22 September 2026

Data Matters 2026

Find out how AI and Data are shaping the future of UK housing

About the event

Data matters. Data continues to be the foundation for every housing provider’s successful operations, spanning technology, properties, tenants, staff and finance.

Now in its fifth consecutive year, Housing Technology’s one-day Data Matters 2026 event will feature a fresh selection of topics covering all aspects of data management and AI in UK social housing as well as fantastic opportunities for informal networking with your peers.

If you want to understand how data and AI are transforming housing organisations, join us on 22 September 2026 at the IET Birmingham: Austin Court. Have a question? See our FAQs.

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Event themes

Data Matters 2026 will explore a variety of critical themes addressing the most pressing challenges faced by housing providers.

Fostering a data-led organisational culture

The importance of having AI-ready data

Governance frameworks for data quality, ownership & accountability

Mind the integration gap – web services, middleware & APIs

Knowing your data risks & how to mitigate them

Golden threads & single versions of the truth

Are data standards right for you?

Becoming regulation-ready –accurate data, tenant safety & transparent reporting

Testimonials

"The sessions provided great insight and innovative strategies in tackling many challenges we face in the sector."
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"Data Matters 2025 was a great opportunity to network with other housing professionals to share information and takeaway learning to support further progression in my own organisation."
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"A great conference as an opportunity for information and experience sharing as well as networking. Would recommend to anyone in the sector looking to expand their network"
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"Data Matters is THE event for all housing professionals who recognise the importance of data for driving business insight, compliance and excellence in tenant services."
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"Data Matters - not just for data people, but for everyone interested in social housing tenants and consumers!"
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"Great event as always from Housing Technology. Good quality speakers with real world experience. It is always useful to hear from others in the sector and to learn from their journey. See you next year."
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Why You Should Attend

Data Matters delivers essential insights into the most significant challenges facing housing organisations as they look to transform their processes through smarter data management and AI. Hear from peers and leading suppliers on the best strategies to adopt and the common pitfalls to avoid. Watch the video below to hear from past attendees on why Data Matters 2026 is an event you won't want to miss.

Venue

After four years in London, Data Matters 2026 is moving to Birmingham! The IET Birmingham: Austin Court is a Grade II listed canalside building in the heart of the city, with real character and charm. You'll be able to conveniently move between the fantastic theatre and exhibition hall. As always, we'll be providing a complimentary lunch buffet and refreshments throughout.

Getting there is easy, it's a 15–20 minute walk from Birmingham New Street, or around five minutes by tram from Grand Central.

Register Now

Join us in September 2026 for Data Matters 2026, an essential event for social housing providers aiming to transform their organisations using data and AI.

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