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Credentialed, live access to enterprise systems for ChatGPT, Claude, Databricks Genie, and MCP agents — through one governed endpoint, with context and access policies intact.

CData's inclusion in the 2025 report underscores the growing recognition of our innovative solutions and our ability to address the evolving demands of modern data integration.

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Sign up for our limited series covering useful prompts, tips, and the latest in CData Connect AI — making Claude your undisputed work bestie.

CData Connect AI is now available in the ChatGPT Directory. Bring your enterprise data directly into your chats.

Anaqua built a control plane giving its AI tools governed, context-enriched, per-user access to data across its business systems.

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Author: Craig Sanchez

What a Bad Trail Recommendation Taught Me About AI and Data