José Antonio López, Group CIO at TOUS - Jewels, Data & AI: Inside the Digital Transformation of TOUS
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Belgium 1-4-25 Country Members Physical french
Le rôle du CIO ne se limite plus à l'infrastructure et aux systèmes informatiques. Il s'agit de stimuler l'innovation, de favoriser la réussite interdépartementale et d'aligner les stratégies technologiques sur les objectifs de l'entreprise. Mais qu'attendent vraiment le CEO, les RH, le marketing, la finance et les autres cadres de niveau C du CIO ? Ces questions seront au cœur d'un débat dynamique, opposant les attentes – qu'elles soient formelles ou implicites – des CIOs et des autres leaders du C-Suite, tels que les DRH, CMOs, CCOs et CFOs. Cette confrontation directe, enrichie par les interactions avec l'audience, permettra de mieux cerner comment les visions des uns et des autres peuvent s'aligner pour relever les défis stratégiques de l'entreprise. Cet événement se déroulera entièrement en français.
Read MoreBelgium 1-4-25 Squad Only Virtual english
In a landscape where cyber threats are increasing and disruptions are constant, resilience becomes essential. Securing core assets, including data and systems, while ensuring uninterrupted operations raises the question: How can companies fortify their defenses and maintain business continuity without overspending?
Read MoreBelgium 1-4-25 Invitation Only Physical english
AI is revolutionising cybercrime, enabling attackers to launch hyper-personalised phishing scams, deepfake fraud, and self-learning malware that evolves faster than traditional security measures can respond. This session will provide valuable insights to help organisations strengthen their cybersecurity posture in an AI-driven threat landscape. The question isn’t if your organisation will be targeted, it’s whether it’s prepared!
Read MoreInternational 3-4-25 english
Italy 3-4-25 Invitation Only Physical italian
In un contesto di minacce informatiche sempre più sofisticate e normative stringenti, il rapporto tra CISOs e Board è diventato essenziale per garantire la resilienza digitale. Questa roundtable offrirà un confronto diretto tra CISOs e CIOs per esplorare strategie di cybersecurity allineate agli obiettivi aziendali. Durante la serata avremo l’opportunità di approfondire il ruolo strategico del CISO, che si sta evolvendo da figura tecnica a consulente chiave per il business. Saranno affrontate tematiche cruciali come la comunicazione efficace del rischio informatico al Board, la giustificazione degli investimenti in cybersecurity, il ruolo dell’IA nella sicurezza e la gestione delle crisi. L’incontro si rivolge a CISOs che vogliono migliorare il dialogo con il Board, membri del Board che desiderano comprendere meglio il loro ruolo nella cybersecurity e leader della sicurezza interessati a colmare il divario tra protezione e crescita aziendale. Un’opportunità di networking e confronto per rafforzare la resilienza digitale delle organizzazioni.
Read MoreGermany Mar 31, 2025 Country Members Virtual english
Organizations - now more than ever - have to move from siloed Systems to Intelligent Ecosystems! But how? Here is where the right tools and strategies come into place.
Read MoreGermany Apr 1, 2025 Country Members Physical german
Dieses CIONET Community Event am 1. April 2025 ab 18:00 Uhr in Frankfurt bietet eine Plattform für eine kritische Reflexion über die Cloud-Technologie. ngesichts wachsender Cyberbedrohungen und der zunehmenden Automatisierung von Geschäftsprozessen blicken CIOs auf ein ereignisreiches Jahr 2024 zurück. Umso spannender ist die Frage, welche neuen Herausforderungen und Chancen die IT-Welt im Jahr 2025 erwarten.AA
Read MoreBelgium Apr 1, 2025 Country Members Physical french
Le rôle du CIO ne se limite plus à l'infrastructure et aux systèmes informatiques. Il s'agit de stimuler l'innovation, de favoriser la réussite interdépartementale et d'aligner les stratégies technologiques sur les objectifs de l'entreprise. Mais qu'attendent vraiment le CEO, les RH, le marketing, la finance et les autres cadres de niveau C du CIO ? Ces questions seront au cœur d'un débat dynamique, opposant les attentes – qu'elles soient formelles ou implicites – des CIOs et des autres leaders du C-Suite, tels que les DRH, CMOs, CCOs et CFOs. Cette confrontation directe, enrichie par les interactions avec l'audience, permettra de mieux cerner comment les visions des uns et des autres peuvent s'aligner pour relever les défis stratégiques de l'entreprise. Cet événement se déroulera entièrement en français.
Read MoreBelgium Apr 1, 2025 Invitation Only Physical english
AI is revolutionising cybercrime, enabling attackers to launch hyper-personalised phishing scams, deepfake fraud, and self-learning malware that evolves faster than traditional security measures can respond. This session will provide valuable insights to help organisations strengthen their cybersecurity posture in an AI-driven threat landscape. The question isn’t if your organisation will be targeted, it’s whether it’s prepared!
