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Dive into the moments and sessions that help you explore big ideas and unpack trends — all with insights from Gartner analysts and world-class peers.

How Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo drives value

Gartner IT Conference: Access exclusive Gartner research for a competitive edge in IT

Gain a competitive edge

Be the first to access exclusive Gartner insights.

Gartner IT Conference: Visionary keynotes offer fresh perspectives on infrastructure and more

Get fresh, unique perspectives

Hear inspiring keynotes delivered by visionary guests and tech innovators.

Gartner IT Conference: IT leaders collaborating to solve industry challenges together

Problem-solve with peers

Collaborate with fellow industry leaders to solve shared challenges, vet strategies and make informed decisions.

Gartner IT Conference: Turning ideas into action at the interactive Exhibit Showcase

Turn ideas into action

Tackle your biggest tech challenges with seasoned solution providers in the interactive IT Xpo.

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      Why attend? Hear from your peers:

      • “Coming out of this conference has completely changed my approach. I am here with some of the most senior members of my team, and we will rethink our strategy based on all the information that we have received today.”

        Chakib Abi-Saab

        Chief Technology and Innovation Officer, Lloyd’s Register

      • “I need to come to Symposium, it’s the one place I can get all of the knowledge to see me through to the next 12 months.”

        Tim Martin

        CTO, Walkers

      • "What I really enjoy is it really forces us to step out of our box… We get really challenged as a leaders to think about the future, the five, six years ahead”

        Elena Streltsova         

        CDO, Asahi
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      Explore learning and networking opportunities

      Tailor your experience with analysts, peers and service providers at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo.

      Learn from Gartner analysts and thought leaders in IT and more

      Widen your view and focus your plans with objective insights, guidance and content built around your key issues.

      Track Sessions and Signature Series

      Learn about top trends, predictions and survey results from Gartner analysts, and get advice on what to do now and in years ahead.

      Receive the undivided attention of a Gartner analyst during a private, 30-minute consultation to discuss your strategy, next steps and technology decisions.

      Let the experience of visionaries, innovators and renowned thought leaders inspire you — and reframe your thinking about business and leadership.

      Pose tough questions to a single Gartner analyst in an intimate, topic-driven session.

      Connect with your peers

      Network with top technology leaders across regions and industries to build new relationships, broaden your perspectives and uncover new ways to solve problems.

      Roundtables

      Exchange insights and best practices with your peers in this Gartner-facilitated, small-group discussion around a specific issue.

      Use these hands-on sessions to explore proven solutions to real-life challenges with peers — all under the guidance of Gartner analysts.

      Accelerate your initiatives by sitting down with peers to hear their leadership stories, real-world challenges, success factors and lessons.

      Unwind, learn from peer experiences and grow your network during planned Meetups, receptions and special events.

      Consult experienced solution providers

      Test-drive solutions and tackle immediate and long-term issues with the help of leading tech providers.

      IT Xpo

      Use this interactive environment to gain insights from subject matter experts, explore new products and services and engage in peer-to-peer exchanges.

      Make investment decisions based on insights from case studies, thought leadership presentations and live interactions with exhibitors.

      Get a snapshot of the current solution landscape. Exhibitors reveal products and Gartner analysts present findings based on Gartner Magic Quadrant™ insights and the Gartner Hype Cycle™ methodology.

      Gartner Conferences: Curated Expertise. Exclusive Content.

      Interact face-to-face with analysts and leaders in their fields, specialized to help executives achieve their business and organizational goals. View All Sessions

      Get to Know Gartner Analysts

      Discover the unique qualities, extensive industry experience and thorough research that goes into being a Gartner analyst.

      Gartner Opening Keynote

      Hear Gartner’s unique "big picture" insights that will shape your perspective...

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      Signature Series: Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2027

      Technological breakthroughs are accelerating like never before, are you ready...

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      What Human Skills Are Needed in the AI Era? What to Protect, Pivot and Purge

      As AI takes on more tasks, CIOs face a critical question: What work should my...

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      Signature Series: 2027 CIO & Tech Executive Agenda

      This session outlines the next 18-month agenda for CIOs and senior technology...

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      Bring your team

      Attend Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™ conference in Barcelona as a team to gain new perspectives, strengthen partnerships and find new ways to work. Together, align on your organization’s mission-critical priorities and focus on what drives results.

      Dive into some of our past favorite moments

      Explore the sessions, take-aways and insights that defined an unforgettable Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo.
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      Gartner Opening Keynote: Walking the Golden Path to Value

      AI isn’t everything, but it’s touching everything. Catch up on what you missed by watching the opening keynote from Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo Barcelona.

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      Attendees in audience at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo in Barcelona

      Gartner Top Strategic Technology Trends

      Learn what the trends are, why they matter and what to do so you can turn disruption, uncertainty and change into opportunity, growth and competitive advantage.

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      The CIO and Technology Executive Agenda for 2026

      Discover strategies shaping IT’s future drawn from a global survey of 2,500 CIOs. Benchmark your priorities, strengthen C-suite partnerships and apply actionable insights to deliver outcomes that matter.

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