The CIO Chapter UK

Discover how AI and automation can revolutionise operations and enhance innovation in your organisation. This workshop focuses on the strategic implementation of AI technologies that drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve decision-making. Learn how CIOs can leverage these tools to transform business processes, foster a culture of innovation, and position their organisations for future success.

Key Takeaways:

• Identify actionable AI-driven automation strategies that enhance operational efficiency and minimise resource waste.
• Understand how leveraging AI can improve decision-making and innovation, empowering CIOs to lead digital transformation initiatives effectively.

As cyber threats become more sophisticated, staying ahead requires innovative strategies. This workshop will equip you with the tools to counter emerging dangers such as AI-powered attacks, quantum computing vulnerabilities, and increasingly complex ransomware schemes. Gain insights into fortifying your organisation’s defences in a rapidly shifting threat landscape.

Key Takeaways:

• Preparing for AI-augmented cyberattacks and quantum computing's impact on encryption.
• Building adaptive defences to tackle advanced ransomware and supply chain vulnerabilities.

One of the biggest barriers to successful AI adoption in the enterprise isn't model performance—it's the data itself. Siloed systems, lack of business context, and governance gaps often prevent AI from delivering accurate and actionable insights. In this interactive session, we’ll explore how Alteryx fills this critical gap in the AI stack by empowering business analysts to access, prepare, and enrich data with domain logic using a no-code interface—while IT retains the governance controls needed for compliance.

You'll see how Alteryx automates the curation of AI-ready data pipelines, feeding structured and unstructured data into LLMs and vector databases. The result? More reliable, contextualised, and compliant AI—delivering value far beyond content generation.

Key Takeaways:

• Discover how Alteryx enables secure, governed access to high-context data that fuels trustworthy AI applications.

• Understand how empowering business users through no-code workflows accelerates AI adoption while maintaining governance and compliance.

In an era dominated by AI and next-generation technologies, the fundamental truth remains: good decisions start with good data. This interactive session explores the timeless importance of data-driven decision making by looking at historic examples — like Dr. John Snow's cholera outbreak mapping and the return of the "shot plan" during public health crises — where proper observation and structured data interpretation made life-saving differences and the lessons learnt that can, and should be considered today. We will connect these lessons to today's reality: before organisations can fully capitalise on AI, GenAI, or advanced network capabilities, they must first build resilient, reliable, observable digital foundations. Expect a candid discussion on why basic network monitoring, telemetry, and clean operational data are not just technical necessities, but executive priorities — the bedrock that enables trustworthy AI, predictive capabilities, and rapid innovation.

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Explore the nuances of optimising multi-cloud environments to enhance agility, cost-effectiveness, and performance. Learn how to strategically leverage diverse cloud platforms while ensuring seamless integration and security. Gain insights into best practices that empower organisations to maximise their cloud investments and navigate the complexities of multi-cloud management.

Key Takeaways:

• Develop a framework for optimising resource allocation across multiple cloud providers to reduce costs and enhance performance.
• Understand the best practices for ensuring security and compliance in a multi-cloud environment, enabling better risk management.

There is a growing importance of sustainability for CIOs as they lead their organisations toward greener practices. Explore strategies for investing in green IT solutions and reducing carbon footprints. Understand the business case for sustainability and how it can enhance brand reputation, drive innovation, and meet stakeholder expectations.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn actionable strategies for implementing green IT initiatives that align with corporate sustainability goals.
• Discover how embracing sustainability can drive competitive advantage and foster stakeholder trust in your organisation.

In today's fast-paced business environment, cultivating a culture of innovation is essential for staying competitive. This workshop focuses on how organisations and CIOs can lead experimentation and agility among teams. Participants will explore practical strategies to encourage creative thinking, embrace risk-taking, and adapt quickly to change, ultimately driving sustained innovation and growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn actionable strategies for creating an organisational culture that prioritises experimentation and innovation.
• Discover techniques to enhance agility, enabling teams to respond quickly to market changes and new opportunities.