Shaping the Next Era: The Evolution of Data Leadership for the AI-First Future

On Wednesday, 22 October 2025, we proudly unveiled the DataIQ 30 Africa – a defining milestone in the evolution of global data and AI leadership. For the first time, Africa’s most influential data and AI leaders have been recognised in a dedicated programme, revealed at the DataIQ 30 Africa Reveal in Johannesburg. Delivered in partnership […]

10 Tips to Successfully Migrate to Microsoft Fabric

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Microsoft Fabric is gathering momentum across enterprise data teams, with leaders seeking best practices for migration. Those with experience are clear that migrating successfully isn’t just about technical setup but about designing new habits, ownership models and governance from day one.

Myth versus Reality of Technical Data Lineage

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The path to robust data lineage is still uphill and strewn with pitfalls. DataIQ recently bought together leaders from mature organisations to exchange best practices on the topic, revealing a wealth common myths and practical advice on how to to meaningfully advance with technical data lineage.

1.9 Years: What Short CDO Tenure Says About Your Organisation

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Our latest report reveals that the average tenure of a Chief Data Officer in Europe is 1.9 years. In other words, the role designed to lead data and AI transformation across people, culture, and technology is gone in less than two years. What does that mean for your organisation?

Data and AI Leadership: Under Way and Under Pressure

How do you lead when AI capabilities outpace organisational readiness? For data and AI leaders, that is today’s defining test. While emerging technologies offer an abundance of new opportunities, leaders are under increasing pressure to deliver impact while laying foundations in a continuously shifting landscape.  This report, produced by DataIQ in collaboration with Databricks, captures […]

Leadership Traits Fueling AI Excellence

The profiles of the 2025 DataIQ 100 North America have been assessed by Blend with a DiSC profile and Dashboard to highlight what makes a data and AI leader.

DataIQ World Congress Programme

We’re thrilled to provide you with this downloadable programme, your comprehensive guide to navigating the World Congress and maximising your experience. Within these pages, you’ll find everything you need to make the most of your time with us, including: The agenda: From visionary keynotes to unique content streams and thought-provoking discussions, discover what’s in store. […]

More than Data: Key Leadership Skills to Win Sponsorship

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This article, part of our new DataIQ 100 Insights Series, unveils the leadership behaviours that help data and AI leaders earn trust, build influence, and secure lasting sponsorship by leading beyond their teams and becoming indispensable to their organisations.