CIO Summit

The Modern CIO: Bridging Technology and Business for Digital Success

Rome, Italy

Balancing Innovation and Pragmatism in Modern IT Strategy

Overview

The CIO Summit is a comprehensive event designed to explore the evolving role of CIOs in driving innovation, leadership, and strategic growth in the digital age. The role of the CIO has evolved, with many now seeing themselves as change agents and leaders in business transformation rather than just technical experts.

As organizations rely more on technology for business innovation, CIOs are expected to be both strategic thinkers and risk-takers, balancing technological advancements with practical applications. In this evolving landscape, IT leaders are now required to ontinuously assess their skills and adapt to new demands, ensuring they remain at the forefront of business and technology innovations. Join this summit to explore strategies from leading experts and apply these lessons to your own digital journey.

CIOs are increasingly recognized as pivotal drivers of business transformation, moving beyond traditional IT management. Today’s CIOs are expected to spearhead digital innovation, work closely with executive peers, and swiftly adapt to rapid technological changes. This evolution highlights the growing role of technology in all areas of business, where CIOs leverage their deep understanding to steer transformation effectively. They are now tasked with not just overseeing technology but actively shaping it to align with business objectives. As technology advances, join this CIO Summit to determine how to become more cental in strategic decision-making, hearing from these industry experts and apply the lessons to your own digital journey.

Why Attend?

The CIO Summit is your gateway to mastering the evolving role of CIOs in today’s digital landscape. This premier event brings together top industry experts to delve into crucial topics that are reshaping the role of IT leaders and their impact on organizational success. Here’s why you should attend:

  • Strategic Leadership Insights: Explore how the shift from IT as a cost center to CIOs as strategic leaders reporting directly to the CEO is transforming organizational strategy and decision-making. Gain valuable perspectives on how this change impacts your role and your organization’s overall direction.
  • Balancing Act: Discover effective strategies for balancing technical expertise with business acumen. Learn how CIOs can leverage their technical backgrounds to drive digital transformation while aligning with broader business goals.
  • Pragmatic IT Strategies: Understand when to opt for standard software solutions versus developing custom in-house systems. Our discussions will help you navigate the complexities of IT strategy with a focus on practicality and innovation.
  • Resource Optimization: Learn how to optimize IT budgeting and manage resources to reinvest potential savings into new digital initiatives without compromising existing services. Get practical tips on making your budget work harder for your organization.
  • Leveraging Emerging Technologies: Dive into the ways CIOs can harness emerging technologies like AI and machine learning to drive innovation and position their organizations as leaders in their fields.
  • Expert Strategies and Real-World Applications: Hear from industry leaders about the latest trends, strategies, and best practices. Apply these insights to enhance your role as a strategic leader and drive your organization’s digital transformation journey.

The CIO Summit is more than just a conference; it’s a critical learning opportunity for CIOs who aspire to lead at the forefront of technology and business innovation. Join us to gain cutting-edge knowledge, network with peers, and equip yourself with the tools and strategies needed to excel in today’s dynamic digital landscape.

Key Topics

CIO as a Strategic Leader

How has the shift from IT being a cost center reporting to the CFO, to CIOs reporting directly to the CEO and being part of the executive team, impacted organizational strategy and decision-making?

Balancing Technical Expertise and Business Acumen

In what ways can CIOs effectively balance their technical background with business knowledge to drive digital transformation?

Pragmatism and Boldness in IT Strategy

How do organizations decide when to adopt standard software solutions versus developing in-house systems?

Agenda

Thursday April 3, 2025
9:00

Registration & Welcome Coffee

9:30

IDC Opening

9:35

IDC Keynote - Unlocking the Potential of AI: CIO and CEO as Strategic Partners

9:45

Opening Guest Keynote Speaker

10:00

The Intersection of Cybersecurity, Cloud and AI

10:15

Why do digital modernisation initiatives fail? Simplify connectivity with an intelligent and modern integration platform

10:30

End User Panel Discussion

10:45

How AI is Changing the Rules of Engagement in Cybersecurity

11:00

Coffee Break, Visit to Expo Area, and One-to-One Meetings

11:30

End User Panel Discussion

11:45

How to Solve the Complexity of IT Architectures in Hybrid Multicloud Environments

