With an ever-growing digital carbon footprint, addressing “dark data”—unused data that consumes resources without adding value—is crucial for sustainability. Enterprise Architecture (EA) offers a powerful approach to managing dark data sustainably, helping organisations minimise waste and reduce environmental impact. 

Join us to explore how EA practices can redefine data management, strengthen data governance, and promote energy-efficient operations. This session will highlight actionable strategies for leveraging EA to drive sustainable practices and digital decarbonisation within your organisation, building a greener, more responsible digital ecosystem.

Prof. Hanlie Smuts holds a distinguished career in ICT with a strong focus on digital transformation, sustainable data management, and enterprise architecture. She currently serves as an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Informatics at the University of Pretoria, where she is also the Chair of the School of Information Technology. In her role, Prof. Smuts actively researches and teaches topics on digital ecosystems, disruptive technologies, big data management, and knowledge management. She has published extensively, and her expertise makes her a sought-after speaker.