IDC European Digital Leaders Hub

Access and discuss new and emerging digital topics with Europe’s Digital Leaders.

Join the IDC’s Digital Leaders Hub to share your experience and knowledge about new and emerging digital and business topics in a confidential IDC network with your digital leaders’ peers. If you enjoy listening, learning and sharing this is the right place and moment to connect and deep dive on topics that are closer to your and your organization’s heart. You know that being on top of digital and business challenges and setting the priorities right is crucial for your business, and in joining this team your ideas can flourish when interacting with other inspirational people.

Reasons to join the IDC European Digital Leaders Hub

Handpicked members

Members of the IDC Digital Leaders Hub are handpicked for their personal commitment and for being digital leaders in their industry. This is a community that sees the responsibility of the digital leaders broadening to focus on pushing digital innovation forward, a remit that is much larger than traditional technology discussions. Members see digital technologies as the business enabler for their company and their industry and have the courage to lead the way.

Meet bi-monthly

In practice, IDC hosts the group virtually on a bi-monthly basis, to discuss digital and business challenges, priorities, and trends, as well as enabling and emerging technologies supporting the Digital Business organization with leading analysts in the field. We will share experiences and digital projects, draw parallels, and see the world from someone else’s shoes, enabling participants to relate perspective to their own situations.

Confidential network

The Digital Leaders Hub is a confidential network in which everyone is invited to share their experience, conscious of being in a protected environment where confidentiality is paramount. This confidentiality encourage free discussion and collective knowledge sharing.

The IDC European analysts team

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Erica Spinoni

Senior Research Analyst, European Digital Business and Future of Work

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Martina Longo

Senior Research Analyst, European Digital Business Strategies and Digital Natives

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Duncan Brown

VP of Enterprise Research Europe

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Thomas Meyer

General Manager and Group Vice President, IDC Europe

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Giulia Carosella

Research Manager, European Digital Business Strategies

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Andrea Siviero

Research Director, WW MacroTech, European Digital Business and Future of Work

Discover what IDC European Digital Leaders Hub can offer you

Informed strategies for the digital business era

Business and IT leaders, with full engagement from the C-Suite, must build digital-first strategies that accelerate time to value, create sustainable growth, establish stronger competitive differentiation, and strengthen industry ecosystems.

From digitally transforming to running a digital business

Digital technologies have become increasingly strategic for C-Suites and permeating organizations business models. As a result, the focus has shifted from transforming the business to running a digital business.

The arrival of Generative AI technologies has created a paradigm shift in the industry, triggering the start of a new chapter in the digital business era.  Artificial intelligence is now expected to become the driving force of the digital future, setting up new requirements for organizations’ competitiveness in the Digital Business Era, unlocking new use cases, and shortening time to business outcomes.

Business model

How can we innovate and generate value for customers?

  • Redefined business value
  • New Monetization models
  • Customer experience
Operating model

How can we improve decision making become more efficient?

  • Agile and open processes
  • End-to-end connected value chains
Organization model

How can we improve employees experience and productivity?

  • Talent marketplace
  • Lifelong learning
  • Culture of innovation

We can help you to:

    • Bring your sales and marketing messages closer
    • Educate salespeople on the new narrative
    • Target the right persona with the right message
    • Bring your sales and marketing messages closer
    • Educate salespeople on the new narrative
    • Target the right persona with the right message
    • Bring your sales and marketing messages closer
    • Educate salespeople on the new narrative
    • Target the right persona with the right message

Learn how IDC helps organizations build and implement successful digital business strategies.

Identify opportunities and make informed decisions

More than 1,300 analyst experts around the world provide timely, unique insights into global, regional, and local tech trends and buying behavior.

Defining, sizing, and guiding the market

Achieving your goals and driving your business performance is our priority. We’re committed to providing the right information for every stage of your journey. Regardless of where you are in your technology road map, IDC has the European research you need, based on real data and a rigorous research methodology.

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IIAR Analyst Firm of the Year

Recognized for broad industry and geographic coverage, analyst expertise, ease to work with, and value for five consecutive years.

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One-Time Data Cuts to Drive Your Strategic Decisions

Access IDC Data to Start Your Year on the Right Track

IDC’s gold-standard proprietary data is unparalleled in the market. Offering insights at local, regional, and global levels, our one-time data exports from any IDC product provide the knowledge you need to make informed strategic decisions and guide your company in 2025.

Which IDC dataset fits your needs?

  • IDC Black Book: Gain an understanding of global and regional technology demand.
  • IDC Spending Guide: Explore detailed segment spending forecasts for the most in-demand tech.
  • IDC Tracker: Monitor competitor sales performance across tech and services markets.
  • IDC Channel Partner Ecosystem: Select the right partners to build a stronger channel business.
  • IDC Wallet: Map out budgets and suppliers to optimize account-level commercial activities.
  • IDC Services Contracts Database: Get ahead of contract renewals for the largest deals in the market.

Still unsure which dataset is right for you? Contact us, and one of our data experts will help you find the best fit for your needs.

The Ultimate Guide to Industry-Specific GenAI Use Cases

The launch of Generative AI ignited significant interest among senior business and technology leaders across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). IDC analysts explore how organizations in various sectors, including finance, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, utilities, and government, are navigating complex decisions to leverage the value of GenAI at scale. Delve into the 18 IDC libraries of industry-specific GenAI use cases to guide strategic investment decisions.

