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Jo-Ann Clynch
Sr Director Analyst
Gartner
Speaker Topics
- Business Value of IT
- Digital and Business Transformation
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Innovation
Speaker Bio
Jo-Ann Clynch is a Senior Director Analyst in the Energy and Utility Industry team. Ms. Clynch helps CIOs and industry leaders explore the opportunities and impacts of energy modernization now and into the future. Ms. Clynch focuses on business aspects of the energy transformation and use of IT, Operational Technology (OT), cyber resiliency and intelligent operations to help clients transform processes and deliver commercial value by leveraging secure and innovative solutions.
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Sessions
Monday, October 20, 2025 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM EDT
Ask the Expert: How to Navigate Operational Technology Digitalization Challenges and Opportunities
Jo-Ann Clynch,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Power and utilities have progressed the IT/OT integration agenda. To be successful, utilities must leverage both OT and IT data in a unified data fabric. This is foundational for operational and financial success. Move beyond the chaos of passive dashboards to operational insights that lays the foundation for simulation and optimization. Join peers to navigate the traps and pitfalls of the journey.
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Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM EDT
Hype Cycle for Power and Utility Industry IT
Jo-Ann Clynch,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Utilities must leverage digital innovations and embedded AI to improve business efficiency and transform operations. This includes beyond the meter innovation to diversify revenue. Facing pressure to get more from lean resources, CIOs can use this Hype Cycle to time and align their technology investments to support critical capabilities that deliver strategic business goals.
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Tuesday, October 21, 2025 02:45 PM - 03:15 PM EDT
Power and Utilities: Harness Key Trends to Drive Operational Excellence
Jo-Ann Clynch,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
This session empowers CIOs with strategies to harness the latest 2026 technologies and trends that will redefine customer, market and asset value propositions in utilities. By anticipating these new changes, CIOs can drive operational excellence and future-proof their organizations. Obtain actionable insights to align digital investments with strategic business outcomes.
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Wednesday, October 22, 2025 05:15 PM - 05:45 PM EDT
Power and Utilities: Prioritizing Applications for Strategic Success
Jo-Ann Clynch,
Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
This session equips CIOs with strategies to align business transformation with digital delivery, tackling technological challenges and strategic goals. By understanding key trends and effectively communicating investment value to C-suite colleagues, CIOs can foster collaboration and drive impactful initiatives. Gain insights to ensure your technology roadmap supports long-term success.
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