IDC Executive Dinner in Dallas, in partnership with FPT
Scaling Agentic AI: From Experimentation to Enterprise Value Through Modernization and Trust
May 19, 2026 6:00 pm CDT
Agentic AI is set to transform business models, but fewer than 15% of organizations have scaled beyond pilots due to legacy infrastructure and governance challenges. IDC finds that modernization and robust data governance are essential for unlocking measurable AI value. Sustainable adoption depends on aligning technology, trust, and outcome-driven measurement to realize enterprise-wide impact.
A peer-to-peer dinner roundtable
FPT Software and IDC will explore how agentic AI, modernization, and robust data governance are converging to drive enterprise innovation. Join a strategic dialogue with industry leaders and peers to benchmark your AI journey, share challenges, and identify practical next steps for maximizing ROI and competitive advantage:
• Scaling agentic AI from experimentation to enterprise-wide impact.
• Modernization strategies that accelerate AI readiness and value.
• Measuring and communicating AI ROI to boards and stakeholders.
• Embedding data governance and trust in AI-first operating models.
What To Expect
An executive dinner led by a skilled moderator
An intimate gathering of senior IT leaders from diverse industries, grappling with similar issues
A secure, private conversation open only to a carefully vetted group (no recording, no playback)
Agenda
IDC Executive Dinner in Dallas, in partnership with FPT on May 19, 2026
One Day Event
Networking Reception
A private reception bringing together senior executives and industry analysts to connect, exchange perspectives, and set context for the evening’s discussion.
Dinner & Discussion
A moderated, off‑the‑record discussion over dinner focused on real‑world execution challenges, emerging industry priorities, and their implications for enterprise leaders.
Dinner Concludes
The evening concludes with brief closing remarks and informal follow‑up conversations, reinforcing key takeaways and ongoing peer engagement.
Speakers
Shari Lava
Group Vice-President, AI, Data, and Automation
IDC
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Shari Lava
Shari Lava is Group Vice-President, AI, Data, and Automation. Ms. Lava’s core research coverage includes the fast-evolving AI software market, as well as the Automation and Data foundations essential for deploying AI at enterprise scale. This includes deep analysis of market dynamics, adoption trends, and how these technologies converge to deliver superior business outcomes. She is based remotely in Toronto, Canada.
Previously at IDC, Shari led the integration and AI enablement research program within the AI, Data and Automation group, alongside the Small and Medium Business (SMB) program, enabling technology suppliers to better navigate the SMB ecosystem. Prior to IDC, she was Vice President, Marketing Intelligence at Greystone Managed Investments, an asset management firm, where she leveraged data analytics to drive success across the customer journey. Before that, Ms. Lava led the Vendor Advisory Services practice at Info-Tech Research Group, delivering actionable market insights to technology vendors. Earlier, she was a management consultant with Deloitte’s CRM and Information Management practices, specializing in implementing and integrating applications for clients of all sizes across diverse industries
Partner
Sponsored By
FPT Software
FPT Software, a subsidiary of FPT Corporation, is a global technology and IT services provider headquartered in Vietnam, with $1 billion in revenue (2023) and over 30,000 employees in 30 countries. The company champions complex business opportunities and challenges with its world-class services in advanced analytics, AI, digital platforms, cloud, hyperautomation, IoT, low code, and so on. It has partnered with over 1,100+ clients worldwide, 96 of which are Fortune Global 500 companies in aviation, automotive, banking, financial services and insurance, healthcare, logistics, manufacturing, utilities, and more.