Speakers
Shilpi Handa
IDC
Associate Research Director (META)
Shahin Hashim
IDC
Associate Research Director (META)
Event Sessions
Day 2 9:35 am
IDC Keynote: The Evolving Role of the CIO: From IT Leader to Business Strategist
As organizations navigate rapid digital transformation, the role of the CIO is undergoing a fundamental shift. No longer confined to overseeing IT operations, today’s CIO is a strategic business leader driving innovation, growth, and competitive advantage.
This session will explore how CIOs are expanding their influence beyond technology, aligning digital initiatives with core business objectives, and leveraging emerging technologies such as AI, cloud, and data analytics to deliver measurable value. Attendees will gain insights into how modern CIOs collaborate across the C-suite, shape customer experiences, and lead organizational change.