> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.govpro.ai/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# Introduction
> Champ is an AI-powered intelligence engine that connects your data with leading large language models. More than just a chatbot, it helps you turn raw information into clear, useful outputs for everyday work.
## Introduction
Champ provides secure access to advanced AI models in a private environment. It acts as your always-available subject matter expert—drawing from your documents and trusted sources to deliver accurate, context-aware responses
Champ is currently undergoing preparation for FedRAMP certification, with completion expected in 2026.
## How to use
Using Champ is simple:
1. **Start a Chat**
Type a question or prompt, just like you would in any chat tool.
2. **Add Context**
Upload documents (currently only supports PDF attachments) or point Champ to data sources to give it the right background.
3. **Get Tailored Outputs**
Champ processes your inputs and generates responses—whether that’s text, summaries, or draft content.
4. **Stay in Control**
* Champ uses data from your enablement tab, data you attach, and, when toggled, information from the web.
* Your information is not shared or used to train external AI models.
* All interactions remain secure and private
## No black box AI, Champ keeps you in the know
Champ is designed to be transparent. Every answer it generates includes two key elements—**Chain of Thought** and **References**—so you can see how responses were built and verify the sources behind them.
**Chain of Thought (How Champ Thinks)**
* **Explanation:** Champ shows the chain of thought (COT) reasoning process behind its answers in a format anyone can follow.
* **Visibility:** You’ll see the key steps (knowledge search, delegate, search references, web search), decisions, and logic that shaped the output, not just the final text.
* **Purpose:** This helps you understand *why* an answer looks the way it does and builds confidence in the results
## **References (Where the Answer Came From)**
* **Reference Data:** References may come from your uploaded files or content in the **enablement** **tabs** - projects and people
* **File upload:** You can also reference data outside of the system, by uploading PDF documents.
* **Web search (only available in commercial environments):** When web search is enabled, Champ provides source URLs along with a brief explanation of the information gathered from each webpage.
* **Transparency:** References are clickable so you can review the original source material yourself.