/ Insights / How Data Problems Derail AI Projects—And What to Do About It Insights How Data Problems Derail AI Projects—And What to Do About It May 15, 2025Your AI is only as powerful as the data behind it. If your data isn’t clean, current, and connected, your AI initiatives will struggle, delivering weak results, wasted resources, and frustrated users. In this session, we’ll explore how to build strong data foundations that enable trustworthy, scalable AI. From governance to optimization, learn how to get your data truly AI-ready so tools like Copilot and custom agents can deliver real value.Key Takeaways:Data Foundations for AI: Best practices for classification, security, and complianceSimplifying Access Control: Manage AI and analytics access with confidenceScalable Governance: Automate policy with Azure Policy and Microsoft PurviewOptimize for Cost & Scale: Smarter storage strategies for long-term AI valueCopilot-Ready Data: Prepare your data for Copilot and AI agent success