All 2026 Conference Sessions

Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™ 2026 dives deep into key topics for CIOs and IT leaders around AI, executive leadership, cybersecurity, operating models and more to help you address your organization's mission-critical challenges.

2026 Conference Theme

Ignite Intelligence

AI is no longer a differentiator - it's now part of the foundation. CIOs must take the artificial out of intelligence, combining human ingenuity with AI to unlock value, drive agility, and navigate disruption. A human-centered approach is key to leading the intelligent enterprise.

Explore our conference sessions below, all developed with this theme in mind. 

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Monday, 14 September, 2026

09:30 AM - 10:30 AM AEST

Gartner Opening Keynote: Reaching Escape Velocity - Shaping an Effective Enterprise AI Economy
Daryl Plummer, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
Kristin Moyer, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
Hear Gartner’s unique "big picture" insights that will shape your perspective on your most critical priorities. Spark strategic discussions with your peers during the conference as well as with your colleagues throughout the year. ... Show More Show Less

11:15 AM - 12:15 PM AEST

Contract Negotiation Clinic: How to Negotiate With Cloud Providers (AWS, Azure, Google, Oracle)
Domenico Scriva, Sr Principal Analyst, Gartner
Cloud infrastructure and platform services contract negotiation involve substantial opportunities and risks. While the negotiation fundamentals are similar, each cloud vendor has specific commercials that clients must understand fully. In this session, we will review the critical steps for negotiations, vendor differences and similarities to be aware of when negotiating to achieve the most optimal contract. ... Show More Show Less

11:15 AM - 11:30 AM AEST

Hype Cycle for Healthcare and Life Science Data, Analytics and AI, 2026
Allison Dennis, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
This session will cover the top trends in the HCLS hype cycle for Data, Analytics and AI. Show Less

11:15 AM - 11:35 AM AEST

Hype Cycle for Higher Education, 2026
Grace Farrell, Sr Principal Analyst, Gartner
Challenges are evolving rapidly as a new era of innovation emerges for education CIOs. The new era expects CIOs to demonstrate ways they can contribute to their institutions' broader missions of education and research and create opportunities for a competitive advantage. The session will review the Hype Cycle for Higher Education 2026, including a deeper exploration of several key innovation profiles. Attendees will learn how to determine which technologies will support their institution's modernization goals. ... Show More Show Less

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM AEST

Magic Quadrant Power Session: Agentic Coding and AI-Augmented Software Testing Tools
Manjunath Bhat, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
AI-augmented software engineering tools are context-aware, data-driven and increasingly autonomous tools, enabling faster delivery of higher quality products. We discuss findings from Gartner's Magic Quadrants for agentic coding and AI-augmented software testing tools. Learn how Gartner defines these markets, the mandatory and common product features, the best vendors for your organization, the main use cases, and how complementary these solutions are. ... Show More Show Less

11:15 AM - 11:35 AM AEST

Magic Quadrant for Observability Platforms
Padraig Byrne, VP Analyst, Gartner
Take a walk through the Magic Quadrant for observability platforms. This presentation will unravel the latest trends, key players and groundbreaking technologies transforming how businesses harness observability platforms for strategic advantage. ... Show More Show Less

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM AEST

Navigating the AI Agent Landscape: A Strategic Guide for IT Leaders
Adrian Leow, VP Analyst, Gartner
The AI agent ecosystem is rapidly advancing, characterized by considerable hype and overwhelming choices. In this session, we provide an overview of the AI agent ecosystem, highlight key players and outline evolving deployment models to help IT leaders drive business value. ... Show More Show Less

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM AEST

Signature Series: Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2027
Gene Alvarez, Distinguished VP Analyst, Gartner
Technological breakthroughs are accelerating like never before, are you ready to keep up? Join us for this must-attend session where Gartner unveils the top strategic technology trends for 2027! Discover how following Gartner’s expert guidance can empower your organization to thrive in a rapidly changing digital world. We'll reveal 10 game-changing technologies every CIO should know to face the future with confidence & agility. ... Show More Show Less

11:15 AM - 11:45 AM AEST

The Technology of Strategy: How CIOs Use AI to Rewrite Strategic Planning
Ayca Moseley, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
Strategic planning is being fundamentally rewritten by technology. AI, agentic systems, deep‑research tools, scenario engines, and digital‑twin platforms are shifting strategy from an episodic, human‑only process to a continuously computed, technology‑enabled discipline.

In this session, we present a bold framework showing how CIOs can transform the strategy cycle by building three core capabilities:
1. An AI‑powered Strategic Intelligence Layer that continuously scans external signals and internal assumptions
2. Next-generation future - casting driven by simulation, agentic forecasting, digitally enabled scenario planning
3. And a Strategy Co‑Pilot that automates the creation of strategic artifacts, portfolio decisions, and personalized strategy communication

Backed by Gartner research across emerging AI use cases and the reference architecture for strategic planning, this session gives CIOs specific actions to take in the next 12 to 24 months to modernize how their enterprises sense, decide, and adapt. Attendees will leave with a clear playbook to operationalize the “technology of strategy." ... Show More Show Less

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“The sessions at IT Symposium have been of great benefit to our organization. The keynotes and overall speakers offer an innovative but practical view of today’s technical landscape. I would recommend to any technology leader.”

Ingrid Schnell
Head of Strategy and Architecture, AICD

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