How stronger data governance enables confidence, innovation and growth.
Data is often described as one of an organisation’s most valuable assets. Yet for many businesses, it can still feel more like a source of risk, complexity and hesitation than an enabler of progress.
As organisations accelerate AI adoption and digital transformation, many are discovering that technical compliance alone is not enough. Without clear governance, structured data practices and confidence in how information is managed day-to-day, innovation can slow, decision-making becomes harder, and the risks around AI adoption grow quickly.
In this webinar, CWSI explores how stronger data governance helps organisations move forward with greater confidence, supporting secure AI adoption, clearer decision-making and sustainable growth.
Through practical discussion and real-world insight, this session examines the gap between the promise of AI and the operational reality many organisations face, and why well-governed data is the foundation for technologies such as Microsoft Copilot.
In this session you’ll learn:
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Why data governance is critical for confident AI adoption.
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The real-world challenges organisations face when implementing AI.
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How stronger data hygiene supports innovation and growth
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Ways to position data as a business asset rather than a liability.
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Tools and practices that support secure, sustainable growth.
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Practical steps to prepare your organisation for Microsoft Copilot and AI readiness.
Speakers
Paul Conaty
Secure Data Practice Lead, CWSI
Paul Conaty leads CWSI’s Secure Data practice, providing strategic and practical guidance to organisations across Ireland and internationally. With over 20 years’ experience spanning engineering, technical and leadership roles, he supports organisations in strengthening data security, governance and compliance.
Declan McGovern
Security Leader, Microsoft Ireland & UK
Declan McGovern is a Security Leader at Microsoft Ireland & UK, leading the Security Solutions team at a time when cybersecurity has never been more critical. With over 20 years in technology and more than 15 years at Microsoft, Declan has held a range of customer & partner‑facing leadership roles across the business. He is deeply passionate about Microsoft’s mission to ‘empower every organisation on the planet to achieve more’ while doing it securely.
