Gartner, Inc. today announced Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2026, the world's most important gathering of CIOs and other IT executives, taking place October 19-22, 2026 at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. More than 7,000 CIOs and senior leaders will explore the technology, insights and trends shaping the future of IT and business, including AI, business transformation and value, cybersecurity, customer experience, data analytics, executive leadership and more.
Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2026: October 19-22 in Orlando.
7,000+ CIOs and senior leaders expected.
350+ sessions from 140+ Gartner experts and 180 solution providers.
Theme: "Ignite Intelligence" - combining human ingenuity with AI.
Signature Series includes 2027 CIO Agenda, CEO Watch 2026, Top Strategic Technology Trends 2027.
Special programs: CIO Circle, Midsize Enterprise, Women in Technology, New to Role CIO.
Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 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 an intelligent enterprise. The Gartner Opening Keynote, "Reaching Escape Velocity - Shaping an Effective Enterprise AI Economy," will focus on Gartner's unique view on creating a foundational relationship with AI.
This year's Signature Series sessions include: 2027 CIO & Tech Executive Agenda, CEO Watch 2026, Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2027, Top Strategic Predictions for 2027 and Beyond, and Emerging Trends Vision 2027: Human-AI Relationships Will Reshape the World.
In addition to accessing the most important and relevant insights across a variety of formats, Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo offers special programs including CIO Circle Program, Midsize Enterprise Program, Industry-Specific Programming, Women in Technology Program, and New to Role CIO.
IT Xpo is the solution showcase teeming with over 180 leading providers of IT solutions. It will highlight the next steps in technology through live demonstrations, virtual meetings with exhibitors and fast-paced presentations on key technology directions. For complete conference and registration details, visit Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2026.
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