All 2026 Conference Sessions

Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2026 dives deep into key topics for data, analytics and AI leaders and more to help you address your organization’s mission-critical challenges.

2026 Conference Theme

Value at AI Velocity: Navigating the Now and Next

The pace of AI innovation is forcing DA leaders/teams to deliver measurable business value faster than ever before. As AI accelerates change across industries, leaders must deliver immediate impact while preparing for future developments.

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Tuesday, 19 May, 2026

12:30 PM - 01:00 PM JST

7 Practical Actions to Improve Data Governance Today
Thornton Craig, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
There are seven key reasons organizations struggle with effective data governance. This session examines what consistently goes wrong and offers practical solutions to help make data governance work for your organization. ... Show More Show Less

12:30 PM - 01:00 PM JST

Drive Organizational Culture Transformation Through Data Utilization
Tatsuya Ichishi, VP, Team Manager, Gartner
Data, analytics and AI are essential for corporate competitiveness and growth, yet many organizations have not fully adopted data-driven decision-making. Technology alone cannot build a data-driven culture. CDAOs and D&A leaders must promote data use across the organization. This session introduces practical ways to embed a data culture and improve business outcomes. ... Show More Show Less

12:30 PM - 01:00 PM JST

What Is the AI Leader's Role in an AI-First Enterprise?
Erick Brethenoux, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
The role of the artificial intelligence leader has rapidly emerged as essential for enterprise survival. Gartner's AI leaders survey shows that 91% of high-maturity organizations report having dedicated AI leaders, and it is crucial for AI-driven transformation. This session discusses the essentials of the AI leader role and how it fulfills its purpose of creating an AI-first enterprise. ... Show More Show Less

02:00 PM - 02:30 PM JST

How to Build and Manage Data Products Efficiently (Technology and Architecture Perspectives)
Prasad Pore, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Many organizations pursue data products; however, sustaining their success seems challenging. This breakout session is a compilation of several case studies and best practice recommendations for D&A leaders who seek guidance in executing their data product strategy. ... Show More Show Less

02:00 PM - 02:30 PM JST

Maturity Matters: Design the AI Organization Fit for Purpose
Julian Sun, VP, Team Manager, Gartner
Unlocking the full value of AI requires more than just technology — it demands a fundamental shift in how organizations are structured and how teams collaborate. This session equips D&A leaders and CDAOs with proven strategies to navigate the complexities. ... Show More Show Less

02:00 PM - 02:30 PM JST

Navigating the AI Agent Landscape: A Strategic Guide for IT Leaders
Wataru Katsurashima, VP Analyst, Gartner
The AI agent ecosystem is rapidly advancing, characterized by considerable hype and overwhelming choices. In this session, we provide an overview of the AI agent ecosystem, highlight key players and outline evolving deployment models to help IT leaders drive business value. ... Show More Show Less

04:15 PM - 04:45 PM JST

From Artificial to Actual Intelligence: Reimagined BI Retakes the Helm (But It's Different This Time)
Kurt Schlegel, VP Analyst, Gartner
BI has a bad rap as last century’s analytics and static reporting, while AI is the cool kid on the block. Yet most AI projects focus on tech over business impact. With real-time analytics and actionable insights, BI is now focused on driving measurable value across operations, strategy and customer engagement. ... Show More Show Less

04:15 PM - 04:45 PM JST

Strategy in the Age of AI Sovereignty: Comparing Japan's AI Utilization Promotion Act With Global Regulations
Yoshi Matsumoto, Distinguished VP, Advisory, Gartner
Japan has enacted its AI Utilization Promotion Act in September 2025. Meanwhile, countries worldwide are rapidly advancing regulations surrounding AI governance and data sovereignty. This session compares government initiatives on AI sovereignty in Japan and globally, outlining key risks and opportunities for businesses. Furthermore, it explores strategic perspectives for transforming regulatory compliance into competitive advantage. ... Show More Show Less

04:15 PM - 04:45 PM JST

Unstructured Data Management Is the Missing Ingredient to Prepare GenAI-Ready Data
Jason Medd, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Almost every GenAI use case requires organizations to extract, qualify and govern significant volumes of unstructured data. Data management leaders must deliver workflows that orchestrate entity extraction, vector data embeddings and semantic data enrichment with structured data pipelines to deliver GenAI-ready data. Join this session to learn more. ... Show More Show Less

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“I found it valuable that there were several sessions addressing business-critical questions, such as how to evaluate the value of data and how the D&A department can establish a framework for management and internal stakeholders to assess the value of D&A.”

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