The CIO has changed dramatically in recent years. No longer simply the "keeper of the keys," you are now expected to be strategic partners to the CEO and other senior leaders. They are responsible for leading the organization's digital transformation and ensuring that IT is aligned with the business goals.

This session will discuss the key challenges and opportunities facing CIOs today. We will explore how you can:

• Develop a strategic vision for IT that aligns with the organization's overall business goals
• Drive innovation and transformation through the use of technology
• Build a high-performing IT organization that can deliver on the organization's strategic objectives
• Manage IT risk and security in the digital age
• Be a strategic partner to the CEO and other senior leaders

Panellists:

Anthony Moses, Global Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer, Yamaha Motor Finance Co 

Anantha Ganga, Chief Information Officer, Coherent

Mark Glenn, CIO, Washington Military Department

Klaus Hofenbitzer, CTO, JSR Corp

In this session, we delve into the pivotal role of unified data in revolutionizing the customer experience. We will explore how businesses can harness the power of consolidated data to drive customer satisfaction and loyalty to new heights. Join this session to gain actionable insights into leveraging unified data for customer experience excellence.

• Comprehensive Customer Insights and Automations: Learn how to amalgamate data from diverse touchpoints to gain a 360-degree perspective, enabling you to understand customer behaviors, preferences, and needs like never before.
• Operational Efficiency: Streamline internal processes, reducing errors, eliminating duplication, and ultimately saving time and resources.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Discover how agility in decision-making can help you adapt to changing customer expectations and market dynamics.

Neelesh Shastry, Co-Founder, CTO,  CISO,  Syncari

Join us for an informative session on Enterprise Generative AI and its potential for digital transformation. We will discuss how it differs from consumer-oriented AI and the important considerations for successful integration within enterprises. Discover how Enterprise GenAI combines the strengths of data analytics and software engineering to automate tasks and deliver innovative solutions that provide tangible business value.  

This session is a must-attend if you're interested in starting a GenAI project within your organization. Explore the fundamental truths and critical steps needed for a GenAI initiative, ensuring you're well-prepared to harness its transformative potential.

•  The specialized skill sets needed to drive GenAI's digital transformation objectives within enterprises.
• Data management and analytics prerequisites to ensure the reliability of AI-generated insights.
• Understand the crucial planning required for data quality, governance, security, scalability, and accessibility in the context of Enterprise GenAI.

As inflation continues to impact the global economy, CIOs are facing increasing pressure to maximize efficiencies and optimize their IT budgets. In this session, we will explore how you can leverage technology to counteract the budget impact of inflation and deliver maximum value,

• Accelerating IT initiatives to help cope with rising costs while boosting productivity
• Monitoring and analyzing data to identify trends and areas for improvement
• Balancing innovation investment and streamlining expenditure

Khalid Turk, Chief Healthcare Info Tech Officer, County of Santa Clara

In today's fast-paced business landscape, adaptation is key. In our complex financial institution, we're achieving transformative agility by focusing on:

• Centralized Resource Allocation: Efficiently utilize resources, promote knowledge sharing, and reduce redundancy.
• Governance Integration: Systematically embed corporate guidelines into the development process.
• Modernizing Legacy Systems: Upgrade and optimize with cloud solutions for scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Seamless Integration: Ensure diverse software components operate seamlessly.
• Developer Support: Provide tools and training to boost creativity and productivity.
• Gen-AI Utilization: Leverage AI for hyper-contextualized code development.
• Continuous Delivery: Automate software deployment for rapid updates.
• Leveraging StackSpot Platform, we're transforming our developer experience."

These strategies have delivered exceptional results:

Development Volume: +1057% growth, 11 times faster than 2018.

Transaction Costs: Reduced by 36%.

Transaction Growth: Increased by 64%.

Infrastructure Costs: Reduced by 40%

Frederico Batista Emídio - CIO, Software Engineering Superintendent, Investment, Itau Unibanco

As the technological landscape continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, the role of tech leaders is undergoing a profound transformation. Join us for an engaging fireside chat where we will explore the future of tech leadership and the skills required to navigate the digital era successfully.

