Qlik AI Council Panel | Qlik Connect 2025

Qlik AI Council's Mission

• 💡 The Qlik AI Council provides guidance on ethical, inclusive, and responsible AI practices, helping Qlik and its customers properly adopt the technology.
• 🎯 Composed of members from diverse backgrounds (ethics, geopolitics, science, business), the council offers a holistic vision for AI's direction.
• 🔑 The council emphasizes establishing safeguards and boundaries to ensure the right foundations are in place for AI adoption.

Accelerating AI Innovation

• 🚀 The cycles of innovation in AI are accelerating rapidly, with new capabilities emerging weekly or monthly.
• ✅ Trust is a key component for scaling AI, requiring quality data and reliable results to avoid "garbage in, garbage out."
• 📈 Organizations must adapt to this acceleration and focus on time to value, encouraging the initial adoption of AI.

Geopolitics and AI's Evolution

• 🌍 AI's development is profoundly influenced by geopolitics, national security, and global competition, impacting supply chains and business.
• 🧠 The discussion has evolved from generative AI to agentic AI, highlighting the fast pace of technological advancement.
• 🔬 Regardless of the specific AI terminology, foundational governance and data strategies remain paramount for future capabilities.

Workforce Transformation for AI

• 🧑‍💻 AI literacy is crucial for overcoming cultural hurdles, focusing on how AI integrates into individual workflows rather than just coding.
• 🌱 Organizations must implement upskilling programs alongside technology to prepare employees and prevent resistance, as AI can elevate human capabilities.
• ⚠️ The panel notes that AI won't take jobs, but people using AI will, emphasizing the need for continuous learning and adaptation.

Building Solid Foundations for AI

• 🏗️ Strong foundations in data, governance, and ethical frameworks are essential for scaling AI effectively and responsibly.
• 🤝 No single company can do everything; an ecosystem approach and open dialogue are vital for pulling all components together.
• 🔮 The future will see AI-native companies disrupting industries, making robust frameworks even more critical for success.