CIO Summit 2026

Modern CIOs are pivotal drivers of business transformation. As AI reshapes industries, organizations have to embed intelligence into every aspect of their operations to remain competitive. From automating processes and enhancing decision-making to elevating customer experiences, AI's potential to drive change is huge —but unlocking its value requires strategic leadership and a clear roadmap.

This session will explore how CIOs can leverage AI as a catalyst for enterprise-wide transformation, aligning initiatives with business goals and delivering measurable outcomes.

Join Ekambar Kumar Singirikonda, Director of DevOps Engineering at Toyota, to uncover how to embed AI into your enterprise DNA and lead with confidence in the AI era.

Key Takeaways:
- Discover strategic AI integration techniques that embed AI across enterprise functions to achieve measurable business impact.
- Understand how to evolve as a modern CIO, building executive influence and aligning AI initiatives with business objectives.
- Explore frameworks for evaluating emerging technologies and demonstrating ROI.
- Gain practical approaches to foster innovation, manage change, and upskill teams for AI adoption.
- Learn how to structure multi-year transformation plans that balance innovation with operational stability.