












CIO Digital Summit
The speed that technology in organisations is progressing is truly breath-taking. Despite all the suggestions that most digital transformation projects fail the fact remains is that lessons are being learnt and collectively we are moving closer to realising the revolutionary potential of AI, Quantum Computing and even the Metaverse. As with most breakthrough technologies it is often about doing the basics well and in this summit, we look at the most cutting edge insights at the intersection between people, process and technology.
Why Attend
New connections
Build new connections with likeminded senior leaders
Business trends
Stay current with emerging business trends
Key takeaways
Downloadable and actionable takeaways
New partnerships
Accelerate key projects through meaningful new partnerships
Insights
De-risk new projects by gaining a broad range of insights
New technologies
Understand the impact new technology can make
















Event Agenda
09:00 - 09:15
Opening Remarks
Intro & Diamond Commentary
09:15 - 09:45
Keynote
The data centric organization
09:45 - 10:25
Panel Discussion
Using Digital Acceleration to shape Organizational Transformation
10:25 - 10:35
Insight Break
10:35 - 11:25
Roundtables
Track 1: Balancing Act – Automation & Reskilling to secure critical capabilities in the post-pandemic workplace
Track 2: Virtual Insanity - Preparing for the Metaverse
Track 3: Data-driven transformation - Accelerate at scale now
11:25 - 11:30
Short Break
11:30 - 12:10
Masterclass Breakouts
How the Future Works: Redesigning work to be more flexible, inclusive and connected
12:11 - 12:41
Headline Keynote
Driving Digital Transformation at Fannie Mae in 2023 and beyond
09:00 - 09:10
Opening Remarks
09:10 - 09:40
Keynote
The Hub & The Spoke - The key to driving sustainable digital transformation
09:42 - 10:22
Panel Discussion
Driving business innovation through cloud
10:22 - 10:35
Insight Break
10:35 - 11:25
Roundtables
Track 1: Balancing Act – Automation & Reskilling to secure critical capabilities in the post-pandemic workplace
Track 2: Virtual Insanity - Preparing for the Metaverse
Track 3: Data-driven transformation - Accelerate at scale now
11:26 - 11:56
Innovation Exchange Keynote
Role of Quantum Computing in Healthcare
11:58 - 12:30
Closing Prime Keynote
Testing, the Unsung Hero of Digital Transformation
09:00 - 09:10
Opening Remarks
09:10 - 09:40
Keynote
Continuous Transformation in a Dynamic Environment
09:41 - 10:21
Panel Discussion
How do Security and IT need to collaborate to develop the next generation of security first digital products?
10:22 - 10:32
Insight Break
10:32 - 11:22
Roundtable Leaders Panel
11:22 - 11:30
Break
11:30 - 12:00
Innovation Exchange Keynote
The Human In the Loop - How do technology leaders need to think about where humans add value in increasingly automated functions
12:01 - 12:31
Closing Keynote
Driving data monetization to accelerate digital transformation
12:31 - 12:41
Insight Break -Closing Comments
An immersiveevent experience
Audience Interaction
Engage with a virtual live audience just as you would at a physical event and create meaningful conversations.
Interactive Live Polling
Keep engaged through interactive live polling and gamification tools.
Direct connections
Ask your questions face-to-face with the speakers via our leading stage technology.
Relationship building
Build stronger connections with leading executives that you will take with you through your career
Intelligent interaction
Interactive quizzes gamify your experience
Thought Leadership
Content and insight from industry experts when it matters most
FAQs
There is no cost associated with attending a GDS Summit. In return, we ask that all senior executives in participation attend for the full duration to ensure that all attendees get maximum value and insight from the interactive roundtables, live Q&As and breakout networking sessions.
Our digital summit portfolio is designed to bring together senior decision makers from large global businesses and innovative disruptor brands to drive industry forward through addressing business critical challenges collaboratively.
If you’re keen to build new connections with likeminded leaders, de-risk your projects through new insight and establish new partnerships that can accelerate your projects then apply to attend today.
Complete our ‘apply to attend’ form on the event page if you’re interested in attending the summit and you meet our application criteria. A member of the GDS team will then reach out to run you through the programme and event format and discuss your participation.
On stage: co-host a panel discussion with a group of likeminded senior executives or host a solo keynote presentation. Both slots include elements of interactive audience Q&A
Off stage: become a roundtable moderator, leading the discussion with the same cohort of executives for the duration of the summit around a specific topic you’ve agreed to focus on during the roundtable session.
We can tailor a partnership package to help meet your business objectives. This might include brand awareness, driving traffic to your site or quality editorial content via exclusive interviews and Q&As with our executive audience. Enquire today for more information.