Belgium Oct 11, 2024 Invitation Only Physical english
Join us for a high-octane conversation as we explore the intersection of data, technology, and business strategy, culminating in an exhilarating on-track experience with Aston Martin's performance-driven race cars. Gain valuable insights from your peers, and leave with actionable strategies to accelerate your organisation's data-driven journey.
Read MoreBelgium Oct 17, 2024 Invitation Only Physical english
Join us for an exclusive evening dedicated to exploring the critical aspects of Incident and Business Continuity Management. This round table dinner brings together top CIOs from Belgium's leading organisations to engage in strategic discussions and to share experiences. We will learn from the real-world cases of managing significant incidents presented by Luk Bruynseels of Telenet and Gert De Laet of Digipolis.
Read MoreBelgium Nov 5, 2024 Invitation Only Physical english
Join us for an exclusive CIONET Round Table where we'll dive deep into the complexities of AI at scale and we will discuss how you can design a corporate operating model that is natively AI enabled. Engage in thought-provoking discussions with industry leaders, share best practices, and explore the strategies necessary to harness the full potential of AI.
Read MorePublished on: September 25, 2024 @ 8:59 AM
In this edition of CIONET Trailblazer, we dive into MindWave’s unique strategy of operating between Belgium and Greece in an exclusive interview with Johan Nagels, CEO & Founder of MindWave. With a mission to solve one of the key challenges facing CIOs—finding IT resources at a reasonable cost—MindWave’s dual presence drives innovation and offers competitive solutions through nearshoring. We explore how this cross-cultural collaboration enhances their growth and how they are capitalising on Greece's emerging tech scene while staying competitive in the evolving global talent landscape.
Published on: August 28, 2024 @ 10:10 AM
LCL has managed to position itself as a leader in sustainability within the data center industry. We spoke to Laurens van Reijen, Managing Director, and Steve De Craene, Finance Manager, about how they integrated sustainable practices into their operations, the strategic insights that drove their journey, and the key takeaways from their second sustainability report. This episode of CIONET Trailblazer explores how LCL’s approach to environmental responsibility is setting new standards in the industry and offers practical lessons for organisations striving to innovate sustainably.
Published on: July 31, 2024 @ 9:20 AM
In this CIONET Trailblazer episode, together with Laetitia Dierinck, VP Business Excellence Acceleration - SME/LE, we explore the transformative leadership style that has become a cornerstone of Telenet Business's success: Servant Leadership. See how this approach empowers teams, fosters innovation, and creates a resilient organisational culture. Discover what defines this leadership philosophy and how you can integrate these principles to drive growth and engagement within your organisation.
Published on: July 02, 2024 @ 10:51 AM
About the LCL Sustainability Report 2023
This sustainability report is the second of its kind for LCL. Since the first report, they have made significant progress in addressing environmental impact, social impact, and good governance. LCL's dedication to achieving climate neutrality by 2030 remains steadfast, as does their commitment to communicate the progress. With this report, LCL wants to show how they - in the world of data centres - are paying more attention to their impact on the environment and society. The central theme of our Sustainability Report, ‘Together We Thrive’, is a testimony to their belief that collective action and connection are essential. As trailblazers in their field, they want to inspire, invite and motivate all stakeholders - customers, partners, suppliers, employees, and governments - to join them on our journey to sustainability. This report also provides an opportunity for stakeholders to see how their business is evolving and to provide feedback on LCL's sustainability performance.
Published on: June 26, 2024 @ 2:25 PM
Those who want to continue growing, innovating, and competing in the digital age must digitise. Digital transformation processes are crucial for organisations, but executing them successfully proves to be a major challenge: 70% of digital transformations fail. Why? Because one factor is often overlooked: the relationship between people and technology.
This edition of the CIONET Trailblazer Series delves into this challenge with Pascal Laffineur, CEO at Yuma. Pascal shares his insights on a successful digital transformation that people want to work with. This process changes not only the way organisations work but also their identity and culture. Therefore, when digitising, it is crucial not to overlook the human element that underlies every facet of business operations. After all, organisations operate with people to deliver value for other people.
Published on: June 21, 2024 @ 11:23 AM
Lorenzo Bernardi, Head of Security Services de NRB, nous explique comment l’entreprise basée à Herstal s’investit dans la lutte cruciale de la cybersécurité des organisations belges et internationales.
