AI is rapidly reshaping how finance operates, from real‑time forecasting and automated variance analysis to closing the books and scenario planning that keeps pace with the business.  The opportunity for finance leaders is to move beyond experiments and turn AI into a trusted, everyday partner. But to realize AI’s full potential, finance leaders must prioritize the quality, connectivity, and governance of their data. In this session, discover why better data is the foundation of trusted, impactful AI. Explore how to unify and modernize financial data sources, employ intelligent data integration techniques, and ensure data is accurate, secure, and ready for AI-driven processes. Learn how combining connected, high-quality data with embedded intelligence and an up-skilled finance team helps deliver reliable forecasting, anomaly detection, zero-day close, and actionable scenario planning that leaders can act on with speed and confidence.