Finance Technology and Innovation: AI, Automation and ROI

Finance technology is reshaping how organizations operate, with AI, automation and advanced analytics at the core of transformation. However, only 39% of finance teams have realized full ROI on digital investments (Gartner, 2023), highlighting the need for strategic technology adoption.

The Technology and Innovation track at Gartner Finance Symposium/Xpo™ 2026 conference provides practical guidance to maximize technology investments and drive innovation. Explore the latest trends in finance automation, digital platforms and data governance. Learn to select and scale the right digital solutions, measure and maximize ROI, and future-proof your finance function for the digital era.

• Learn how to select and scale the right digital solutions.
• Gain frameworks to measure and maximize ROI.
• Network with peers leading successful finance automation initiatives.

• Trends in the Finance Technology Market for 2026
• The CFO's Guide to AI-Ready Data
• Smarter Models for AI Investment and Strategic Growth
• The CFO’s Guide to Building a Finance AI Roadmap: A Step-By-Step Playbook for Winning the Talent and Technology Race
• From AI Proposal to AI Payoff: Evaluating, Selecting and Prioritizing Your AI Use Cases to Drive Results

• Nick Duffy, Senior Director, Gartner Finance Practice
• Matthew Kiel, Managing Vice President, Gartner Finance Practice
• Ash Mehta, Senior Director, Gartner Finance Practice

"Gartner thought leadership around key topics on transformation and technology is always insightful. This conference has come at the right time for our organization as we embark on our own change journey towards a more modern finance function."
— Gartner Conference Attendee