AI Governance in Data and Analytics emerged as the defining theme at the busiest Gartner Data & Analytics Summit London in history. For Alex Solutions, it was a standout opportunity to connect with enterprise leaders focused on automation, data marketplace strategies, and responsible AI practices. Below, we’ve recapped key questions asked at our booth – and the capabilities attendees were most excited about.
AI Governance is No Longer Optional
One of the most prominent themes at the summit was the rise of AI governance. What was once considered a forward-looking initiative is now a strategic imperative. With emerging regulations like the EU AI Act and increasing scrutiny around responsible AI use, organizations can no longer afford to wait.
The message from Gartner DA was clear: “get your stakeholders excited about Metadata – AI Success depends on it!“
At Alex Solutions, we’ve seen a strong surge in interest from organizations looking to establish or scale their AI governance frameworks—leveraging automated, policy-driven data catalogs and business-aligned governance tools to support responsible, scalable AI initiatives.
Automation is Top of Mind
Across the show floor, the buzzword automation emerged as a critical enabler of operational efficiency and scale. Enterprises are actively seeking solutions that eliminate repetitive manual tasks and streamline workflows – from data onboarding to cataloging and compliance.
Alex’s automation capabilities, including AI-powered agents that accelerate catalog creation, were a major talking point. Visitors to our booth were particularly interested in how we reduce time-to-insight and improve productivity across various user personas – from data stewards to business users.
FAQ: What Sets Alex Apart in AI Governance and Data Analytics?
With the show floor of the ‘Data Governance Village’ filled with vendors, the question we heard most often was, “What sets Alex apart?”
Our response: a combination of automation, flexibility, and user-centric design. Unlike platforms that cater solely to technical users or require significant customization, Alex offers a truly scalable solution that adapts to complex data environments – while remaining intuitive for all users.
The second most common question? “Can you show us how you do end-to-end lineage?” That leads us to two of the most in-demand capabilities at the booth…
Key Capabilities for AI Governance: Data Lineage & Marketplace
Attendees were especially interested in how Alex empowers teams to navigate data lineage with visual clarity and context. We demonstrated our dynamic visualization tools, designed to surface relevant insights for every role – from risk analysts to data engineers.
Another major area of interest was our Data Marketplace. As data democratization becomes a priority, organizations are looking for a single, accessible entry point for users across the enterprise to discover and request data assets.
Alex’s Data Marketplace delivers on that need: offering powerful search and filtering, collaborative workflows, and a rich, contextual view of data. Attendees were excited to see how the marketplace simplifies access while maintaining governance, making it an essential capability for any data-driven business.
That’s a Wrap
From AI governance to intelligent automation, it’s clear that the expectations for modern data platforms are rising. Gartner’s Data and Analytics Summit 2025 reaffirmed what we already know: enterprises are seeking partners that can help them meet new demands with confidence, agility, and scale.
At Alex Solutions, we’re proud to be at the forefront of that conversation.
