Mr. Anant Agarwal

AI-Powered Data Governance: The Key to Unlocking Enterprise Success

Abstract:

Strong Data Governance is essential for modern enterprises in today's data-driven world. This session will explore how data governance is the backbone of data integrity, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability. We’ll discuss the impact of poor data quality and how it can negatively affect business performance, customer satisfaction, and decision-making.

We'll dive into how AI in data governance transforms the landscape with automated data cleansing, real-time validation, and predictive monitoring capabilities. You'll hear a real-world success story from Petco, where AI-driven governance improved data health by 14%, showing the power of AI in driving business impact.

As we look into a hyper-connected world, we'll explore how AI helps maintain compliance, security, and data accessibility. Plus, we’ll preview exciting future trends like blockchain, federated learning, and edge computing, showing how these technologies will reshape data governance.

Finally, we’ll discuss transforming your enterprise data into a competitive advantage, leveraging AI-driven insights, and continuously improving data strategies. This session will inspire you to embrace the future of data governance and unlock new opportunities for your business.

Bio:

Anant Agarwal is a goal-driven, multifaceted, and analytical professional with over 18 years of experience in Master Data Management, Data Governance, IT Project Management, and Business Analysis. His expertise spans across supply chain optimization, financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. He received the prestigious Claro Business Award in 2024, recognizing his excellence in strategic data governance & impactful leadership. He was also honored with a Global Recognition Award in 2024, affirming his groundbreaking contributions to the retail industry.

With an MBA, focusing on dual concentrations in Management Information Systems (MIS) and Finance from the U.S., Anant brings a solid mix of technical knowledge and industry experience to his work. His deep understanding of business needs, process analysis, and continuous improvement allows him to deliver actionable recommendations that drive impactful business outcomes.

Anant is deeply committed to the academic and scientific community, having reviewed over 20 papers for reputed journals like IEEE and Springer and serving as an Editorial Board Member for PRJ Publications. He actively participates in the global academic landscape, enjoying roles as a worldwide hackathon judge and conference presenter. His research contributions have been recognized and accepted at esteemed IEEE and Springer conferences, underscoring his dedication and impact in his field.

He thrives on sharing knowledge, collaborating across teams, and continually improving business processes through data-driven insights.