Roundtable

Data in Motion for AI: Closing the Context Gap

September 24, 2026 10:30 am - 12:00 pm EST
Data-driven.
People first.
Executive Engagement.

Closing the AI context gap by modernizing data architecture for real-time intelligence

Enterprises are racing to adopt AI, but many leaders are discovering that models are not the limiting factor: delivering timely, trustworthy context is. Legacy data stacks, batch pipelines, and siloed sources make it difficult to supply AI with the continuous, high-fidelity signals it needs to influence decisions in real time. As a result, projects stall between experimentation and enterprise impact, and the potential of AI to transform customer experiences and operations remains unrealized.

This event will explore how organizations modernize around data in motion to change that dynamic. We will discuss patterns for simplifying architectural complexity, shifting governance upstream so quality and trust are established at the source, and creating consistent, real-time context layers that feed models and downstream systems. Join peers to debate the trade-offs of different integration approaches, identify the priority data flows that unlock value fastest, and map practical next steps for operationalizing AI with live enterprise intelligence.

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Speakers

Adam Tybor

Field Chief Technology Officer
Adam Tybor is a Global Field CTO at Confluent, where he helps the world's largest enterprises transform how find out more

Discussion Topics

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Rethinking enterprise data architecture to reduce end-to-end complexity and enable continuous data flows for AI.

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Governing data at the source: practical techniques for improving quality, lineage, and trust before data reaches models.

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Designing a real-time context layer: meeting AI requirements for timeliness, completeness, and consistent semantics across systems.

About Confluent Inc

Confluent is pioneering a fundamentally new category of data infrastructure focused on data in motion. Our cloud-native platform serves as the intelligent connective tissue for real-time data, enabling seamless streaming from multiple sources across organizations. With Confluent, businesses can deliver rich, digital customer experiences and transition to sophisticated, real-time operations. Our mission is to empower every organization to harness data in motion, ensuring they can compete and thrive in today's digital landscape.

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