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

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 - 03:00 PM JST

Contract Negotiation Clinic: Reduce Contract Risks in AI and GenAI Deals
Tsuyoshi Ebina, VP Analyst, Gartner
This session will explore the contractual risks associated with AI and GenAI software, as well as SaaS deals, including agentic AI. We will identify contract examples and negotiation strategies, examining contract terms from these vendors, LLM providers and IT services providers. ... 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 - 05:00 PM JST

Ask the Expert: Navigating the AI Agent Landscape
Wataru Katsurashima, VP Analyst, Gartner
The AI agent ecosystem is rapidly advancing, characterized by considerable hype and overwhelming choices, making it difficult to know which type of AI agent solution to choose. This Q&A session will help IT leaders make the right choice. ... 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
Wednesday, 20 May, 2026

02:00 PM - 02:30 PM JST

From AI Agents to Multiagent Systems: Where Is the Value?
Erick Brethenoux, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
AI agents are permeating applications and systems across organizations. Their flexibility is valuable in unpredictable environments where real-time monitoring and control aren’t practical. However, their adaptive strength comes with nondeterministic weaknesses. Increased autonomy and complexities in multiagent systems, compounded by GenAI models, dangerously raise uncertainty, prompting the question: are multiagent systems worth it? ... Show More Show Less

05:45 PM - 06:15 PM JST

Recognizing and Accelerating an AI-Driven Industrial Revolution
Tadaaki Mataga, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
An AI-driven industrial revolution is currently underway. This session will organize and clarify this trend and provide recommendations on what enterprises should do in response. Show Less
Thursday, 21 May, 2026

09:30 AM - 10:00 AM JST

Signature Series: The Future of AI
Erick Brethenoux, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
AI is moving faster than ever. AI techniques should bring adaptability to an uncertain world in constant flux. However, despite its extraordinary power and early promises, AI has not been leveraged to its full potential. What is missing? Where did we go wrong? Join us as we discuss our ambition for the future of AI and AI should do for us to deliver the value that we are expecting. ... Show More Show Less

03:45 PM - 04:30 PM JST

Ask the Expert: What Should Enterprises Do to Ensure the Successful Advancement of AI
Tadaaki Mataga, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
Many enterprises have adopted generative AI, but they are struggling to determine how to create meaningful impact—not only with generative AI, but also with other forms of AI.
In this session, an analyst will answer questions from participants and discuss the initiatives and strategies enterprises can use to drive impact while advancing the adoption of generative AI and other AI technologies. ... 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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