The Modern CIO: Bridging Technology and Business for Digital Success

IDC CIO Summit

Balancing Innovation and Pragmatism in Modern IT Strategy

Overview

The CIO Summit is a comprehensive event designed to explore the evolving role of CIOs in driving innovation, leadership, and strategic growth in the digital age. The role of the CIO has evolved, with many now seeing themselves as change agents and leaders in business transformation rather than just technical experts.

As organizations rely more on technology for business innovation, CIOs are expected to be both strategic thinkers and risk-takers, balancing technological advancements with practical applications. In this evolving landscape, IT leaders are now required to ontinuously assess their skills and adapt to new demands, ensuring they remain at the forefront of business and technology innovations. Join this summit to explore strategies from leading experts and apply these lessons to your own digital journey.

CIOs are increasingly recognized as pivotal drivers of business transformation, moving beyond traditional IT management. Today’s CIOs are expected to spearhead digital innovation, work closely with executive peers, and swiftly adapt to rapid technological changes. This evolution highlights the growing role of technology in all areas of business, where CIOs leverage their deep understanding to steer transformation effectively. They are now tasked with not just overseeing technology but actively shaping it to align with business objectives. As technology advances, join this CIO Summit to determine how to become more cental in strategic decision-making, hearing from these industry experts and apply the lessons to your own digital journey.

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Attendee Impressions

Industry leaders and global influencers shared their experiences on overcoming challenges and seizing new opportunities. Their insights provided practical perspectives and valuable lessons that continue to inspire and guide our community.

Excellent event with interesting content and, above all, abundant opportunities for networking and peers. It is hugely valuable to understand both shared and distinct challenges across borders and sectors.

VIP attendee, CISO Xchange 2024

A well-organised event, featuring relevant content and a balanced mix of strategic and operational insights. My thanks to the organisers for the opportunity to engage and exchange ideas. I return to the office with new ideas, valuable insights, and the confirmation that collaboration among professionals is key to tackling the challenges of an increasingly complex digital world.

CIO & CISO, Security Summit Italy 2024

The event was a remarkable convergence of industry leaders and innovators. The sessions were highly informative, and the networking opportunities were invaluable. Attending was a transformative experience, offering deep insights and fostering strategic connections that will shape our future initiatives.

IT Director, CIO Xchange 2024

The Summit highlighted the importance of human skills such as storytelling, change management, persuasion, critical thinking, continuous learning, persistence and tech enthusiasm. All of these as a key to achieving a digitally savvy business. Moreover, I had the opportunity to network with industry leaders, exchange insights, and forge valuable relationships, enhancing their digital journey with actionable learning from the event. Great organisation and workshop sessions.

Head of IT, CIO Summit Poland 2024

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Venue

Grand Hyatt Dubai

Oud Metha Road, Dubai Healthcare City Riyadh Street – Near Sheikh Rashid Rd – Dubai

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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.

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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?

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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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