The last two years have seen unprecedented AI-driven innovation, boosted by the adoption of generative AI (GenAI) across entire organizations. C-suite executives and technology leaders across industries have been making significant investments in AI-led intelligence architecture and processes, with an increasing focus on advanced big data analytics, next-gen intelligent automation, intelligent applications, AIOps, AI-enabled security, and the convergence of AI and other technologies such as 5G connectivity, cloud, and IoT. Indeed, IDC's EMEA Emerging Tech Survey revealed that 72% of EMEA organizations are already using AI, or planning to do so in the next two years, highlighting its substantial impact across the region. This all promises an exciting, yet unpredictable future.
Business and technology leaders are facing countless opportunities and challenges on multiple fronts as they try to build strategies aimed at leveraging the full potential of AI. In order to be fully prepared, they must be able to identify critical developments in real time. They must also establish long-term strategies to ensure the fastest, most cost-effective, and fully trusted AI implementations, including the deployment of GenAI technologies at scale across business processes and the IT stack. Only then can their organizations successfully take on the challenges of an AI world and benefit from improved business agility and innovation while effectively mitigating the numerous associated risks.
The 2025 edition of the IDC Middle East CIO Summit will feature a stellar lineup of C-suite executives, influential analysts, industry thought leaders, international speakers, and market-leading solution providers. Together, they will discuss AI's role as the leading technology enabler of business strategy and the endless potential it provides enterprises across the region. This premier gathering of ICT experts will examine the industry's hottest topics, trends, and challenges, providing essential guidance on adapting to an unpredictable business landscape, implementing new business models, and scaling massively in the AI-powered digital economy.
New Perspectives
Assess the progress of your team or your organization's growth while discovering what to do to correct common mistakes.
Professional Development
Learn new leadership skills that will set you apart and help you to advance in your career.
Peer-to-Peer Insights
Participate in immersive networking exercises and engage with your fellow leaders over lunch and dinner.
Persuasive Communication Techniques
Discover how to get you what you want when you need it.
New Product Offerings
Enhance your tech stack and strategy with exclusive access to the very latest services and solutions.