Explore our new GenAI use case libraries tailored for 18 industries:
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Segment and Win the Security Market With IDC Data & Analytics

IDC eBook Series: Overcome One-Size-Fits-All Approaches With Segment Insights

Security vendors can no longer rely on a one-size-fits-all strategy. A segmented approach is essential to meet the distinct needs of the industries you serve. With IDC’s data and insights, tailor your solutions to specific sectors, improving customer satisfaction, increasing sales, and solidifying your brand reputation for long-term success.

Sample Industry Views Covered:

  • Financial Services
  • Infrastructure & Energy
  • Manufacturing & Resources
  • Public Sector

Gain Strategic Insights From Industry-Specific Data

By analyzing industry-specific spending forecasts, this eBook helps you focus your efforts on the most lucrative buyer segments. Understand where the greatest opportunities lie and how to effectively meet your customers’ demands across multiple industries.

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Get started with this IDC eBook, which provides an overview of security spending across industries, followed by in-depth analysis of four sample sectors.

IDC Security Forum Series 2023 – Nordics & Benelux

Maximize your marketing ROI in the growing security market and make your next game-changing connection with cybersecurity leaders and business representatives!

The evolution of the European cyber security market segment and landscape continues to progress at high speed. Disruptions from the pandemic to supply chain issues and inflation drive change as businesses seek cyber resiliency. The upcoming IDC Security Forum Series provides a great opportunity to engage with business leaders and C-level executives, showcase effective cybersecurity solutions to combat against emerging security risks.

Dates & Venues

Why to partner with IDC

  • Engage with Key Decision Makers and Buyers
  • Extend Your Footprint Across the Region
  • Secure a Return on Your Investment
  • Expand the Reach of Your Business and Services

Security Event Series 2025

Enhance your brand visibility and drive business growth by connecting with decision-makers in security.

Optimize Cybersecurity Strategies for 2025: Build Agility and Resilience

European enterprises are gearing up for growth with innovation and technology investments. As digital transformation accelerates, the need to address evolving cyber threats is critical. To gain a competitive edge, security and privacy must be at the heart of your corporate strategy. Learn how to strengthen your organization’s resilience and navigate a risk-aware path to success.

Security Event Series presents a unique opportunity for your organization.

We are excited to offer you a chance to distinguish your brand, leverage strategic advantages, and cultivate high-value leads by sponsoring these events.

Stand out, drive innovation, and connect with over 3,000 leaders, including CISOs, CIOs, and security experts from across Europe.

 

Security Events 2025

Security Summit, Italy

Milan, 24 Jun 2025

IT Strategy & Cyber Security Summit, Switzerland

Zurich, 2 Sep 2025

Cyber Security Summit, Germany

Cologne, 9 Sep 2025

Security Summit, Finland

Helsinki, 16 Sep 2025

Security Summit, Sweden

Stockholm, 18 Sep 2025

Security Summit, Norway

Oslo, 23 Sep 2025

Security Summit, Denmark

Copenhagen, 25 Sep 2025

Security Summit, Benelux

Utrecht, 1 Oct 2025

Cyber Security Summit, Spain

Barcelona, 8 Oct 2025

Security & Cloud Summit, Portugal

Porto, 23 Oct 2025

CISO Xchange, European coverage

Marbella (Spain), 9-11 Nov 2025

IT Strategy & Cyber Security Summit, Austria

Vienna, 11 Nov 2025

Desbloqueie Oportunidades de Crescimento: Torne-se um Parceiro IDC Hoje!

Junte-se a nós para desbloquear oportunidades de crescimento sem precedentes! Na IDC, oferecemos-lhe a oportunidade única de se tornar um parceiro valorizado e elevar o seu negócio a novos patamares. Seja para aumentar a exposição da sua marca, demonstrar liderança de opinião ou impulsionar novos negócios, os nossos eventos atraem decisores seniores desejosos de obter insights sobre as tendências do mercado e soluções inovadoras, ansiosos por estabelecer relacionamentos comerciais frutíferos.

Preencha o formulário e beneficie do nosso conteúdo exclusivo, apresentado por especialistas locais e analistas da IDC, que fornecem perspetivas imparciais sobre as dinâmicas do setor de TIC e do Digital. Além disso, os nossos eventos proporcionam uma rede de contactos incomparável, colocando-o em contacto com milhares de decisores seniores de TIC anualmente, criando oportunidades de geração de leads e interações com stakeholders influentes. Não perca esta oportunidade de expandir a sua presença pela região e alcançar o sucesso que o seu negócio merece! Preencha o formulário e torne-se um parceiro IDC hoje mesmo!

GenAI in EMEA 2024 eBook

Faça o download deste eBook agora para obter uma visão atualizada das atividades de GenAI em toda a EMEA, bem como das oportunidades, riscos e desafios relacionados. Inclui também análises aprofundadas sobre as implicações e impactos do GenAI em seis segmentos específicos do mercado tecnológico e em sete indústrias diferentes. Este eBook baseia-se em inquéritos recentes a empresas de toda a região EMEA, assim como na experiência de 26 analistas regionais da IDC.