As digital transformation (DX) and digital business (DB) are gaining momentum, companies are focusing on strengthening their competitiveness by using generative AI. However, many companies are stagnating at the POC stage and are not making progress in moving to full operation, raising the risk of delayed ROI. In addition, technical debt, such as data essential for AI utilization not being utilized effectively due to technical constraints or difficulty in integrating legacy systems with the latest solutions, can lead to reduced operational efficiency and reduce the effectiveness of DB strategies and investments. In addition, the use of generative AI is causing new security and data risks. The rapidly changing technology environment is exacerbating the shortage of digital skills and the challenges of human resource development.
The theme of this year’s CIO Summit will be “Riding the Wave of Innovation in 2025: Business Strategies and the Role of CIOs in the Age of AI,” and participants will discuss with CIOs and IT leaders strategies that CIOs should undertake, such as eliminating technical debt that hinders companies from promoting AI-driven business models, responsible AI implementation and security risk response, development of human resources with digital skills, and improving digital skills in non-technical organizations.