Artificial Intelligence is no longer just an add-on for analytics—it is changing how entire data teams work and collaborate. AI will continue to reshape daily tasks, decision-making, and team structures in the next five years. This talk looks at the cultural shifts already happening:  moving from manual, pipeline-focused processes to AI-driven workflows; blending the responsibilities of data engineers, analysts, and scientists; and focusing more on transparency, trust, and responsible AI use.

We’ll also discuss how job requirements for data engineers, analysts, and other data team members have shifted in the past three years, with growing expectations around AI skills, real-time data systems, and cross-team communication.
This talk will share practical steps to:

• Build trust in AI-powered decisions across teams and departments.
• Get ready for new blended roles and skills that combine engineering, analytics, and AI.
• Balance fast innovation with compliance, sustainability, and responsible AI practices.

This forward-looking session will help everyone on a data team, from engineers to analysts to product owners, managers, and leaders, to adapt their culture and processes. Hence, AI becomes a long-term and sustainable advantage, not a disruptive challenge.