AI is transforming the technology landscape, and in particular, the data management landscape, as agentic AI redefines the requirements for “AI-ready” data. With all of these changes, it can be challenging to keep track of the relevant data management technologies. We feel this report will help you to navigate these changes, so you can keep one step ahead in a rapidly developing market.
In our view, out of the 34 data management technologies included in this report, a few of the more noteworthy ones include Composite Semantic Layers, Self-Service Data Management, and Data Fabric. If you are looking to upgrade your data management infrastructure to support the requirements of agentic AI, this report will help you with:
- An in-depth understanding of groundbreaking data management technologies
- Clarity on the potential risks and pitfalls of these technologies
- The knowledge to plan strategically for future data management investments

To learn how the Denodo Platform can help with your data infrastructure as it relates to generative AI for data management, data products, data fabric, and more, please download the report.
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Gartner, Hype Cycle for Data Management, 2026, Aaron Rosenbaum, 21 July 2026.
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