After the momentum we experienced in Boston, EvolveDigital Montreal took things even further. This second stop in the rebranded EvolveDigital series delivered a dynamic mix of strategy, technology, and practical insights—all grounded in the shared challenge we’re all navigating: how to build smarter in the age of AI.
From governance and design to marketing and collaboration, the event tackled today’s most pressing digital questions head-on. And once again, the energy in the room confirmed it—we’re not just attending a conference, we’re participating in a movement.
The Mainstage: AI as a Strategic Imperative
Our CEO, John Doyle, returned to the keynote stage for a panel titled:
How AI is Reshaping the Tech Landscape: A Panel Discussion
“AI isn’t just a tool—it’s a shift in how users expect to interact with digital systems.”
The conversation brought together tech leaders to explore how AI is reshaping every layer of the stack—from developer workflows to user experience. The panel touched on the need for intentional innovation, balancing speed with responsibility, and ensuring organizations are building for scalable, adaptable futures.
For Digital Polygon, it was another opportunity to reinforce the importance of Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), WebOps infrastructure, and the role of AI agents in transforming digital platforms from static to responsive.
Standout Sessions from Montreal
Beyond the mainstage, a range of sessions delivered high-impact takeaways—each one reinforcing the urgency and opportunity of evolving web strategies for an AI-powered era:
OCR to AI: Unlocking Legacy Content
Shannon Lal & Maria Parra, BCA Research
What happens when you mix OCR, AI, and 75 years of macro insights? This session showcased how BCA Research used AWS Textract, OpenAI, and MongoDB hybrid search to transform decades of scanned reports into an intelligent chatbot. Shannon’s clear comparison of tools and results, complete with scoring of different models and techniques, made this a standout example of innovation in action.
From Chatbots to Content Magic: The AI-Driven Future of Drupal
Martin Anderson-Clutz, Acquia
Martin delivered an exceptional overview of the fast-evolving Drupal AI module ecosystem, showcasing real-world applications that content teams and developers can implement today. From experimental modules to standardized integrations, this session provided a clear look into how Drupal is becoming a powerful platform for AI-enhanced experiences.
The Dramatic and Poetical Tale of the Website Hierarchy of Needs
Steve Persch, Pantheon
What happens when the web team drifts apart? Steve showcased us the issues of misaligned teams and disconnected goals—presented with poetic flair and practical guidance. He grounded common WebOps challenges in narrative, helping teams recognize dysfunction early and rally around shared objectives.
A Community That’s Evolving Together
Two events in, it’s clear: EvolveDigital is more than a conference series—it’s a proving ground for where Drupal and digital experience strategy is headed next. These conversations aren’t theoretical. They’re grounded in the reality of what teams are facing right now: tighter budgets, faster expectations, and the imperative to do more with less.
For us, it’s also a reminder that the future of the web isn’t about choosing between marketing and IT—it’s about unifying them under a WebOps mindset that enables smarter experimentation, better measurement, and more agile delivery.
Couldn’t make it?
We’ll be sharing more session highlights, quotes, and takeaways in the coming weeks. If you're curious how AI and WebOps are transforming what’s possible in digital—from chatbots and personalization to governance and site performance—let’s connect.
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