The Gartner Data & Analytics Summit 2025 in London is approaching quickly! 

Gartner gathers industry leaders, data and AI practitioners, and technology enthusiasts alike to discuss strategies, solutions, use cases, and more. 

The Monte Carlo team will be attending, so be sure to look for us there! Stay tuned for more info to come.

If you’ll be attending as well, it’s always a best practice to get ahead of the game and plan your experience to get the most out of the conference. We’ve gathered everything you need to know, including sessions to expect, happy hours to attend, and how to gain the most learnings and connections during the event. 

1. Summit Essentials

Date & Location
The Gartner Data & AI Summit takes place May 12-15th, 2025 in London, England. This year, the event will uncover the latest in data management, data trends, governance, and data architecture to deliver value for the future.

Who Attends

Gartner Data & Analytics Summit brings together a diverse crowd from across the EMEA region, including top-level data executives, leading data and AI/ML scientists, analysts, and engineers, technology vendors, rising innovators, and more. 

Key Themes

• Artificial Intelligence: Harness the growing power of AI effectively and responsibly for decision augmentation, process optimization, and even autonomous operations. 
• Data & Analytics Governance: Effective D&A governance requires a standardized enterprise approach to balance enterprise-wide and business-area governance.
• Data Architectures: Data architectures provide the data foundations (including DBMS, integration, and metadata) required to successfully implement data-driven business use cases and derive value from data. 
• Data & Analytics Business Value: To secure funding for the next generation of D&A capabilities, leaders prove value by establishing a clear connection between their technological and human investments and the organization’s investments. 
• Increasing Your Influence as a CDAO: CDAOs must deliver tangible business outcomes for their organizations and stakeholders by improving business processes, enabling better decisions, and supporting innovation.

2. Why Gartner’s Data & Analytics Summit 2025 Matters

In a world where real-time insights and advanced analytics can make or break an enterprise, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. The Gartner Data & Analytics Summit offers an immersive learning experience tailored to help you:

• Stay Competitive: Hear real-life success stories and learn best practices that can be directly applied to your own data strategies.
• Discover Emerging Tech: Explore cutting-edge solutions—from AI-driven analytics to cloud-based data lakes.
• Solve Real Business Problems: Whether you’re dealing with siloed data or struggling with data quality, you’ll find expert-led sessions that address your specific challenges.
• Build Valuable Connections: Network with peers, analysts, and data visionaries who can offer fresh perspectives and collaborations.

3. Top Sessions and Speakers to Watch

One of the best parts of the Gartner Data & Analytics Summit is its carefully curated agenda. Keynotes this year will center around scaling your data for AI and building trusted AI initiatives. 

Keep an eye on the official summit agenda for updates on the speaker lineup and session topics.

4. Visit Us to Learn How Data Observability to Get AI-Ready

If you’re curious to see how modern data analytics solutions can streamline your organization’s digital transformation journey, don’t forget to stop by our booth. We’ll be showcasing:

• Real-Time Analytics and AI/ML Use Cases: See how machine learning models can detect anomalies, forecast demand, and even perform real-time threat detection.
• Industry-Specific Demos: Get a first-hand look at analytics solutions tailored for industries like finance, healthcare, retail, and more.
• Architecture Deep-Dives: Chat with our expert engineers about how to optimize your data pipelines—from ingestion and storage to processing and visualization.
• Customer Success Stories: Learn how our customers turned disparate datasets into compelling insights that drove revenue growth, operational efficiency, and innovation.

We’ll also have a dedicated space for personalized demos and Q&A with our data practitioners. Whether you’re just getting started or you’re looking to advance your analytics maturity, we’re here to help.

5. Connect and Collaborate

One of the best parts about attending Gartner Data & Analytics Summit is the networking! Stay tuned for happy hours, dinners, and other exclusive events to meet like-minded data professionals. 

One-on-One Meetings

Schedule private meetings with our team at Monte Carlo to learn how data observability best fits your data needs. If you want to schedule a meeting with our team, head here. 

Online Community

Many attendees and speakers are active on social media—follow the official summit hashtag #GartnerDA to keep the conversation going before, during, and after the event.

6. Tips for a Successful Gartner Data & Analytics Summit Experience

• Plan Ahead: Review the agenda in advance to prioritize sessions that best align with your goals.
• Stay Flexible: Keep some wiggle room in your schedule to explore unexpected opportunities or hot topics that arise.
• Engage Actively: Ask questions, share experiences, and take advantage of interactive workshops.
• Take Notes: You’ll be exposed to a flood of insights and ideas—capture them so you can refer back later.
• Follow Up: Reach out to new contacts while the event is still fresh. This can lead to future collaboration or shared learnings down the line.

7. See You in London!

The Gartner Data & Analytics Summit is a must-attend event for anyone who wants to stay at the forefront of data innovation. 

If you’re attending, be sure to stop by Monte Carlo’s booth to learn more about how data observability can enable your team to build AI-ready pipelines. 

In the meantime, stay tuned for more details on our sessions and demos—see you in May!

Have questions before the event, or want to schedule a meeting? Contact us here to set something up ahead of time. We look forward to connecting!

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