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      Conference Tracks at a Glance

      This year’s conference theme is Leadership in Motion. Gartner CIO Leadership Forum 2026 empowers leaders with the insights and connections to lead, partner and grow. Explore our tracks all developed with this theme in mind.

      A: CIO as Functional Leader

      The CIO’s role starts with leadership of the IT function and organization, leading delivery across the enterprise that lays the foundation for business growth. In this track, we focus on managing the impact of AI across the IT infrastructure, evolving with the risk environment and operational resilience that allows the organization to thrive.

      B: CIO as CxO

      CIOs are now looked to for leadership beyond just traditional IT — all while driving business impact and C-suite partnership. In this track, we focus on leading the technology lens of the business, developing your influence and cultivating the skills needed to lead into the future.
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      Many of conference sessions were presented each day at Gartner CIO Leadership Forum 2025. While we work to develop 2026’s agenda, filter to see sessions that align with your role and interests.

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      Wednesday, 09 July, 2025

      09:00 AM - 09:45 AM JST

      Gartner Opening Keynote: Build an AI-Ready Enterprise Workforce to Amplify Your Business Impact
      Kristin Moyer, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
      The top barriers to AI-enabled productivity are lack of training and change resistance. In this opening keynote, CIOs will learn how to build AI literacy to boost IT performance and how to partner to build an AI-ready enterprise workforce that amplifies their business impact. ... Show More Show Less

      10:00 AM - 10:45 AM JST

      Guest Keynote: Behavioral Economics: Driving Business Success by Understanding Human Decision-making process
      Namika Sagara, Executive Officer, Ph.D. Behavioral Scientist and Consultant. Award Winning Speaker and Best Seller Author
      This lecture will explore the growing importance of behavioral economics in the business world.

      Traditional economics is based on the assumption that people are rational. However, in       reality, human decision-making and behavior often deviate from rationality. Behavioral economics incorporates insights from psychology into classical economics to uncover the mechanisms behind these seemingly irrational choices.

      In business settings, decision-making plays a crucial role in every aspect—from customer purchasing behavior to employee motivation and organizational management. We will introduce relevant theories and real-world examples to illustrate these concepts. For instance, the framing effect shows how the way information is presented can alter judgment, while choice overload explains how too many options can actually hinder decision-making.

      By understanding behavioral economics, you will gain deeper insights into customer behavior and be able to craft more effective marketing strategies, product development approaches, and business practices.

      Through this session, we aim to provide you with practical knowledge and perspectives to scientifically understand human behavior and enhance the quality of decision-making in your business.       ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:30 AM JST

      Key Strategies & Pitfalls for Manufacturing Success
      Kentaro Shikanai, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
      Manufacturing CIOs must identify opportunities and risks in new technologies. Understanding their company, vendors and customers from both business and technology perspectives is crucial. Business divisions, from R&D to sales, have diverse roles. Balancing caution and optimism for the future, while considering successors, is key. This session explores realistic strategies by examining global competitor and tech provider trends. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 12:30 PM JST

      Leadership Exchange: What Makes Simplification Initiatives Successful?
      Dave Aron, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
      Yuki Matsuda, VP, Team Manager, Gartner
      Naoki Nakada, Executive Partner, Gartner
      Nori Yamada, Executive Partner, Gartner
      Toshiki Yabuuchi, Executive Partner, Gartner
      Takenori Namai, VP, Team Manager, Gartner
      This highly conversational session will explore how to think about simplification initiatives and leading them across the enterprise. Join your peers for this unique opportunity to collaborate and share experiences, find best practices and discover new trends. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM JST

      Roundtable: How Is Your Company Using Generative AI?
      Morihiro Kushida, Sr Executive Partner, Gartner
      Eiichiro Kodama, Executive Partner, Gartner
      In Gartner’s Hype Cycle, GenAI is at its peak, with increased activity expected from Japanese companies this year. Selecting the right application, whether bundled with SaaS or using custom algorithms, and the appropriate use case, is important. Additionally, responding to new risks such as expanded attack surfaces and the use of unstructured data is necessary. In this session, members will exchange opinions on GenAI, as both a business opportunity and threat. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:45 AM JST

      Roundtable: How Japanese Companies Can Overcome IT Governance Challenges
      Yoshihito Sano, Executive Partner, Gartner
      Masayuki Toriumi, Executive Partner, Gartner
      Recently, we have received numerous inquiries regarding governance, from both global and mid-sized companies. Weak global governance is a unique challenge for Japanese companies. This roundtable offers an opportunity for participants to discuss these issues and explore potential resolutions. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 11:30 AM JST

      The C-Suite Dynamics That Power High-Growth Companies
      Jennifer Carter, Sr Principal Analyst, Gartner
      The 2025 Gartner C-Suite Dynamics survey uncovered the frameworks, processes, and habits that separate executive teams of high growth companies from the rest. This session will outline the top findings from the study and provide CIOs with actions to boost their own C-suite's potential. ... Show More Show Less

      11:00 AM - 12:30 PM JST

      Workshop: Take Your IT Operating Model to the Next Step and Beyond
      Masayuki Otomo, Executive Partner, Gartner
      Takuji Takada, Executive Partner, Gartner
      The IT operating model comprises of a number of key facets that need to evolve together in order to support your strategic direction. This workshop will enable you to assess your current enterprise's IT operating model maturity and receive a set of tactics tailored to design, implement and evolve your IT operating model components to the next level. ... Show More Show Less

      12:00 PM - 12:30 PM JST

      Navigate Conflict Dynamics for Effective Leadership
      Gabriela Vogel, VP Analyst, Gartner
      Effective conflict management is crucial for C-suite performance and minimizing costs for businesses. This session is focused on guiding the executive leadership team in handling conflict and promoting healthy interactions in the organization. ... Show More Show Less

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      “I was able to gain a lot of practical and insightful information for future initiatives, such as advanced examples of digital efforts and the use of AI. The networking reception also provided a valuable opportunity for exchanging information. As always, I am very grateful for this wonderful opportunity.”

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