The Next Horizon: What Cynozure’s 2026 data & AI report reveals

With Pete Williams, former Director of Data at Penguin Random House UK

Episode: 251

What’s in this podcast?

In this episode of Hub & Spoken, Jason Foster, CEO & Founder of Cynozure, is joined by returning guest Pete Williams, former Director of Data at Penguin Random House UK, to discuss the findings of Cynozure’s 2026 report, The Next Horizon: Data, AI and Impact.

Drawing on insights from 60 senior data and analytics leaders, they explore a persistent challenge. While expectations of data teams have shifted towards impact, investment often remains focused on platforms and foundations. Jason and Pete reflect on why demonstrating value is still difficult, what the report reveals about priorities, decision-making and data leadership, and the gap between having data and using it effectively.

Read the full report now to explore what Cynozure’s 2026 Data & AI research reveals about turning capability into value.

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