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That’s a wrap on #GartnerDA 2026. As a Premier Sponsor, Alation was proud to connect with CDOs, CIOs, and data & AI leaders focused on one priority: turning AI into measurable business value. This week reinforced an important truth: One message resonated throughout the week: Agentic AI is not defined by the model. It is defined by the knowledge layer that enables trusted context, scalable governance, and accountable outcomes. Highlights included: • A customer-led session with Cisco on scaling autonomous agents • Truist’s perspective on operationalizing outcome-based governance • Strategic  conversations on AI-ready data products and enterprise accountability • Live demos of the Alation Knowledge Layer powering agentic AI at scale A special thank you to our speakers and customers who shared their leadership and real-world experience. Your perspectives elevated the conversation around responsible, outcome-driven AI. The shift from experimentation to execution is well underway. Enterprise leaders are focused not just on innovation, but on measurable impact. Thank you to everyone we met and joined the conversation. Until next time! ✈️ Next stop: Gartner Data & Analytics Summit London, May 11-13! #AgenticAI