AI Data Bites · 2025-12-29 · 17 min
We’re excited to bring you the third and final episode of Executive Spotlight, our series featuring Denodo executives and thought leaders shaping the future of data and AI. In this episode, we're once again joined by Alberto Pan, Executive Vice President & Chief Technology Officer and Ravi Shankar, Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer to unpack the final set of predictions from Denodo’s 2026 Data Predictions Report. The discussion focuses on what will truly determine AI success in 2026 - measurable ROI, strong AI and data governance, the rise of Autonomous BI, and the often-overlooked human side of AI adoption. Key Insights from This Episode ROI Becomes the Deciding Factor for AI and Cloud Investments: As enterprises move beyond the AI hype cycle, boards and CFOs are demanding clear, measurable returns. By 2026, AI initiatives will only move forward if they demonstrate tangible business value - such as cost reduction, faster decision-making, or revenue growth.
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