The Strategy Playbook on AI & Data with Kayvaun Rowshankish of McKinsey
April 7, 2025
When it comes to the use of AI and data, one question must be asked - do you want to do it well or do it big? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO at Informatica, sits down with Kayvaun Rowshankish, Senior Partner at McKinsey to explore the intricacies of getting data management right, on a large-scale. Together, they unpack the phenomena of Agentic AI, data management essentials, and strategic imperatives for successful AI implementation. From demystifying AI agents and their business applications, to addressing data readiness challenges, this conversation highlights the importance of a crystal clear vision, leadership buy-in, and an alignment between business goals and AI and Data use. Tune in to discover how you can drive business engagement for AI success and build a future-proof data ecosystem that drives real value.
When it comes to the use of AI and data, one question must be asked - do you want to do it well or do it big? On this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, Nick Dobbins, Worldwide VP and Field CTO, Informatica sits down with Kayvaun Rowshankish, Senior Partner at McKinsey to explore the intricacies of getting data management right, on a large-scale.
What You’ll Learn
- Using AI agents to orchestrate multiple complex tasks across different domains
- Why traditional data management principles remain crucial even as AI capabilities advance
- What essential investments are needed to build a robust data foundation for AI implementations
- How to maximize AI adoption through data literacy and business engagement
- The emerging career opportunities in data engineering, prompt engineering, and ML Ops
- Why partnering with business stakeholders is crucial for successful AI implementations
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Episode Highlights:
00:00 - Intro
01:54 - Keeping Up with Kayvaun: His Journey to Data Management
03:45 - The Progress Story: Leadership Buy-In & AI Adoption
05:55 - Agentic AI: How’s It Changing the Landscape?
08:55 - Are We Data Ready for Agentic AI?
13:57 - What Do Organizations Need to Invest In?
16:25 - The Criticality of Data Literacy & Data Management Strategies
19:36 - What Skills Do People Need to Secure Their Place at Work?
21:55 - The Nitty Gritties of Responsible Use of AI
24:24 - Kayvaun’s Advice: Bring Your Business Along With You
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