12:00

The role of AI in Business Transformation

12:15

IDC Connect (Parallel Sessions)

13:10

Networking Lunch, Visit to Expo Area, and One-to-One Meetings

14:00

End User Panel Discussion

14:15

The Backbone for AI-Driven Operations: Optimise Operations and Save Millions

14:30

Technology Pitch Session

14:45

Closing Guest Speaker

15:15

Diamond Sponsor Closing remarks

15:20

Wrap Up & Closing remarks

Speakers

Roberta Bigliani

Group VP, Head of Insights, IDC EMEA

Giulia Carosella

Senior Research Manager, IDC EMEA Digital Business and AI Transformation Strategies

Massimiliano Claps

Research Director - IDC EMEA Insights

Davide D'Amico

Direttore generale per l’innovazione digitale la semplificazione e la statistica, Ministero dell’istruzione e del merito

Daniele Deligia

IT Director, Italo

Davide Giammarino

Digital & IT Director, Stanhome

Giovanni Giamminola

Autore di “Il manager potenziato” e membro dello Steering Committee dell’Executive Master in "AI-Driven Business Models" presso l’Università Cattolica

Paolo Guidelli

Direttore centrale Organizzazione digitale, INAIL

Mario Nobile

Direttore Generale, AgID

Maurizio Stumbo

Chief Technology and Digital Services Officer, Sogei

Sara Volino Coppola

Chief of Information & Digital Office, Alia Servizi Ambientali

Michele Naldini

Country Manager Italy, Greece, Turkey, Malta, Wiz

Simonetta Gassani

Head of Presales and SAM, Deda Tech

Ivan Tresoldi

Senior Solution Architect, Wiz

Federico Frigeni

Sales Development Representative, Boomi

Francesco Paladini

Sales Director webMethods and StreamSets - Italy, Spain, Portugal, IBM

Andrea Biglieri

Country Manager, OutSystems

Prasanna Rajendran

Vice President, Sales & Strategies - EMEA Region, Kissflow

Matteo Mangiacavalli

Sales Manager, Liferay

Federico Pozzato

Direttore R&D, Honu

Ivan Pedrotti

Enterprise Account Manager, Qlik

Andrea Zinno

Data Evangelist, Denodo

Riccardo Tammaro

Product Sales Specialist, Adobe

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Partners

Diamond Partner
Platinum Partner
Platinum Partner
Platinum Partner
Platinum Partner
Platinum Partner
Gold Partner
Gold Partner
Silver Partner
Silver Partner
Main Editorial Partner
Media Partner
Media Partner

Venue

Palazzo Brancaccio

Viale del Monte Oppio, 7, 00184 Roma RM

How to join

The event, which will take place on April 3, 2025 starting at 9:00 am is free of charge (upon filling the registration form), for professionals in the following sectors: Manufacturing, Automotive, Fashion, Finance, Banking and Insurance, Retail, Energy and Utilities, Media, Government, Health, Education, Transports, Logistics, Telecommunications, Personal and Professional Services.

Access to the event is not allowed for non-sponsoring ICT companies (vendor, distributors, reseller, VAR, system integrator), ICT consultancy and services companies, private individuals and freelancers.

The official language of the event is Italian.

Knowledge Hub

The Dynamic Role of the EMEA CIO: Steering the Digital Ship

In the digital business and AI-everywhere era, technology is now a strategic enabler that permeates every aspect of business operations. According to IDC’s Worldwide CEO Survey (February 2024, n = 67), 48% of CEOs in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) now report regularly to the board on the status of digital initiatives, highlighting the strategic nature of digital technologies among businesses.

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5 Lessons to Shape Your AI Digital Future: Learning from the Past

A little over a year ago, a new phase of the digital business era began with OpenAI’s launch of ChatGPT. The generative AI (GenAI) boom is expected to roundly influence what comes next: AI Everywhere. AI is expected to become a driving force of our digital future, impacting individual lives, consumers, citizens, workers, businesses, and society.

Henry Ford said, “The only real mistake is the one from which we learn nothing.” What should we learn from the past to determine the way forward?

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Nicoletta Puglisi

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IDG

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