Read MoreNetherlands Apr 1, 2025 Invitation Only Physical english
A new global study reveals that 82% of CISOs now report directly to the CEO, a sharp rise from 47% in 2023. This shift highlights the growing influence of cybersecurity leaders in strategic decision-making. On January 23, 2025, Splunk, in collaboration with Oxford Economics, released the CISO Report 2025, outlining the evolving role of CISOs in corporate governance. Key insights include: Stronger Boardroom Presence: 83% of CISOs now frequently participate in board meetings. Bridging the Cybersecurity Gap: Only 29% of boards have a cybersecurity expert, despite growing threats. The ROI of Security: CISOs must articulate security’s business value to secure budgets and drive digital resilience. Join us for an exclusive dinner where top digital leaders and IT directors will discuss these findings and shape the future of cybersecurity leadership.
Read MoreInternational Apr 3, 2025 Public Virtual english
The role of IT and the CIO is undergoing a profound transformation. Three key shifts are driving this evolution: 1. Democratisation: from control to enablement With SaaS, cloud computing and low code/no code tooling and AI now prevalent, lines of business can now experiment, execute and scale their own technology initiatives, reducing dependency on the IT function. The CIO’s new focus is to empower the organisation by establishing the guardrails—standards, security, resilience, financial predictability and compliance—while providing a platform for innovation. 2. IT as strategic partner: from long-term programs to continuous delivery The age of multi-year outsourcing and rigid IT roadmaps is over. Businesses now demand smaller, iterative projects that deliver value quickly. The CIO’s role expands to include facilitating rapid iteration, building cross- functional teams, and leveraging data for responsiveness and relevance. CIOs must create strong, balanced ecosystems with trusted partners who bring a variety of skills to the table, whilst maintaining continuous delivery and integration (CI/CD) at pace. 3. Human-centric: from standardised to personalised As technology is increasingly focused on automation of workflows and user productivity, the emphasis is on role-based approaches, bringing personalisation and efficiency to the delivery model. With key skills at a premium, the CIO must invest in technologies that will deliver a clear return on investment or can be optimised to play a transformative role. Acting as a strategic advisor, the CIO ensures technology investments align with business priorities and future-proofs the organisation. Whilst presenting business cases for investment with clear paths to ROI has always been a core skill, it’s now about harnessing technology to drive strategic growth and contributing to the bottom line. Today’s CIO needs to navigate a complex web of internal stakeholders, who are tech-savvy and more demanding than ever. Softer skills are now at the forefront of the CIOs role; so it’s no surprise that increasing numbers of CIOs are becoming CEOs – an exciting prospect. Join CIONEXT to learn how the role of the CIO is evolving and hear from CIOs who are already making the shift.
Read MoreGermany Mar 31, 2025 Country Members Virtual english
Organizations - now more than ever - have to move from siloed Systems to Intelligent Ecosystems! But how? Here is where the right tools and strategies come into place.
Read MoreGermany Apr 1, 2025 Country Members Physical german
Dieses CIONET Community Event am 1. April 2025 ab 18:00 Uhr in Frankfurt bietet eine Plattform für eine kritische Reflexion über die Cloud-Technologie. ngesichts wachsender Cyberbedrohungen und der zunehmenden Automatisierung von Geschäftsprozessen blicken CIOs auf ein ereignisreiches Jahr 2024 zurück. Umso spannender ist die Frage, welche neuen Herausforderungen und Chancen die IT-Welt im Jahr 2025 erwarten.AA
Read MoreBelgium Apr 1, 2025 Country Members Physical french
Le rôle du CIO ne se limite plus à l'infrastructure et aux systèmes informatiques. Il s'agit de stimuler l'innovation, de favoriser la réussite interdépartementale et d'aligner les stratégies technologiques sur les objectifs de l'entreprise. Mais qu'attendent vraiment le CEO, les RH, le marketing, la finance et les autres cadres de niveau C du CIO ? Ces questions seront au cœur d'un débat dynamique, opposant les attentes – qu'elles soient formelles ou implicites – des CIOs et des autres leaders du C-Suite, tels que les DRH, CMOs, CCOs et CFOs. Cette confrontation directe, enrichie par les interactions avec l'audience, permettra de mieux cerner comment les visions des uns et des autres peuvent s'aligner pour relever les défis stratégiques de l'entreprise. Cet événement se déroulera entièrement en français.
Read MoreBelgium Apr 1, 2025 Invitation Only Physical english
AI is revolutionising cybercrime, enabling attackers to launch hyper-personalised phishing scams, deepfake fraud, and self-learning malware that evolves faster than traditional security measures can respond. This session will provide valuable insights to help organisations strengthen their cybersecurity posture in an AI-driven threat landscape. The question isn’t if your organisation will be targeted, it’s whether it’s prepared!
