

EP. 95 - Cowboys, Data, and the AI Gold Rush w/ Franceso Tisiot
May 30, 2025
Francesco Tisiot, Field CTO at Aiven, shares his expertise on the fast-paced world of AI integration and data governance. He explores the 'cowboy approach' many enterprises take, stressing the need for robust data infrastructures to mitigate risks. Tisiot emphasizes the significance of real-time data and highlights challenges with legacy systems. He discusses the delicate balance between AI efficiency and data security, and how AI agents can enhance human workflow, allowing teams to focus on what truly matters.
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AI Integration Risks vs Rewards
- AI integration is at a turning point where companies feel pressure to incorporate it widely.
- A cowboy approach risks data exposure mistakes, while a holistic approach balances innovation and governance.
Governance for Production AI
- Go beyond prototypes to implement robust governance and approvals before production deployment.
- Provide AI with accurate, timely data to prevent costly decision errors due to fast AI decision-making.
AI Accelerates Enterprise Data Game
- The game for enterprises is unchanged but accelerated by AI's ability to exponentially speed outputs.
- This acceleration increases the scale and impact of both successes and mistakes.