CTO Day Sydney
Tech Visionaries Leading the Charge in Digital Transformation for Business Success
The Crown, Sydney, Australia
Hosted by Factor
- 100 attendees
- 8 hours
Overview
Join us for a dynamic CTO / DevOps event where industry leaders converge to explore and define the future of technological leadership. Through keynote presentations, fireside chats, and panel discussions, we'll delve into crafting visionary strategies, spearheading digital business initiatives, ensuring smooth technology operations, and driving agility in infrastructure. This event promises actionable insights and invaluable networking opportunities for those at the forefront of driving digital innovation.
What we will cover
- Demonstrating ROI By calculating ROI, CIOs can evaluate the profitability and efficiency of various initiatives, helping organisations prioritise investments that offer the greatest return relative to their costs.
- Business Alignment Aligning IT and Data Strategies with Business Goals: Integrating IT and data initiatives to drive overall business success.
- Security & Resilience With the rise of sophisticated cyber threats such as ransomware, phishing, and data breaches, organisations across all sectors are prioritising robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard sensitive information and maintain operational continuity.
- Emerging Technologies Future-proofing IT Strategies and Leveraging Emerging Technologies: Adapting to emerging tech trends, building resilient IT infrastructure, and fostering innovation.
- Cost Optimisation Implementing cost-saving measures, optimising resource allocation, and leveraging automation to reduce IT expenditure.
- AI & Productivity Integrating artificial intelligence to streamline workflows, boost efficiency, and drive innovation in the workplace.
- Talent Development Addressing the challenge of upskilling IT teams and attracting digital talent, focusing on leadership in a tech-driven world.
- Customer Experience Exploring strategies to elevate customer interactions, personalisation, and engagement, ensuring competitive differentiation and loyalty.
- Cloud & Infrastructure Optimising cloud and IT infrastructure strategies to boost scalability, improve system performance, and reduce costs while maintaining security and seamless integration with business processes.
- Risk Management Developing comprehensive risk management strategies that safeguard organisations from potential IT disruptions, ensuring continuity and resilience in the face of evolving cybersecurity threats.
- Compliance in Tech Ensuring effective governance by aligning IT operations with regulatory standards, strengthening internal controls, and maintaining compliance in an ever-changing legal and technological environment.
- Quantum Computing This emerging technology promises ultra-secure encryption methods resistant to hacking, making it ideal for safeguarding sensitive data.
Agenda
- Registration & Welcome Coffee(CTO Day)
- Welcome Address & Introduction(CTO Day)
- Navigating the Tech Frontier: Peer Problems, Performance, Plans and Preparation for Productivity(CTO Day) This keynote explores the intricate dynamics at the intersection of technology and business management, focusing on peer challenges, performance metrics, and the strategic plans of CTOs aimed at enhancing productivity. By examining how CTOs navigate technological advancements and address peer-related issues, the research provides insights into optimising organisational performance and preparing for future tech-driven landscapes.
- Embracing Change: Cultivating a Culture of Adaptability in IT(CTO Day) This keynote delves into strategies for fostering a culture of adaptability within business and organisational culture. It emphasises the importance of nurturing a change-resilient mindset among employees, the crucial role of leadership in steering and inspiring change, and the integration of agile practices to promote continuous improvement. Attendees will gain practical insights on how to navigate and lead through the evolving landscape of business and culture effectively. Discussion points: Developing a Change-Resilient Mindset Across Teams. Leadership’s Role in Inspiring and Guiding Adaptability. Integrating Agile Practices for Ongoing Cultural and Operational Improvement.
- Using Technology to Hack Your Way Out of an AI Productivity Slump(CTO Day) Real world AI and analytics approaches can be expensive and often miss out on the benefits they were designed to deliver in the first place. We discuss a tangible technology stack that you can implement to dramatically and measurably enhance your AI and analytics productivity by at least 4.6 times over other approaches. Accelerate innovation Accelerate decisioning Save money Edge out competitors
- Leveraging Generative AI for Enterprise Workforce Productivity(CTO Day) This session explores the integration of generative AI into enterprise-level operations to facilitate transformative changes in workforce dynamics and efficiency. It delves into the potential of AI-driven solutions to streamline day-to-day operations, enhance productivity, and unlock new avenues for innovation within businesses. Discussion points: Enterprise-level Integration of Generative AI. Impact on Workforce Dynamics. Addressing Challenges and Ethical Considerations. Future Trends and Opportunities.