Read MoreNetherlands Apr 1, 2025 Invitation Only Physical english
A new global study reveals that 82% of CISOs now report directly to the CEO, a sharp rise from 47% in 2023. This shift highlights the growing influence of cybersecurity leaders in strategic decision-making. On January 23, 2025, Splunk, in collaboration with Oxford Economics, released the CISO Report 2025, outlining the evolving role of CISOs in corporate governance. Key insights include: Stronger Boardroom Presence: 83% of CISOs now frequently participate in board meetings. Bridging the Cybersecurity Gap: Only 29% of boards have a cybersecurity expert, despite growing threats. The ROI of Security: CISOs must articulate security’s business value to secure budgets and drive digital resilience. Join us for an exclusive dinner where top digital leaders and IT directors will discuss these findings and shape the future of cybersecurity leadership.
Read MoreInternational Apr 3, 2025 Public Virtual english
The role of IT and the CIO is undergoing a profound transformation. Three key shifts are driving this evolution: 1. Democratisation: from control to enablement With SaaS, cloud computing and low code/no code tooling and AI now prevalent, lines of business can now experiment, execute and scale their own technology initiatives, reducing dependency on the IT function. The CIO’s new focus is to empower the organisation by establishing the guardrails—standards, security, resilience, financial predictability and compliance—while providing a platform for innovation. 2. IT as strategic partner: from long-term programs to continuous delivery The age of multi-year outsourcing and rigid IT roadmaps is over. Businesses now demand smaller, iterative projects that deliver value quickly. The CIO’s role expands to include facilitating rapid iteration, building cross- functional teams, and leveraging data for responsiveness and relevance. CIOs must create strong, balanced ecosystems with trusted partners who bring a variety of skills to the table, whilst maintaining continuous delivery and integration (CI/CD) at pace. 3. Human-centric: from standardised to personalised As technology is increasingly focused on automation of workflows and user productivity, the emphasis is on role-based approaches, bringing personalisation and efficiency to the delivery model. With key skills at a premium, the CIO must invest in technologies that will deliver a clear return on investment or can be optimised to play a transformative role. Acting as a strategic advisor, the CIO ensures technology investments align with business priorities and future-proofs the organisation. Whilst presenting business cases for investment with clear paths to ROI has always been a core skill, it’s now about harnessing technology to drive strategic growth and contributing to the bottom line. Today’s CIO needs to navigate a complex web of internal stakeholders, who are tech-savvy and more demanding than ever. Softer skills are now at the forefront of the CIOs role; so it’s no surprise that increasing numbers of CIOs are becoming CEOs – an exciting prospect. Join CIONEXT to learn how the role of the CIO is evolving and hear from CIOs who are already making the shift.
Read MoreRecognizing the need for a fresh approach to fuel innovation and efficiency, Nordzucker partnered with Stefanini to reimagine their IT landscape. After nearly two decades of working within the ITIL framework without achieving desired performance metrics, the company embraced a bold "greenfield" strategy.
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Inserm relies on external experts to assess job candidates' expertise. This manual process is time-consuming and lacks transparency. To streamline recruitment and enhance efficiency, Inserm seeks an automated solution to verify candidate expertise.
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Embark on a culinary journey through the ever-evolving world of digital leadership with our third edition of the CIONET Cookbook: Recipes for Digital Success. Unveiling the intricate trilemma faced by today’s Master Chefs, our trailblazing European CIOs address a challenge at the nexus of customer interests, digital transformation strategies, and IT modernisation. Their secret? Synchronising the gearing between customer, business, and technology to create a frictionless movement through the digital landscape.
The CIONET Cookbook uses the analogy of a five-star restaurant to explain the importance of optimally integrated technology, with the CIO as Master Chef. In order to provide the best service to its customers, a top restaurant must have the right atmosphere, an inviting menu, a well-equipped kitchen, talented and committed front-of-house and kitchen staff and smooth-running processes that ensure an enjoyable experience for diners.
In this report, Roger Camrass reviews the financial events of 2024 and presents his opinion on investment prospects for 2025 Roger has followed global finance markets closely for over 40 years and summarises trends in investment reports annually1 As former Research Director at CIONET, Europe’s largest community of digital leaders2, Roger has first-hand knowledge of digital trends
CIONET, in partnership with Cognizant and Google Cloud, has conducted an interview-based survey of CIOs, CTOs, or equivalents from leading retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG) organisations . The results show multiple factors disrupting peak trading patterns, including the transition to online retailing and the impacts of climate change, global conflicts, and macroeconomic pressures .
Our first Business Community Event of 2025 explored the challenges B2B startups face in scaling through enterprise contracts, particularly with FTSE 100 companies. Moderated by Craig Walker, CIONET UK, the panel discussed key strategies for success. Insights included the need for business leaders to prioritize partnerships with innovative startups, and for startups to align their value propositions with enterprise needs. Participants also explored how frameworks like design thinking can define objectives, and how governance hurdles can be streamlined. Other topics included the importance of clear timelines for proof-of-concept studies, simplified integration via APIs, and the role of stakeholder commitment in driving innovation. The event highlighted the value of ecosystem partnerships with incubators and universities in supporting startup growth.
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