Agenda
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IDC CIO Excellence Awards & Symposium – Kuwait
One day event
Registration & Tea/Coffee
Welcome Note

Jyoti Lalchandani
Head of WW Events & MD – META, Central Asia, India, IDC
IDC Keynote : Emerging Trends in IT Innovation
This session will explore the latest advancements and shifts in the field of information technology, highlighting how these innovations are reshaping industries in everyday life. The session will provide a comprehensive overview of how businesses and individuals can leverage technology to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Ranjit Rajan | IDC
Vice President, Research (META)
Ranjit Rajan
Rajan spearheads IDC’s software research, advisory, and consulting practice in the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey region. He has led several bespoke research and consulting projects for leading global ICT firms and regularly advises senior industry executives on market, product, and competitive strategies. He leads a team of regional research analysts and manages the delivery of syndicated research and trackers that analyze trends in technology areas such as enterprise applications, collaboration, security, storage, databases, and deployment tools, among others.In addition, Rajan has held engagement management and senior consultant roles in management consulting projects for government authorities and bodies in the region, developing strategies and programs for national IT sector development and ICT skills augmentation.Rajan engages closely with chief information officers (CIOs) in the region through workshops, roundtable discussions, and interviews, providing guidance on enterprise IT strategies.Rajan frequently speaks at industry forums and conferences, and is often quoted in the media, providing opinion and analysis on technology trends and strategies in global and emerging markets.Prior to joining IDC, Rajan spent over ten years in the IT industry in roles spanning product management, marketing, channel and business development, and resource management at prominent global IT companies such as Epicor, 3i Infotech and NIIT Technologies.Rajan has a management degree from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Calcutta and a bachelor of technology degree from Cochin University of Science and Technology.
Event Sessions
Thursday, November 27 2025 9:35 am | Location:
IDC Keynote : Emerging Trends in IT Innovation
This session will explore the latest advancements and shifts in the field of information technology, highlighting how these innovations are reshaping industries in everyday life. The session will provide a comprehensive overview of how businesses and individuals can leverage technology to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Navigating Complexity: Simplifying the Tech Buying Process
This session aims to empower decision-makers with actionable insights for navigating the complexities of tech purchasing effectively.
Scaling for Success: Building Distributed Systems
Delves into strategies and best practices for designing and implementing distributed systems that can grow seamlessly with organizational needs. Focus on leveraging scalable architectures to enhance performance, resilience, and flexibility in modern computing environments, ensuring sustainable growth and operational excellence.
Generative AI: Shaping the Future of Innovation
Generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping application development the way we know it. It empowers developers to create apps using natural language inputs, accelerating innovation and improving efficiency. This paradigm shift allows for more personalized, adaptive, and intelligent applications, transforming the future of app developments.
Zero Trust Security: Transforming Cybersecurity in the Modern Enterprise
How Zero Trust principles redefine security strategies by eliminating implicit trust assumptions and enforcing strict access controls. This session highlights the benefits of adopting Zero Trust frameworks to mitigate cyber risks, enhance data protection, and safeguard organizational assets in today’s interconnected and evolving threat landscape.
Tea/ Coffee & Networking Break
CIO Tech Talk – Leveraging AI Platforms for Digital Business Success
In this fireside chat, industry experts will delve into the critical role that AI platforms play in driving business transformation in today’s fast-paced digital landscape. Attendees will gain insights into how an AI platform-led approach can streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and foster innovation across various sectors. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion that will provide valuable knowledge and practical strategies for leveraging AI platforms to drive business success in the era of digital transformation.
Skill Set Evolution: Adapting IT Teams for New-Age Technology Models
Explore the transformation of IT teams amidst the shift towards modern technology paradigms. This session addresses the evolving skill sets required to succeed in areas like cloud computing, AI, and cybersecurity. It emphasizes strategies for upskilling, reskilling, and fostering a culture of continuous learning to empower IT professionals in meeting the demands of today’s dynamic digital landscape effectively.
Q&A (Ask Questions & Stand a Chance to Win a Raffle)
Accelerating Digital Infrastructure Roadmaps: Key Considerations for IT Leaders
This session offers strategic insights into optimizing digital infrastructure planning and implementation. It also focuses on essential considerations for IT leaders, including scalability, security, and alignment with organizational goals.
Q&A (Ask Questions & Stand a Chance to Win a Raffle)
Ethical Considerations in AI Integration: Balancing Innovation with Responsibility
Q&A (Ask Questions & Stand a Chance to Win a Raffle)
Zero Trust Architecture: Building a Fortress for the Modern Enterprise
Explore the principles and benefits of Zero Trust, including continuous verification, least privilege access, and micro-segmentation. Discuss practical implementation strategies and challenges.
AI-Powered Zero Trust: Enhancing Security with Artificial Intelligence
Learn how AI and machine learning can augment Zero Trust security by automating threat detection, anomaly detection, and incident response.
Securing the Hybrid Workforce: A Zero Trust Approach
Address the unique security challenges of remote and hybrid work environments. Discuss how to extend Zero Trust principles to protect remote users and devices.
AI-Driven Threat Hunting: Staying Ahead of Cyberattacks
Learn how AI can be used to proactively identify and respond to cyber threats, including advanced persistent threats and zero-day vulnerabilities.
The Future of Work: How Generative AI Will Transform the Workplace
Examine how generative AI can automate tasks, enhance creativity, and improve decision-making, leading to a more efficient and innovative workforce.
Awards Ceremony & Lunch
Entertainment Act/ Celebrity Speaker
CIO Excellence Awards- IDC Awards Overview
CIO Excellence Awards – Title Sponsor Speech
CIO Excellence Awards – Winner Announcement
Special Awards 1
Special Awards 2
Special Awards 3
Special Awards 4
Lunch, Networking & Close
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