- Embracing GenAI, the New Era of Data and Analytics(CTO Day) GenAI is ushering in a new era of data and analytics. In this Data Renaissance, you need solutions that center the human experience and drive outcomes while maintaining transparency and security. In this keynote, find out how ThoughtSpot's AI-Powered Analytics platform can put your people back at the center of data-driven decision-making, so you and your organisation can achieve the extraordinary.
- Morning Tea & Networking(CTO Day)
- The Evolving Role of the CIO: Synergising Cybersecurity and Risk Management(IT & Disruption) [Fireside Chat] This session delves into how CIOs can effectively synchronise cybersecurity with risk management by strategically aligning security measures with business objectives, fostering a resilient cybersecurity culture, and enhancing incident response and recovery plans. Gain insights into integrating security efforts with organisational goals and strengthening their overall risk management approach. Discussion points: Strategic Alignment of Cybersecurity with Business Objectives. Building a Resilient Cybersecurity Culture. Enhancing Incident Response and Recovery Plans.
- Driving Agility in Infrastructure for Rapid Business Responses(AI, Data & Infrastructure) Explore how to drive agility in infrastructure to swiftly respond to business changes. This session will cover creating a flexible IT environment, harnessing the power of automation for dynamic scaling, and ensuring rapid adaptation to security needs in an ever-evolving landscape. Discussion points: Creating a Flexible IT Environment. Harnessing Automation for Dynamic Scaling. Ensuring Rapid Adaptation to Security Needs.
- Strengthening Cybersecurity in Modern Organisations(IT & Disruption) [Fireside Chat] In an increasingly digital world, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more critical. This guide provides actionable insights to help businesses navigate the complex landscape of cyber threats and bolster their defences against attacks. Discussion points: Learn how to identify vulnerabilities and implement preemptive measures to mitigate risks before they escalate. Discover the importance of fostering a culture of cybersecurity through comprehensive training programs for all staff members. Explore the latest tools and technologies designed to enhance protection and ensure compliance in a rapidly evolving cyber environment.
- The Data Leader’s Journey from Data Custodian to Business Driver(AI, Data & Infrastructure) [Fireside Chat] Delve into the evolving role of the data leader as a pivotal driver of business success through direct collaboration with business leaders. Discover how data leaders have transitioned from mere custodians of data to strategic partners, driving innovation and aligning data initiatives with overarching business objectives. Discussion points: Role evolution: Data leaders driving business innovation. Strategic alignment: Aligning data initiatives with goals through direct collaboration with business leaders. Change factor: disruptions and innovations.
- Intelligent Content Management ― Building a Secure, AI-Powered Unstructured Data Strategy(IT & Disruption) In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the fusion of AI with content management is transforming how organisations operate. AI converts content into actionable knowledge, automates workflows with unmatched precision, and strengthens data security. This presentation will explore the latest advancements in intelligent content management systems. Industry experts will delve into how AI-powered tools can help you automate processes, harness the collective knowledge within your organisation, and safeguard your most valuable assets. Accelerating Workflows with AI-Powered Automation Transforming Content into Actionable Knowledge Enhancing Data Security with Intelligent Content Management Overcoming Legacy System Challenges in AI Integration
- Data Management – The Backbone to your AI journey(AI, Data & Infrastructure) This keynote will explore the considerations an organization needs to address on their AI journey. How will you leverage AI to achieve cost efficiencies, reduce risk and gain a competitive advantage. Large amounts of data is generated when operating AI solutions and it is vital for organisations to manage, secure and protect it. Lenovo and Intel® collaborate to deliver solutions to achieve this. Discussion points : Data Management & Storage in the Era of AI Securing & Protecting your Data in the AI world Data-led enterprise strategy
- Strategic Approaches to Achieving Long-Term Gender Equality in Technology(IT & Disruption) [Fireside Chat] Recognising the significance of sustained efforts, the discussion revolves around implementing effective change management strategies to overcome challenges and foster an inclusive environment. By examining long-term sustainability in the context of gender equality, this discourse aims to provide insights into cultivating a lasting impact in the ever-evolving landscape of technology. Discussion points: Holistic Change Management: Addressing policies and procedures but also fostering a cultural shift within organisations. Empowering Women in Tech Through Mentorship and Skill Development: To achieve lasting gender equality in technology, it is crucial to empower women through mentorship programs and skill development initiatives. Measuring and Monitoring Progress: A key aspect of long-term sustainability in gender equality efforts is the establishment of robust metrics and monitoring mechanisms.
