Extract from Brendan Locke’s article “The Power of In-Platform Redactions: Reveal’s Acquisition of Blackout’s Source Code”
Protecting sensitive information—especially personally identifiable information (PII)—is more crucial and complex than ever. Traditional redaction methods often rely on dated or manual processes, which can lead to integration issues, slower workflows, and increased costs. As was recently announced, Reveal has acquired the source code to Milyli’s Blackout and is embedding Blackout’s powerful redaction capabilities directly into its platform. By eliminating the need for external tools, Reveal offers a seamless, efficient, and highly secure solution for automated redaction, built to handle the demands of modern compliance and privacy regulations like GDPR and HIPAA. This in-platform approach not only enhances user experience but also provides legal and compliance teams with a scalable, AI-ready foundation for managing redactions faster, more accurately, and with confidence.
Why In-Platform Redaction Matters in eDiscovery
Redaction—particularly of sensitive, personally identifiable information (PII)—has traditionally depended on highly manual processes or third-party tools that can introduce integration challenges, slower processing times, and added costs. By embedding Blackout’s redaction capabilities into its platform, Reveal eliminates third-party dependencies, delivering a cohesive, stable experience for end-users and allows for frictionless automated redactions. This integration means Reveal can respond faster to user needs, optimize redaction processes directly within its platform, and lay the groundwork for the next generation of AI-driven redaction capabilities.