• Essential skills and competencies needed to thrive as a tech leader in the age of digital disruption
• The importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in tech leadership and how it can drive innovation and better outcomes
• Insights into the evolving role of CIOs and IT executives as strategic business partners, driving innovation, and delivering value across organizations

Ahsan Baig, CIO, AC Transit

Even the most well-protected organizations fall victim to ransomware - what do you do when this happens? Most organizations have already invested and implemented strong layers of security but are still vulnerable to ransomware.

Cybercriminals are constantly outsmarting even the most robust security solutions; evolving methods and behaviors make it impossible for traditional security vendors to prevent them. Endpoint protection is no longer enough.

This session is essential if you wish to stay ahead of the ransomware threat. It will provide you with the following knowledge:

• What is ransomware containment and how will it change my approach to stopping attacks?
• How does a containment solution complement and enhance the investment I've already made in my security infrastructure?
• How will containment make ransomware attacks an inconvenience rather than a major security operation?

Join this boardroom discussion in partnership with Bullwall

Moderated by Eric Rothe, Sales Director, Bullwall

Enjoy a buffet lunch while networking with you peers

Cybersecurity threats continue to evolve, and organizations must recognize that humans play a critical role in defending against them. Join us for an insightful panel session that explores the human factor in cybersecurity and provides strategies for mitigating human-related risks.

• The challenges and vulnerabilities that humans introduce to the security landscape
• Practical approaches to empower employees as the first line of defense. 
• How to cultivate a security-conscious culture, educate staff on cybersecurity best practices, and implement effective training programs

Sekhar Nagasundaram, SVP Technology - Cybersecurity

Gus Agagnos, CISO, University of Southern California

CIOs are at the forefront of a transformative journey. You hold the keys to unlocking the potential of AI in shaping and executing digital strategies that can redefine the very essence of business success.

Join us in this fireside chat, as we embark on an inspiring exploration of the pivotal role CIOs play in harnessing AI to lead their organizations to new heights. This session will delve into the dynamic intersection of AI and digital strategy, offering invaluable insights and strategies that will empower you to navigate the complex terrain of today's digital business

• Strategic Integration: Discover how AI can seamlessly integrate into your organization's digital strategy, enhancing competitiveness, and fostering innovation.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Learn how AI-driven insights can elevate your decision-making processes, allowing for more informed and agile responses to evolving market conditions.
• Leadership for Transformation: Explore best practices and leadership principles that CIOs can embrace to drive successful AI-powered digital transformations within their organizations, fostering a culture of adaptability and innovation.

Ramy Houssaini, Digital Trust Executive, BNP Paribas

As technology continues to shape industries and job roles, upskilling and reskilling the workforce has become imperative for organizations to thrive in the digital age. Join this collaborative roundtable discussion to explore strategies for empowering employees through upskilling and reskilling initiatives.

•  Insights and experiences on the importance of continuous learning and development in a rapidly evolving digital landscape
• Best practices for identifying skill gaps, designing tailored upskilling programs, and leveraging digital learning platforms
• Fostering a culture of lifelong learning, encouraging self-directed learning, and supporting employees in their upskilling journeys

Rohit Jain, CIO, IRhythm

With the growing awareness of climate change and its impact on our planet, it’s vital to consider how your digital transformation efforts can contribute to a more sustainable future. This session will focus on the intersection of digital transformation and sustainability, providing insights and strategies for driving climate-conscious strategy.

• How technology can be leveraged to reduce the carbon footprint of your organization, from optimizing energy usage to enabling remote work and reducing travel
• Reducing waste and emissions and implementing circular economy principle
• Creating a collective impact  - working with suppliers, customers, and other stakeholders

Erin Boyd, Chief Digital Commercial Transformation Officer, AES

Digital transformation has become a key strategic imperative for organizations across industries. Join us for an interactive roundtable discussion where industry leaders, digital transformation experts, and CIOs come together to explore how to measure success in the context of digital transformation initiatives.

•  insights and experiences on defining and quantifying success in the realm of digital transformation. 
• Key performance indicators (KPIs), metrics, and frameworks that can effectively measure the impact and progress of digital initiatives
• Methodologies to assess the return on investment (ROI) of digital transformation projects and determine their alignment with strategic business goals.

Lutz Beck, CIO, Daimler Trucks