- Enterprise Architecture and Infrastructure Management(AI, Data & Infrastructure) [Fireside Chat] Join our discussion to delve into strategies for building a resilient future through enterprise architecture and infrastructure management. Experts will discuss designing robust IT architectures, leveraging capability modelling for strategic advantage, and ensuring security and reliability in complex infrastructure environments. Discussion points: Designing Robust IT Architectures. Capability Modelling for Strategic Advantage. Ensuring Security and Reliability in Infrastructure.
- Disruptive Technologies to Transform the Future(IT & Disruption) This session explores how disruptive and emerging technologies can be harnessed to drive competitive advantage and transform business processes. Attendees will gain insights into leveraging these technologies for innovation while navigating the challenges of digital transformation to successfully adapt to a rapidly evolving future. Discussion points: Adopting Emerging Technologies for Competitive Advantage. Transforming Business Processes through Digital Innovation. Navigating the Challenges of Digital Transformation.
- Harnessing AI and Strategic Technology Innovation(AI, Data & Infrastructure) Join our panel to explore how organisations can accelerate digital transformation by harnessing AI and strategic technology innovation. Discover insights on crafting a future-ready technology strategy, leveraging AI for business transformation, and supporting sustainable growth through technology. Discussion points: Crafting a Future-Ready Technology Strategy. Leveraging AI for Business Transformation. Supporting Sustainable Growth through Technology.
- Lunch Break & Peer Connect
- Peer-led Roundtable Discussions(IT Strategy & Future Outlook) Instead of a designated expert leading the discussion, participate in sharing your insights, experiences, and perspectives with your peers. These discussions are often structured to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute, and they can be highly effective for generating new ideas, problem-solving, and building connections within a professional or academic community.
- Peer-led Roundtable Discussions(Ethics & Governance) Instead of a designated expert leading the discussion, participate in sharing your insights, experiences, and perspectives with your peers. These discussions are often structured to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute, and they can be highly effective for generating new ideas, problem-solving, and building connections within a professional or academic community. Discussion Topics: A - Agile Strategy B - Digital Transformation & AI C - Risk Management D - Compliance & Regulations E - Strategic Alignment F - Quantum Communication
- Driving Operational Excellence, Cutting Costs, and Maximising ROI(IT Strategy & Future Outlook) [Fireside Chat] This discussion will cover driving operational excellence, cutting costs, and maximising ROI. Attendees will gain insights into how CIOs can strategically align IT with business goals, implement efficient cost reduction strategies, and make high-impact investments to achieve maximum financial return. The session will cover actionable approaches to optimise operations, streamline costs, and ensure IT investments deliver lasting value. Discussion points: Aligning IT Strategy with Business Objectives for Operational Excellence. Practical Cost Reduction Techniques in IT. Maximising ROI through High-Impact IT Investments.
- Implementing Platforms, Breaking Silos and Attracting Talent(Ethics & Governance) [Fireside Chat] In today's data-driven landscape, organisations face the dual challenge of harnessing the full potential of their data while overcoming silos and talent shortages. This session explores key strategies for addressing these challenges. Discussion points: How can organisations effectively break down data silos to enable seamless access to diverse datasets across departments or teams? In the face of a shortage of data analysts, scientists, and engineers, what strategies can organisations employ to attract and retain top talent in the data domain? As organisations strive for faster and more sophisticated data platforms, what key considerations should they prioritise to ensure these platforms effectively support the generation of actionable insights?
- Quantum Computing: Harnessing the Power of Quantum Mechanics(IT Strategy & Future Outlook) This session explores the transformative potential of quantum computing by delving into its fundamental principles. It highlights the global surge in investment and initiatives driving advancements in quantum computing technologies, shaping a future where quantum supremacy and quantum advantage become tangible realities. Discussion points: Understanding Quantum Computing: Why is it so powerful? Global Investment and Initiatives: How much has been invested in quantum technologies from private and national funds? How much are the big companies, like Google, Microsoft and IBM, investing? The promise of Quantum Technologies: Computation, simulation, sensing and communications. Where to invest: Red and green flags to look out for.
- Data Ethics and Responsible AI Implementation(Ethics & Governance) Examine ethical considerations and best practices in AI and machine learning implementation. Discussion points: Addressing bias and fairness in decision-making algorithms. Establishing transparent and accountable AI governance frameworks. Promoting ethical data use and responsible AI practices.
- Revolutionising Business Through Intelligent Integration(IT Strategy & Future Outlook) This panel explores how intelligent integration of AI can revolutionise business by enhancing strategic decision-making, seamlessly integrating AI across various functions, and addressing critical ethical and operational considerations. Gain insights into leveraging AI for transformative impact while navigating the complexities of responsible implementation. Discussion points: Leveraging AI for Strategic Decision-Making. Integrating AI Across Business Functions. Addressing Ethical and Operational Considerations.
- Closing Remarks(IT Strategy & Future Outlook)
- Closing Remarks(Ethics & Governance)
- Drinks & End of Day(Networking Drinks & End of Day)
Speakers
Madeline Palmer · Editor In Chief, Factor
Dominique Powis · Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Telstra Health
Neha Saxena · Head of Technology Services and Operations, Judo Bank
Sarah Vale · Head of Technology Architecture, Domain
Chris Pratt · General Manager, Alinta Energy
Craig Baty · VP & Head of Research, Factor
Jith Perera · CTO (SESLHD), NSW Health
Christina Giarmatzi · Senior Lecturer in Quantum Physics, Macquarie University
Kristin Auld · Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Australian Federal Police
Jagdeep Singh · Head of Technology Strategy and Transformation, BlueScope
Rajan Balaguru · Portfolio IT Director, IHG Hotels
Ian Robinson · Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Life Without Barriers
Abhishek Singh · General Manager - ICT and Cyber, New Horizons Enterprises Limited
Ingrid Mcalpin · CDIO, Wollongong City Council
Andrew Bakhsh · Head of IT, Australia, GenesisCare
David Reeve · CIO, University of Technology Sydney
Sam Stark · Head of Advanced Analytics Capabilities, Endeavour Group
Andrew Spiegelman · Head of Data and Analytics, Service NSW
Malcolm Wanstall · VP Data, Cochlear
Matthew Stedman · Head of Data Enablement, Seven West Media
Trung Vo · Director, Data Science, ATO
Kristopher Lopez · Head of Data and Analytics, PetSure Australia
Pooyan Asgari · Chief Data Officer, Domain
Janet Mengel · Deputy Head of IT, Reserve Bank of Australia
Darren Adams · Director - Data & Value Enablement, Factor
Dr Tom Gao · Chief Technology and Digital Services Officer, City of Sydney
Cindi Howson · Chief Data and Strategy Officer, ThoughtSpot
Jessica Delfino · APAC Customer Success Lead, Box
Oceane Rime meyer · Account Manager, Intel Corporation Oceane Meyer is a Senior Account Executive at Intel, leading the Retail industry vertical for the APJ region. With over a decade of sales expertise in enterprise technology, she has refined her specialization in edge computing and computer vision. Collaborating with a global network of partners, Oceane drives impactful, sustainable innovation at scale, helping her customers transforms through the adoption of cutting-edge solutions.
Urmez Jesrani · Head of Data and Analytics, Minter Ellison
Mike Anderson · CDIO, Netskope
Simon Edwards · Lead for AI Platform Engineering and Architecture, SAS Institute
Adam Bennett · Solutions Specialist, Lenovo
Partners
- GitLab · Silver
- SAS Institute · Diamond
- ThoughtSpot · Gold ThoughtSpot is the AI-Powered Analytics company. Our mission is to create a more fact-driven world with the easiest to use analytics platform. With ThoughtSpot, anyone can leverage natural language search to ask and answer data questions with confidence. ThoughtSpot enables everyone within an organization to limitlessly engage with live data in any major cloud data platform, making it easy to create and interact with granular, hyper-personalized, and actionable insights. Customers can take advantage of both ThoughtSpot’s web and mobile applications to improve decision-making for every employee, wherever and whenever decisions are made. With ThoughtSpot’s low-code developer-friendly platform, ThoughtSpot Embedded, customers can also embed AI-Powered Analytics to their products and services, monetizing their data and engaging users to keep them coming back for more.
- Lenovo · Gold Lenovo is a US$62 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #217 in the Fortune Global 500, employing 77,000 people around the world, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver smarter technology for all, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company by further expanding into growth areas that fuel the advancement of ‘New IT’ technologies (client, edge, cloud, network, and intelligence) including server, storage, mobile, software, solutions, and services. This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit https://www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub at https://news.lenovo.com/. To learn more about our career opportunities, visit our careers page at http://jobs.lenovo.com/.
- Intel Corporation · Gold Intel’s mission is to shape the future of technology to help create a better future for the entire world. By pushing forward in fields like AI, analytics and cloud-to-edge technology, Intel’s work is at the heart of countless innovations. From major breakthroughs like self-driving cars and rebuilding the coral reefs, to things that make everyday life better like blockbuster effects and improved shopping experiences — they’re all powered by Intel technology. With a career at Intel, you have the opportunity to help make the future more wonderful for everyone.
- Datadog · Silver Datadog is the essential monitoring platform for cloud applications. We bring together data from servers, containers, databases, and third-party services to make your stack entirely observable. These capabilities help DevOps teams avoid downtime, resolve performance issues, and ensure customers are getting the best user experience.
- Ping Identity · Silver
- Dataiku · Bronze Dataiku is the centralized data platform that moves businesses along their data journey from analytics at scale to enterprise AI. By providing a common ground for data experts and explorers, a repository of best practices, shortcuts to machine learning and AI deployment/management, and a centralized, controlled environment, Dataiku is the catalyst for data-powered companies. Customers like Unilever, GE, and Comcast use Dataiku to ensure they are moving quickly and growing exponentially along with the amount of data they’re collecting. By removing roadblocks, Dataiku ensures more opportunity for business-impacting models and creative solutions, allowing teams to work faster and smarter.
- JFrog · Bronze JFrog Ltd. (Nasdaq: FROG), is on a mission to create a world of software delivered without friction from developer to device. Driven by a “Liquid Software” vision, the JFrog Software Supply Chain Platform is a single system of record that powers organizations to build, manage, and distribute software quickly and securely, ensuring it is available, traceable, and tamper-proof. The integrated security features also help identify, protect, and remediate against threats and vulnerabilities. JFrog’s hybrid, universal, multi-cloud platform is available as both self-hosted and SaaS services across major cloud service providers. Millions of users and 7K+ customers worldwide, including a majority of the FORTUNE 100, depend on JFrog to secure their mission-critical software supply chains. Once you leap forward, you won’t go back! Learn more at jfrog.com and follow us on Twitter: @jfrog.
- Box · Silver Box (NYSE:BOX) is the Intelligent Content Cloud, a single platform that enables organizations to fuel collaboration, manage the entire content lifecycle, secure critical content, and transform business workflows with enterprise AI. Founded in 2005, Box simplifies work for leading global organizations, including AstraZeneca, JLL, Morgan Stanley, and Nationwide. Box is headquartered in Redwood City, CA, with offices across the United States, Europe, and Asia. Visit box.com to learn more. And visit box.org to learn more about how Box empowers nonprofits to fulfill their mission
- Mendix · Bronze Mendix, a Siemens business and the global leader in enterprise low-code, revolutionizes the way applications are built in the digital enterprise. With the Mendix platform, organizations can broaden their development capability and fix the myriad business challenges that need to be addressed through software. IT and the business collaborate to make apps with rich native experiences that are intelligent, proactive, and contextual. With a holistic low-code platform like Mendix users can also modernize core systems and build large app portfolios to keep pace with business growth. The Mendix platform enables continuous collaboration between those who build the software and those who use it – this accelerates the application development lifecycle and supports iterative deployment at scale. Organizations can create modern, flexible applications quickly in a tool that maintains the highest standards of security, quality, and governance. The Mendix Platform has been adopted by more than 4,000 leading companies around the world.
- Netskope · Gold
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