Ben Clinch

Ben Clinch, Partner at Ortecha and an expert in data analytics, joins the discussion to dive into the essential concepts of data fabric and its implications for data governance. He clarifies the often-misunderstood distinctions between data fabric and data mesh, advocating for interoperability to break down data silos. Clinch emphasizes the importance of effective communication between IT and business units to align data practices with organizational goals. The conversation also touches on practical frameworks for improved data governance and future trends in data ownership.

In this engaging chat, Ben Clinch, Chief Data Officer at Ortecha with 25 years in data architecture and AI, shares his journey into semantics and its vital role in AI. He discusses the risks of agentic AI, like hallucinations, and how investing in semantics can unlock AI's true potential. Ben also explores why semantics isn't widely adopted and highlights a greenfield approach for modern knowledge architecture. Finally, he previews his insights on neurosymbolic AI and its ability to enhance creativity while mitigating risks.