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Sunanda
Parthasarathy
Senior Director, Data Science
DICK's Sporting Goods
Sunanda is Senior Director of Data Science at DICK'S Sporting Goods, where she leads teams developing data science and AI solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive business decision-making at scale. With extensive experience in machine learning, advanced analytics, and enterprise AI, she specializes in translating complex data into practical business outcomes. Her work spans predictive modeling, personalization, and the deployment of AI-powered products, with a focus on building high-performing teams and delivering data-driven innovation across the retail industry.
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29 October 2026 12:30 - 13:00
Panel | Why do agent systems break in production? The gap between design and reality
While many organizations have proven what's possible with agentic AI, far fewer have solved the realities of deploying autonomous systems that can be trusted at scale. This panel brings together engineering leaders who have moved beyond prototypes to discuss the technical and operational challenges that emerge in production. From orchestration failures and unreliable tool use to observability, evaluation, governance, and cost control, we'll explore why agent systems break in the real world and the engineering practices that keep them running.