Gain an unbiased, strategic digital public sector perspective

The public sector faces significant challenges as a confluence of forces are rapidly reshaping the way government operates and delivers services.

For government IT leaders, the key to a successful future lies in the ability to adapt and innovate, even as budgets and staff numbers become more constrained. It's crucial for these leaders to prioritize not just system upgrades, but a thorough modernization and transformation strategy that emphasizes efficiency. Government organizations must learn to look past the buzz surrounding AI and identify initiatives that will deliver immediate benefits.

Program highlights:

Explore the transformative power of technology in the public sector. Discover innovative strategies that enhance efficiency, governance, transparency, and citizen engagement. Connect with industry experts and peers to gain actionable insights for navigating digital transformation in public administration.

Connect with public sector technology experts and peers

Industry Networking
Highlights
Meet a Gartner Expert
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Industry Networking

Join industry interactive sessions

Interactive sessions allow you to engage with a small group of your industry peers - facilitated by Gartner - on specific topics and issues*

Networking activities

From breakfasts and lunches to breaks and evening receptions, Gartner provides plenty of opportunities to organically meet peers and make connections.

Find your industry peers

Download the Conference Navigator mobile app and opt-in to Attendee Networking. Search for peers by role, org size, industry sector and region.

*Pre-registration is required. These sessions are available to end users only; space is limited.

Highlights

Up to two one-on-one meetings with a Gartner expert to directly address your key initiatives and challenges, tailored to the expert answers you need
Roundtable sessions to connect with peers from leading organizations to discuss relevant topics, inspired by the latest research and hosted by a Gartner expert
Peer networking events designed to provide natural conversations away from a screen
Access to our IT Xpo including the leading technology solution providers innovating essential business capabilities

Meet with a Gartner Expert

Take the opportunity to meet with a Gartner expert who specializes in the public sector while attending Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™. Each conference ticket includes two one-on-one meetings with a Gartner expert to explore any topic of your choosing.

Program Sessions

Hear directly from Gartner experts specializing in the public sector and connect with peers in your industry through key sessions, including:

Government: Citizen Experience Trends and Predictions to Shape Service Delivery
Scaling Government Efficiency With AI and Emerging Technologies
Government CIOs: 3 Critical Leadership Strategies for Success
Ask the Expert: Critical Steps for Successful Government Shared Services

Explore the full agenda

Top-trending sessions include:

Gartner Opening Keynote: Playing the Game of Value in an AI Era
Signature Series: Gartner's Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2026
Guest Keynote: Navigating the Multi-Generational Workplace
Seven Disruptions You Might Not See Coming: 2025-2030
Agentic AI Will Mean the End of UX as We Know It
The AI Future of Leadership and Management

"Great few days to reset to a fresh mindset, challenge the routine approach and to build new relationships while also strengthening existing ones. Well worth the investment!"