging existing DataBlocks and honoring MAPS-based permissions.

Users can ask questions in plain English and receive immediate, conversational answers, along with a transparent breakdown of how each result was generated, including SQL queries and data lineage. This approach ensures that AI-driven insights remain explainable, auditable, and aligned with defined institutional standards.

Extending the Value of Existing Data Investments

Argos Data Agent is designed to enhance, not replace, the reporting infrastructure institutions have already invested in.

By building directly on existing DataBlocks and reports, institutions can:

• Unlock deeper analysis without rebuilding dashboards or data models
• Expand access to trusted data across campus
• Reduce dependency on technical teams for ad hoc reporting
• Accelerate decision-making with immediate, contextual insights

This allows institutions to maximize the return on their existing data investments while making that data more accessible and actionable.

Enterprise-Grade Security and Control

Argos Data Agent is built with the security and governance requirements of higher education in mind.

Key capabilities include:

• Zero Data Retention (ZDR) architecture
• Full enforcement of MAPS-based data permissions
• Secure encryption of data in transit
• Support for on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments

These safeguards ensure that institutions can adopt AI with confidence, without exposing sensitive data or compromising control.

A New Way to Interact with Institutional Data

With Argos Data Agent, institutions can move beyond static reports and dashboards, enabling a more dynamic and accessible approach to data interaction.

From executives seeking quick answers to analysts exploring deeper trends, users across campus can engage directly with trusted data and receive insights they can understand and act on.

Argos Data Agent is available as part of Argos X. Institutions can learn more or request a demonstration by visiting Evisions.com.

About Evisions

At Evisions, we help colleges and universities turn data into decisions that drive results. Our mission is simple: deliver data solutions that meet your institution exactly where you are, whether your data and systems are on-premise, in the cloud, or hybrid.

Drawing on our experience serving more than 1,000 higher education institutions, we understand the operational realities you face because we’ve lived them. Our team comes from higher ed — we’ve been in your offices, faced your challenges, and built solutions to solve them.

We’re here to help you:

• Improve decision-making with timely, accurate insights.
• Streamline administrative processes to save time and resources.
• Build a stronger, more connected data foundation to support your strategic goals.

No matter where your technology journey takes you, we’ll be there — supporting your institution with world-class service and solutions that adapt to your needs.

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From executives seeking quick answers to analysts exploring deeper trends, users across campus can engage directly with trusted data and receive insights they can understand and act on.