Why Attend
Global influencers shared powerful stories of how they confronted challenges – and created opportunities from them
Why Attend
As CIOs take on broader strategic responsibilities, this event delivers the insights and tools needed to lead confidently in a tech-driven world. Here’s what you’ll gain:
- Strategic Leadership Insights: Explore how the shift from IT as a cost center to CIOs as strategic leaders reporting directly to the CEO is transforming organizational strategy and decision-making. Gain valuable perspectives on how this change impacts your role and your organization’s overall direction.
- Balancing Act: Discover effective strategies for balancing technical expertise with business acumen. Learn how CIOs can leverage their technical backgrounds to drive digital transformation while aligning with broader business goals.
- Pragmatic IT Strategies: Understand when to opt for standard software solutions versus developing custom in-house systems. Our discussions will help you navigate the complexities of IT strategy with a focus on practicality and innovation.
- Resource Optimization: Learn how to optimize IT budgeting and manage resources to reinvest potential savings into new digital initiatives without compromising existing services. Get practical tips on making your budget work harder for your organization.
- Leveraging Emerging Technologies: Dive into the ways CIOs can harness emerging technologies like AI and machine learning to drive innovation and position their organizations as leaders in their fields.
- AI and GenAI from hype to impact: Learn how to move beyond proof-of-concepts and drive real business value from Artificial Intelligence.
- Expert Strategies and Real-World Applications: Hear from industry leaders about the latest trends, strategies, and best practices. Apply these insights to enhance your role as a strategic leader and drive your organization’s digital transformation journey.
Key Topics
Global influencers shared powerful stories of how they confronted challenges – and learned from them
CIO as a Strategic Leader
How has the shift from IT being a cost center reporting to the CFO, to CIOs reporting directly to the CFO, to CIOs reporting to the CEO and being part of the executive team, impacted organizational strategy and decision-making?
Balancing Technical Expertise and Business Acumen
In what ways can CIOs effectively balance their technical background with business knowledge to drive digital transformation?
Pragmatism and Boldness in IT Strategy
How do organizations decide when to adopt standard software solutions versus developing in-house systems?
Resource Management and IT Budgeting
How can potential IT savings be reinvested to support new digital initiatives without compromising existing services?
Emerging Technologies and Innovation
How can CIOs leverage emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning to position their organizations as innovators?
Knowledge Hub
The Dynamic Role of the EMEA CIO: Steering the Digital Ship
In the digital business and AI-everywhere era, technology is now a strategic enabler that permeates every aspect of business operations. According to IDC’s Worldwide CEO Survey (February 2024, n = 67), 48% of CEOs in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) now report regularly to the board on the status of digital initiatives, highlighting the strategic nature of digital technologies among businesses.
5 Lessons to Shape Your AI Digital Future: Learning from the Past
A little over a year ago, a new phase of the digital business era began with OpenAI’s launch of ChatGPT. The generative AI (GenAI) boom is expected to roundly influence what comes next: AI Everywhere. AI is expected to become a driving force of our digital future, impacting individual lives, consumers, citizens, workers, businesses, and society.
Henry Ford said, “The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing.” What should we learn from the past to determine the way forward?
The Critical Role of Governments in EU Cyber-Resilience
In today’s digital landscape, where AI can churn out content in seconds, marketers face a unique challenge: How can we create narratives that stand out? Let’s explore strategies for crafting compelling and differentiated stories in the era of generative AI (GenAI).
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