TDWI Virtual Summit

Modern Data Stack 2026: Tools, Trends & Transformations

January 28, 2026

Achieve Peak Data Stack Performance –
Modernization Starts Here

TDWI research shows that architecture modernization is a top priority to help organizations keep pace with increasing demand for data—from AI mandates to the expansion of self-service BI and analytics.

Companies that proactively prepare for technological shifts and new capabilities will gain a competitive edge in 2026 and beyond.

During this half-day TDWI virtual event, data leaders and practitioners will get briefed on market-level trends and opportunities in data architecture modernization, receive expert advice on tapping into these opportunities from experienced practitioners, and hear stories from organizations that have achieved success in modernizing their data foundations.

Free to Attend – Check out the agenda below!

Topics will include:

  • The key drivers for architecture modernization, and how to link them to measurable success metrics
  • Patterns and paradigms for data management such as the data lakehouse and data fabric, and how to choose the best fit for your business
  • How open frameworks and libraries such as open table formats are changing architects’ approach to the enterprise data stack, and when they should be considered
  • Platform and technology considerations that comprise a modern data stack, from data management solutions for structured and unstructured data, to integration through agent-based solutions, to metadata management and baked-in governance
  • Implementation strategies that demonstrate business value through rapid and incremental roadmaps

 

Agenda

8:15 AM - 8:50 AMData Architecture Modernization Trends and Opportunities: A TDWI Research Briefing and Panel DiscussionDavid Loshin, Knowledge IntegrityDavid Loshin
8:55 AM - 9:10 AMSpotlight Talk: Production AI Starts with Orchestration, Not ModelsSteven Hillion, AstronomerSteven Hillion
9:15 AM - 10:00 AMThe Modern Data Stack: Emerging Trends in Data Management for Analytics and AI (with Audience Q&A)Evan Levy, Integral Data, LLCEvan Levy
10:05 AM - 10:20 AMSpotlight Talk: How Agentic AI Redefines BI and Data TeamsCindi Howson, ThoughtSpotCindi Howson
10:25 AM - 11:10 AMModern Data Architecture Patterns: Powering BI, Analytics, and AI (with Audience Q&A)Mark Madsen, Third NatureMark Madsen
11:15 AM - 11:45 AMYou’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat: The Impact of AI on Your Data Platform (with Audience Q&A)Richard Winter, WinterCorp LLCRichard Winter
11:50 AM - 12:00 PMKey TakeawaysChris Adamson, TDWI
David Loshin, Knowledge Integrity
Chris Adamson David Loshin
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