Many companies are under pressure to implement Gen AI ASAP, but not everyone sees the risks clearly. New Actian research shows nearly 80% of respondents think their data quality is up to the task. But real data prep takes more work than most business leaders think. How can you avoid the data prep pitfalls that can tank a Gen AI initiative? How can you move quickly—and confidently—into the Gen AI era? Actian’s SVP of Engineering & Product, Emma McGrattan and CMO Jennifer Jackson will share research and customer perspectives to explain true data readiness and how to optimize your Gen AI journey.

As Generative AI continues to revolutionize industries, having high-quality, well-prepared data has never been more crucial. In this session, Emma McGrattan, SVP of Engineering & Product at Actian, and Guillaume Bodet, CPTO at Zeenea, will explore how Zeenea's cutting-edge Data Discovery Platform, now part of Actian, is poised to play a pivotal role in achieving data readiness for GenAI. Attendees will discover how Zeenea’s metadata management solutions, including its comprehensive data catalog, lineage insights, quality index, business glossary, and data marketplace, empower organizations to truly know and trust their data. Join us to learn how to leverage these tools to mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and confidently unlock the full potential of GenAI in your organization. Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare your data for the next wave of AI innovation! Speaker Bios: Emma McGrattan, SVP of Engineering & Product, Actian Emma is SVP of Engineering and Product at Actian leading global research and development. She is a recognized authority in data management and analytics technologies and holds multiple patents. Emma has over two decades of experience leading a global software development organization focused on innovation in high-performance analytics, data management, integration, and application development technologies. Prior to joining Actian, Emma was Vice President for Ingres at Computer Associates. Educated in Ireland, Emma holds a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering degree from Dublin City University.