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#  It's Not About the Models 

Foundational models matter least in long-term enterprise stability. Prioritize robust architecture and unified data to build trustworthy AI and stop errors from cascading at machine speed.

- **Speakers:** [Bob Wambach](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@bob-wambach)
- **Event:** World Congress 2026 North America
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Duration:** 25:39
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100451-it-s-not-about-the-models
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