The first day of the AI & Big Data Expo 2026, co-located with the Intelligent Automation Conference, highlighted discussions surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) as a digital co-worker. A primary topic on the exhibition floor focused on the transition from passive automation to more adaptive "agentic" systems.
Technical sessions at the event specifically addressed the fundamental infrastructure required to realize these systems. Key areas of focus included:
- Governance: Establishing robust frameworks for managing AI implementation.
- Data Readiness: The preparation and availability of structured data as an operational foundation for AI.
Both governance and data readiness were deemed crucial in enabling enterprises to transform into efficient, AI-driven agentic entities.
