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Explore what’s planned for Cognos Analytics in 2026. View the product roadmap to see upcoming features and enhancements. Note that plans are subject to change.
Designed to deliver a simpler, smarter user experience, the 12.1.0 release brings powerful enhancements for both business users and administrators.
Explore the different components, features, and data sources available through multiple IBM Cognos Analytics offerings in versions 12.0 and later.
IBM was awarded by G2 as one of the Top 100 Software Companies in their 2025 Best Software Awards, with 18 IBM products winning the Best Software award.
Learning
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Access detailed guides, tutorials, and reference materials to help you get the most out of your Cognos Analytics version—from setup to advanced reporting and data exploration.
Find ready-to-use dashboards, data sets, reports, and templates that help you get started faster and deliver insights more efficiently.
See what's new in version 12.0.x, including feature updates, enhancements, and improvements designed to boost performance and user experience.
Quick and easy-to-follow tutorials that help you master key features, build reports, and gain insights—one step at a time.
Analyst reports
IBM positioned in the Leader category in the 2025 IDC MarketScape for its AI, governance, and enterprise-grade capabilities in Cognos Analytics.
IBM has been named a Market Leader in the 2024 BARC Score for Integrated Planning and Analytics, recognized for its high flexibility, strong performance and excel integration.