At Qlik Connect 2025 in Orlando, Qlik CTO Sharad Kumar explained how data has evolved from simple spreadsheets to AI-powered decision-making tools. He noted that while data has always helped with decisions, the techniques and literacy around using data have drastically improved.
Today, AI — especially generative and agent-based AI — is changing how businesses interact with data. Instead of just searching and analyzing data manually, companies can now get context-aware answers, helping them move from data searching to decision-making. However, Kumar emphasized that mastering the basics of data management is still essential, even in an AI-driven world.
