Agenda
CIO Summit 2026 (India)
Day 1
Arrivals and Check-In
Registration
Dinner Roundtables and Networking Cocktails (Parallel Sessions)
Dinner Roundtable
Connecting ‘Make In India’ with Global Business Ecosystem
Dinner Roundtable
AI, Ransomware, and Compliance Why Intelligent Data Infrastructure is Key to Business Resilience
Dinner Roundtable
Dinner Roundtable
Networking Cocktails
Cocktail Networking Session
Day 2
IDC Opening Keynote: The AI Moment: Strategies for CIOs in India
AI, predicted to have a $19.9 trillion impact on the global economy by 2030, is reshaping economic landscapes, creating new revenue streams, and redefining competitive advantages. This session will provide unique insights and analysis drawn from IDC’s extensive study of CIOs and key decision-makers across India. It will provide a deeper understanding of current and planned AI strategies and use case road maps, covering key topics such as AI-ready data, unified governance, fit-for-purpose and scalable infrastructure, and AI talent.
Speaker
Sharath Srinivasamurthy
Associate Vice President, Research, IDC India
Registration & Networking Kickstart Connections, Unlock Opportunities!
Plug into Fun: Opening Entertainment to Kick Off the IT Adventure!
Welcome Address: Powering Up the Event: A Warm Welcome to the Future of IT
Speaker
Jyoti Lalchandani
Head of WW Events & MD – META, Central Asia, India, IDC
Government Affiliation Address: The Future of Governance: Harnessing AI for Service Excellence and Ecosystem Innovation
Redefining Digital Business Through AI-Led Innovation
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Future of Work
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Make AI your Software Development Advantage
The pressure to innovate faster and deliver more with fewer resources has never been greater. AI is no longer a “nice to have”—it’s an essential tool for competitive advantage.
In this session, Richard discusses the future of AI-driven software development. He will also elaborate on the key trends and market insights on low-code and AI’s role in building and maintaining mission-critical applications. Stay tuned for an exciting live demo, the first full SDLC digital worker, transforming app generation, delivery, and monitoring using low-code, generative AI (GenAI), and AI-driven guidance.
Join us and learn:
• How it is possible to generate fully functional, scalable apps from natural language inputs.
• Real-world examples of how IT leaders are leveraging AI to accelerate software development and drive business outcomes.
• Actionable advice for incorporating AI into your development processes to stay ahead of the curve.
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Advisory Council Felicitation
GenAI Advantage: Building a Unified Data Story and Maximizing Cloud Value
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From Technology Leader to Orchestrator of Intelligent Systems
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Architecture of Autonomous Intelligent Agents
Women in Tech: Empowered Leaders, Accelerated Innovation!
Join us for an inspiring panel discussion, Empowered Leaders, Accelerated Innovation, where trailblazing women in tech share their journeys, insights, and strategies for leading with purpose and driving innovation. This conversation will highlight how diverse leadership shapes the future of technology, fosters collaboration, and creates a more inclusive industry. Be prepared for powerful stories, valuable advice, and a vision for the next generation of women leaders in tech.