11:40 - 12:10 Data Governance, Risk & Compliance Theatre
PANEL: How Equity is the Key to Unlocking AI’s Promise and Data’s Power
Wednesday 22nd October 2025
About
The message of AI has resonated strongly with senior management because it promises transformative changes that align with strategic goals, AI applications often promise, tangible outcomes and the hype and industry buzz around AI creates a sense of urgency and opportunity.
But the promise of AI can only be realised if we support it with the people that it needs. Across the Public Sector, it is not just any people, it is ALL people with different backgrounds, different skills and different personas.
In this session we will to explore the critical role of data and people in AI success and how to ensure they take their rightful place in the highest level in the organisation.
You will hear from leading Public Sector practitioners on how they are driving AI innovation and excellence to ensure better outcomes for us all.
And you will come away with actionable insights to take back to your organisation.
Takeaways
- AI transformation requires engaging a diverse workforce with different backgrounds, skills, and roles
- Strategic business alignment is key to beyond hype
- Reliable, well-governed data and inclusive data practices are essential to deliver meaningful outcomes and build trust in AI systems
- Attendees will gain concrete, real-world strategies for embedding AI innovation to achieve measurable impact