Leverage Data and Analytics: Unlocking Finance's Competitive Advantage

Data and analytics have the power to transform finance from a transactional function into a strategic business partner. Yet, many organizations struggle to unlock the full value of their data assets.

Gartner Finance Symposium/Xpo™ 2026 conference is your destination for building a data-driven finance organization. Dive into sessions on advanced analytics, integrated data platforms and actionable intelligence, and connect with Gartner experts for tailored guidance. Leave with the knowledge and tools to harness data and analytics for faster, smarter decision making and a lasting competitive edge.

• Discover how to build and scale a data-driven finance function for better, faster decision making.
• Learn best practices for implementing advanced analytics and integrated data platforms.
• Return with actionable insights to transform your finance team into a strategic business partner.

• Redefining the CFO: Three Strategic Roles for Maximizing ROI in Enterprise Data and Analytics

• CFO Circle Ask the Expert: How to Select High-Impact Metrics and KPIs in a Complex Data Landscape
• The CFO's Guide to AI-Ready Data
• Super-Charging Forecasting: A New Data Paradigm for Transformative Insights
• Data Governance Buy-In: Overcoming the Resistance Dilemma

• Valeria Di Maso, Senior Director, Gartner Finance Practice
• Clement Christensen, Senior Director, Gartner Finance Practice
• Matthew Mowrey, Senior Director, Gartner Finance Practice

"The Gartner CFO Conference provided invaluable insights into financial strategy, technology and leadership. Engaging speakers, data-driven sessions and networking opportunities made it a must-attend conference for finance leaders looking to navigate today’s evolving business landscape."
— Gartner Conference Attendee