Prerequisite: None

Deanne Larson, Ph.D., DM, CBIP

President

Larson & Associates and TDWI Fellow

This session will include a moderated Q&A featuring questions from the live audience.

As organizations race to adopt artificial intelligence (AI), many overlook a foundational question: is the data ready? Deanne Larson will discuss the critical role of data readiness in successful AI initiatives and provide a readiness checklist for leaders.

Dr. Larson’s talk will demystify what “AI-ready data” really means. She will address key topics such as data quality, governance, architecture, and integration across business units. Larson will explore real-world scenarios where poor data planning stalled AI outcomes and share practical steps leaders can take to assess and elevate their organization’s data maturity. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of the strategic and operational investments needed to ensure data environments can support AI at scale.

Larson’s session will:

• Define what constitutes AI-ready data from a business and technical perspective
• Identify common data challenges that undermine AI success
• Explore best practices for governance, integration, and data quality
• Equip leaders with a readiness checklist to support future AI initiatives
• Engage in a Q&A to address organization-specific concerns