Transforming the data marketplace: Scale with embedded governance and a product mindset

If your organization aims for unified internal data, where teams collaborate seamlessly, consumers access what they need effortlessly, and governance is a priority, this talk is for you. In high-stakes environments, the transition to a unified data ecosystem is accelerated by moving from manual, reactive processes to a proactive data marketplace model built with a product mindset. Organizations must shift from treating data infrastructure as a storage project to managing it as a strategic asset that serves both producers and consumers.

This session explores how embedding governance into developer workflows removes friction and improves the overall developer experience. Gaurav details how to use AI to make data discovery easier and provide automated context to accelerate necessary reviews. As agentic AI evolves, he highlights the importance of keeping humans in the loop for critical, high-risk decisions. Attendees will learn practical strategies for turning enterprise data into an enduring asset.

Key takeaways:
• Align producers and consumers around shared standards and quality signals.
• Scale governance through integration instead of manual gatekeeping.
• Use AI to simplify discovery and provide context to speed manual reviews.
• Implement a data-as-a-product framework to transform technical silos into a high-velocity marketplace.