Technology Leaders Webinar | Digital Resilience in 2026

Overview

AI is rapidly moving from experimentation into the core of enterprise operations, yet most organisations are scaling it on top of environments they cannot fully see or control. Factor’s latest CIO research shows that only 6 percent of organisations believe their infrastructure is fully prepared for expanded AI , while more than 70 percent still operate across fragmented or partially unified environments when incidents occur . As AI increases system complexity, small blind spots become outages, security exposure and customer impact. This executive webinar examines why observability has become a board-level capability in 2026 and how security and IT leaders must rethink digital resilience before AI failures become business failures.

Key discussion topics

Why AI is accelerating operational risk faster than most organisations are prepared for

The hidden cost of fragmented visibility across cloud, SaaS and on-prem environments

How security and IT teams must work from a shared operational view in the AI era

What digital resilience really requires to safely scale AI in complex enterprises

What to expect

• Attendance 200+
• Enforcement Zero Trust
• AI Controls Autonomous

What we will cover

• Why AI is accelerating operational risk faster than most organisations are prepared for
• The hidden cost of fragmented visibility across cloud, SaaS and on-prem environments
• How security and IT teams must work from a shared operational view in the AI era
• What digital resilience really requires to safely scale AI in complex enterprises

Agenda

• 0:00 pm When AI Breaks, Who Sees It First? The New Rules of Digital Resilience in 2026(Executive Readiness Summit - Live 2026) AI is rapidly moving from experimentation into the core of enterprise operations, yet most organisations are scaling it on top of environments they cannot fully see or control. Factor’s latest CIO research shows that only 6 percent of organisations believe their infrastructure is fully prepared for expanded AI , while more than 70 percent still operate across fragmented or partially unified environments when incidents occur . As AI increases system complexity, small blind spots become outages, security exposure and customer impact. This executive webinar examines why observability has become a board-level capability in 2026 and how security and IT leaders must rethink digital resilience before AI failures become business failures. Key discussion topics Why AI is accelerating operational risk faster than most organisations are prepared for The hidden cost of fragmented visibility across cloud, SaaS and on-prem environments How security and IT teams must work from a shared operational view in the AI era What digital resilience really requires to safely scale AI in complex enterprises

Speakers

• Christine Low · Head of Observability, APJC, Splunk Christine Low is one of APJC’s leading voices in observability, digital resilience, and AI-ready operations. As the Head of Observability for Asia Pacific and Japan (APJC) at Splunk, she helps some of the region’s largest enterprises and government agencies navigate cloud complexity, harness real-time insights, and build the resilient digital foundations required for the AI era. With more than two decades across global technology leaders—including Cisco, IBM, Logicalis and Telstra—Christine brings unrivalled depth in enterprise transformation, modern IT operations, and mission-critical infrastructure. Her work shapes how organisations accelerate cloud adoption, reduce downtime, elevate customer experience, and prepare for the next wave of AI-driven innovation. A published thought leader, Christine is the author of “ From Data Chaos to Clarity: Splunk and AWS Power AI Readiness in APAC ”, “ The New Rules of Data Management for the Public Sector ” and “ Harnessing Observability to secure Australia’s critical infrastructure ” Her perspectives are frequently featured in ComputerWeekly, SecurityBrief, and other industry outlets, where she influences regional thinking on data strategy, availability, and operational excellence. Christine is also a passionate advocate for the advancement of women in technology, championing confidence, representation, and inclusion in cybersecurity, data engineering, and platform teams. Known for her clarity, energy, and ability to translate complexity into actionable insight, Christine delivers keynotes that inspire leaders to rethink what’s possible—and to turn data, resilience, and observability into competitive advantage. Authored From Data Chaos to Clarity: Splunk and AWS Power AI Readiness in APAC New Rules of Data Management We need to tame the data dragon – and ride it to new heights Harnessing Observability to secure Australia’s critical infrastructure Quoted/Attributed Australian firms lead in AI and Observability, driving revenue gains ANZ firms spending more on data management ANZ leads in observability investment and business value Let’s Talk: The simple way to handle complex privacy laws Women in leadership Instilling Confidence in Women Leaders Amid Rapid Digital Change (Authored) Cybersecurity leaders urge more women to lead sector evolution (Quoted/Attributed)
• Nathan Smith · Head of Cybersecurity Sales APAC, Splunk Nathan Smith is a seasoned cybersecurity leader with over 20 years of experience delivering cutting-edge security, networking, and data solutions. As Head of Cybersecurity Sales APAC at Splunk, he drives strategic go-to-market initiatives and leads high-performing teams to help organizations strengthen their security posture. With expertise spanning enterprise and government sectors, Nathan has held key roles in sales leadership, account management, and business development. His deep technical knowledge in security, cloud, and data convergence enables him to craft tailored solutions that align with business objectives. A thought leader in cybersecurity, Nathan has contributed to industry councils and frequently speaks at conferences. His ability to think strategically and differentiate solutions makes him a trusted advisor in the field. He holds sales certifications across leading technologies, including Splunk, VMware, Cisco, and Check Point, ensuring he stays ahead in an evolving security landscape.

Partners

• Splunk Splunk, a Cisco company, helps make organizations more digitally resilient. Leading organizations use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Organizations trust Splunk to prevent infrastructure, application and security incidents from becoming major issues, remediate threats and disruptions faster, and adapt quickly to new opportunities. Splunk helps SecOps, ITOps and engineering teams deliver these outcomes with comprehensive visibility, rapid detection and investigation, and optimized response, all accelerated by AI and at the scale necessary for the world's largest organizations.

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