CoStrategix Inc

As organizations move beyond the initial hype of generative AI, the focus is shifting from simple conversation to reliable ex*****on. While enterprises have spent decades mastering data integration and governance, Mark Johnson argues that AI agents require a missing ingredient: Context. Catch his presentation from the ElevateIT Houston Technology Symposium.

Your AI is Only as Smart as Your Data’s Context Discover why "context" is the missing ingredient for enterprise AI agents and how to build a Trustworthy Contextual Intelligence Layer.

The Reality of AI in Data & Analytics presentation from our Head of Data & AI, Jeremy Henry, offers a densely-packed, big-picture view of where AI is upending the Data & Analytics journey. Watch on demand to learn tips and trends about:
* Blending AI into Data
* The Rise of AI Agents
* Data for Agents
* Content for Data
* Data & AI Governance
* Organizational Impacts

The Reality of AI in Data and Analytics Discover how to navigate AI disruption, leverage data agents, and master governance to advance your organization’s data journey.

The weather cooperated with our May Wellness Month plans. Our Pick-up Pickleball games were the perfect way to release energy and build camaraderie outside the office.

In honor of Wellness Month, we paused for a fresh, nutrient-packed salad bar catered by Green District. The lunch was less about the routine and more about taking a collective breath, checking in with one another, and fueling ourselves for the days ahead. Thank you to our incredible team for your dedication, your resilience, and the support you show each other every single day.

We had an incredible time connecting with the region’s top tech leaders at the Greater Cincinnati IT Symposium! As a proud sponsor, CoStrategix is energized by the collective drive in our local ecosystem to push the boundaries of what's possible in the "Era of Ex*****on."

This year’s theme, “Operationalizing AI: Moving From Pilots to Value,” hits right at the heart of what we do every day. The conversation has officially shifted from simply using AI to strategically integrating it into the very core of our business models.

Key takeaways included:
* It’s no longer about throwing tools at isolated problems. Tech leaders must work alongside business partners to re-engineer core processes, turning autonomous workflows into a fundamental driver of value.
* Companies are shifting away from technical and organizational silos to harmonize AI agents, legacy systems, data architecture, and human talent.
* As systems become more autonomous, the IT leader’s role as an orchestrator, ethical guardian, and upskiller of talent is more crucial than ever.

The insights shared by local companies like Kroger, P&G, and UC Health prove that Greater Cincinnati is uniquely positioned to lead this wave of innovation.

Thank you to the Cincinnati Chamber's CIO Roundtable for putting together another world-class event that fosters deep peer-to-peer connection and drives our local IT community forward.

Did you attend this year? What was your biggest takeaway from the sessions? 👇

Think the star schema is dead? Think again. Meenakshi Mahapatra explains why dimensional modeling remains the gold standard for AI-ready data and trusted analytics - and why modern architectures depend on it.

Why Dimensional Modeling Still Matters Explore how dimensional modeling provides the structured context needed for reliable AI performance and trusted, high-speed analytics.

Which discussion topic from the upcoming Greater Cincinnati IT Symposium interests you most?
* AI at the Edge
* From Approving Records to Approving Prompts
* Making the Enterprise Legible to Machines
* Observability - Monitoring What you Can't See
* Upskilling Your Organization; Upskilling YOURSELF
* Love Gov (this is our favorite title!)

CoStrategix to Sponsor the Greater IT Symposium Join us at the 2026 Greater Cincinnati IT Symposium on May 20 for a day of networking and innovation hosted by the Cincinnati CIO Roundtable.

CoStrategix is proud to sponsor the Greater Cincinnati IT Symposium on May 20! Join us with the Cincinnati CIO Roundtable to explore the latest in IT leadership, data strategy, and regional innovation. Registration is still open!

CoStrategix to Sponsor the Greater IT Symposium Join us at the 2026 Greater Cincinnati IT Symposium on May 20 for a day of networking and innovation hosted by the Cincinnati CIO Roundtable.

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER! Join Jeremy Henry, VP of Technology at CoStrategix, on May 13 at noon EST for "The Reality of AI in Data & Analytics." Get the big picture on where AI is upending the Data & Analytics journey.

The Reality of AI in Data and Analytics Discover how to navigate AI disruption, leverage data agents, and master governance to advance your organization’s data journey.

What a fun time at the ElevateIT Houston Technology Summit!

From the high-energy networking to the deep-dive sessions, it was a privilege to connect with so many of Houston’s top technology leaders and innovators.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to share their challenges and visions for the future. If we didn't get a chance to finish our conversation, let’s keep it going in the DMs!

Check out some highlights from the day below. 👇