As organizations rush toward AI adoption, the underlying health of their data estate has become a critical business risk. Before deploying Copilot for Microsoft 365, you must address the "elephant in the room": massive, unmanaged accumulations of sensitive data-at-rest.

This session bridges the gap between high-level governance and technical execution. We will explore how to use Microsoft Purview and Defender for Cloud Apps not just as tools, but as a strategic framework for risk reduction. You will walk away with a roadmap for identifying data hotspots, understanding the cost-impact of governance, and ensuring your organization’s AI journey is built on a secure foundation.

Key Takeaways:
- The business case for data discovery in the age of AI.
- Building a repeatable governance lifecycle for SharePoint and Dataverse.
- Cost considerations and ROI of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM).