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Luke Ellery
VP Analyst
Gartner
Speaker Topics
- Agentic Analytics and AI
- Value and Metrics
- Overall Data and Analytics Strategy
- Cost Optimization
- Governance for AI
Speaker Bio
Luke Ellery is a VP Analyst in Gartner's Procurement, Asset and Vendor Management team, helping clients with IT procurement strategy, transformation, operations and IT vendor risk management. Mr. Ellery is focused on research that addresses IT procurement organizational design and strategy, IT risk management including AI and Gen AI cost and risk optimization, vendor management and contract negotiation.
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Sessions
Tuesday, 16 June, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM AEST
Contract Negotiation Clinic: 4 Powerful Steps to Combat Vendor Price Hikes When Negotiating Software and SaaS Deals
Luke Ellery,
VP Analyst, Gartner
Economic uncertainty and inflation complicate tech purchase decisions for Data and Analytics Leaders. This clinic presents a four-step playbook for greater cost savings and avoidance in vendor negotiations. Participants will gain negotiation tips, templates and checklists to help their teams apply these steps in their organizations.
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Tuesday, 16 June, 2026 03:45 PM - 04:15 PM AEST
A Practical Guide to Measure the Cost, Risk and Value of GenAI
Luke Ellery,
VP Analyst, Gartner
AI spending has reached "material levels" your CFO must report, yet only few leaders can confidently answer their questions. This session provides an updated, practical guide to mastering GenAI financials. Leave with a clear understanding of cost-scaling factors, hidden financial risks, and a proven method for changing your funding decisions to maximize and report on measurable business value.
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Wednesday, 17 June, 2026 01:45 PM - 02:45 PM AEST
Contract Negotiation Clinic: Address GenAI Risk in Your SaaS & Cloud Contracts
Luke Ellery,
VP Analyst, Gartner
GenAI presents new threats and risks that are seldom addressed in cloud and SaaS contracts. This session covers the evolving trends that represent a significant change in the approach for contracting with GenAI-enabled vendors. Learn the clauses you need to negotiate to protect your organization’s data, intellectual property and integrity.
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