The Data Architecture Debate: Centralized, Mesh, or Curated?
Panel discussionData
2026-09-24 | 12:20 PM - 12:50 PM | Manhattan Bridge Room
Information
- Evaluating the strengths and weaknesses of centralized, data mesh, and curated/hybrid architectural models
- How each approach impacts governance, quality, ownership, and operational efficiency
- The role of AI and automation in shaping next-generation data architectures
- Real-world considerations: legacy constraints, organizational maturity, and regulatory obligations
- Guidance for choosing the right architecture for scale, flexibility, and long-term resilience
Speakers
Max Bowie
WatersTechnology
Editor-at-Large
John Eliseo
Independent Contributor
Principal Data Architect