What's inside the report?

Data governance is no longer just about compliance; it's a critical enabler for AI adoption and business agility. In this comprehensive report for 2026, we explore how leading organizations are rethinking their approach to metadata, quality, and access.

Key Findings

  • 78% of data teams struggle with maintaining an accurate catalog as their data landscape grows.
  • Organizations implementing automated data contracts see a 60% reduction in downstream breaking changes.
  • The EU AI Act is driving a massive shift towards unifying AI governance with traditional data governance.
  • Only 15% of companies feel "very confident" in the quality of the data feeding their generative AI models.

Whether you're just starting your governance journey or looking to modernize a legacy practice, this report provides the benchmarks and actionable insights you need.