# Strong data foundations for agentic AI success webcast

_Watch CIO.com's webcast on building trusted, unified data foundations for agentic AI success. Discover how data readiness drives real AI outcomes._

*This webcast originally appeared on CIO.com, republished here with permission. Watch the original feature on [CIO.com](https://www.cio.com/article/4079025/strong-data-foundations-critical-for-agentic-ai-success.html)*

Agentic AI is reshaping how organisations think about automation, strategy, and customer experience. Unlike traditional AI that reacts to prompts, agentic systems can plan, execute, and adapt – acting almost like a digital employee.

But while ambition is high, success depends on one thing: data readiness.

In this webcast, Fusion5’s **Craig Gerken, Practice Manager for Data & Analytics**, joins the **CIO/Foundry team** to unpack what it takes to build the foundations for AI that actually delivers.

[Video](https://youtu.be/-2AS-WAg0vU)

## What you’ll learn

- **Why data quality still derails most AI projects**

Even the smartest models fail without reliable, unified data. Craig explores why disconnected systems and poor governance block AI success – and what leaders can do about it.

- **The three layers of readiness for AI**

Discover Fusion5’s framework for agentic AI adoption – unifying data, governing it confidently, and shaping it for meaningful insights.

- **Real-world examples from ANZ organisations**

See how companies like CA ANZ built a governed data foundation and achieved daily Copilot adoption rates that beat global benchmarks.

The gap between AI ambition and AI achievement comes down to data foundations. Fusion5’s Data & Analytics specialists can help you align your strategy, systems, and governance to make AI work in practice.

AI success doesn’t start with algorithms – it starts with data you can trust. Discover how to build the right foundations for AI that delivers measurable business outcomes.