All 2026 Conference Sessions

Gartner CIO & IT Executive 2026 conference dives deep into key topics for CIOs — including agentic AI, AI governance, IT, cost optimization, emerging technologies and more — to help you address your organization’s mission-critical challenges.

2026 Conference Theme

Beyond AI: The New Frontier of Leadership

Gartner CIO & IT Executive Conference 2026 explores how to transform AI into a strategic advantage, drive innovation and build organizations prepared for an increasingly dynamic future. Together, we will shape the future of leadership, business models and the role of technology as a catalyst for sustainable growth.

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Monday, 21 September, 2026

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM BRT

Government: Creating a Future Ready Digital Government
Rishi Sood, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
With quantum, GenAI, agentic AI, digital sovereignty and the next generation of digital identity, wallets and provenance all on the horizon, what do government CIOs need to future-proof both themselves and their departments? Join this conversation with your CIO peers to discuss your perspectives on the trends shaping the near future and how you're picking your head up from the day to day to prepare for the future. ... Show More Show Less

02:30 PM - 03:00 PM BRT

AI's Real Strategic Value: Boost Resilience in Times of Disruption
Pieter den Hamer, VP Analyst, Gartner
AI’s potential goes far beyond productivity gains. By applying AI to strengthen organizational resilience, CIOs can greatly amplify its strategic impact and business value. This is accomplished by using the combination of predictive, generative and agentic AI to detect disruptions earlier, react and adapt more effectively and prepare for new societal and business events. ... Show More Show Less

04:00 PM - 04:30 PM BRT

Banking: Top Business and Technology Trends in Banking for CIOs to Prioritize
Derek Frost, VP Analyst, Gartner
This session will unpack the major business and technology trends impacting the banking industry in 2026, including the evolving role of AI, shifting customer dynamics, and emerging technology implications. We'll also lay out the critical actions that CIOs must take to ensure their organizations remain competitive. ... Show More Show Less

04:00 PM - 04:30 PM BRT

Signature Series: Emerging Trends Vision 2027: Human/AI Relationships Will Reshape The World
Alvaro Mello, VP Analyst, Gartner
Every year, we pick one of the most important emerging trends and explore that deeper. For 2026, there is no doubt: human-AI relationships. AI brings agency to technology; how will that change the way we relate to AI? Should robots have rights and responsibilities? In a connected world, can you even own AI? How do we overcome fear? Within these new relationships, let’s keep it real: AI is not your friend or teammate, but a toolmate. ... Show More Show Less
Tuesday, 22 September, 2026

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM BRT

Signature Series: Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2027
Tori Paulman, VP Analyst, Gartner
Technological breakthroughs are accelerating like never before. Are you ready to keep up? Join this must-attend session where Gartner unveils the top strategic technology trends for 2027. Discover how following Gartner’s expert guidance can empower your organization to thrive in a rapidly changing digital world. We will reveal 10 game-changing technologies every CIO should know to face the future with confidence and agility. ... Show More Show Less

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM BRT

Top Strategic Trends in Software Engineering for 2026
Alex Coqueiro, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Thriving in times of intense economic and social volatility requires organizations to find new ways to empower their software engineering teams to increase productivity, efficiency and effectiveness. This session will provide Gartner’s latest and best guidance on the actionable trends that software engineering leaders and their teams should be tracking in 2026 and beyond. ... Show More Show Less

02:45 PM - 03:05 PM BRT

Hype Cycle for Smart City Technologies and Solutions
Roland Rivera, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
A smart city is an intelligent urban ecosystem that uses ICT and AI to collect data for analysis and innovation to improve city services, economic activity and the quality of life for residents. City CIOs can use this research to make cities more efficient, resilient and sustainable. ... Show More Show Less

04:30 PM - 05:00 PM BRT

4 AI Scenarios: Superpromising, Superintelligent, Superdisappointing or a Superdisaster?
Pieter den Hamer, VP Analyst, Gartner
What does the future of AI hold—breakthroughs or setbacks? Will we reach superintelligence, face another AI winter, see weaponization risks, or simply mediocre results? Join us as we explore these scenarios, helping organizations derisk investments, build resilience and look beyond incremental gains — three outcomes every organization seeks in an uncertain AI-driven world. ... Show More Show Less
Wednesday, 23 September, 2026

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM BRT

Signature Series: Top Strategic Predictions for 2027 and Beyond
Milind Govekar, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
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“An excellent conference, featuring distinguished and relevant content, as well as insights and trends that prompt us to rethink the future and our IT strategy within our organization.”

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