Published on: June 21, 2024 @ 11:17 AM
Lorenzo Bernardi, Head of Security Services at NRB, explains how the Herstal-based Group is committed to the crucial fight for the cybersecurity of Belgian and international organisations.
Published on: May 31, 2024 @ 4:37 PM
Did you know that, on average, companies waste 30% of their cloud spend due to inefficiencies? As more businesses adopt artificial intelligence (AI) and migrate to the cloud, managing cloud spend has become a critical challenge. In this era of optimising operations and minimising costs, organisations are constantly seeking innovative ways to leverage AI advancements like Open AI GPT-3.5 and GPT-4 to revolutionise their business processes. However, it's important to recognise that choosing the right AI model not only impacts performance but also has significant cost implications. This is where the concept of FinOps comes into play.
Published on: May 29, 2024 @ 9:13 AM
In this edition of the CIONET Trailblazer, we sit down with Pierre Marchand, Chief Data Strategist at Cognizant, to discuss the strategic considerations behind AI investments. Pierre provides valuable insights into how organisations can identify AI projects and use cases that offer the greatest value. We explore the importance of aligning business and IT strategies, leveraging data products, and fostering collaboration to enhance AI's impact. With practical advice and proven strategies, Pierre offers a comprehensive guide to achieving successful AI adoption and maximising value creation.
Published on: April 24, 2024 @ 9:31 AM
In an age where data is as valuable as currency, organisations must understand its worth and learn how to navigate its tides. As the Product Marketing & Solutions Marketing Director for EMEA & LATAM at Denodo, Errol Rodericks has seen firsthand the transformative power of data when properly harnessed. Herein lies a chart for navigating the complexities of data-driven transformation, democratisation, ethical considerations, and the significance of data products, from the perspective of a modern-day organisation.
Published on: March 27, 2024 @ 10:49 AM
How to face the challenge of adopting advanced ‘cloud’- technology while maintaining strict security measures? That is the key question this edition of the CIONET Trailblazer Series delves into with Pieter Molen, Technical Director Benelux at Trend Micro. Pieter shares valuable insights on enhancing cloud security architectures and fostering a culture of shared accountability. Aimed at digital and IT leaders navigating the complexities of cloud security, this conversation offers innovative strategies for reducing risks and maximising business opportunities. We also explore the future of cloud computing, where innovation and security intersect to redefine digital transformation.
Published on: March 15, 2024 @ 3:29 PM
As we move deeper into 2024, it is imperative for data management leaders to look in their rear-view mirrors to assess and, if needed, refine their data management strategies. One thing is clear; if data-centric organisations want to succeed in 2024, they will need to prepare for an environment in which data is increasingly distributed.
Published on: March 15, 2024 @ 3:11 PM
Artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and deep learning (DL) have the potential to transform all aspects of business, from customers and employees to development and operations. Building AI/ML into your applications can help you achieve measurable business outcomes. Read this e-book to learn how Red Hat can help you build a production-ready AI/ML environment that accelerates the development and delivery of intelligent applications to support your business goals.
Published on: March 05, 2024 @ 10:49 AM
Ever wonder why everyone's talking about data? It's not just a buzzword — it's the secret sauce for making smarter decisions, understanding your customers, and saving money. When you follow the data instead of gut feelings, you're on the path to better pricing, effective marketing, and products people actually want.
Published on: February 28, 2024 @ 9:11 AM
Deloitte's Tech Trends 2024 offers an outlook on how emerging technologies are pivotal to strategic business transformation. In this CIONET Trailblazer episode, Deloitte unveils the profound impact of innovations like generative AI and digital twins on industry paradigms, highlighting their role in driving competitive advantage and operational excellence. Featuring insights from Tom Van Boxstael, AI & Data Partner at Deloitte, the discussion provides a comprehensive roadmap for businesses aiming to navigate and capitalise on the digital revolution, ensuring readiness for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
Published on: February 27, 2024 @ 2:01 PM
The internet we know and love today was initially built in the 1960s as a communication system that would survive a nuclear war. That is why Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) was invented - to specify how computers transfer data from one device to another. However, it was also built with the vision that information should be free and that a network could and should be trusted.
Published on: February 07, 2024 @ 10:27 AM
In well-chosen, sustainable partnerships lie powerful levers. LCL therefore takes on the role of ambassador for Close the Gap (mission: reducing the digital divide worldwide) and Digital For Youth (mission: safe and easy access to a laptop for all children and youth in Belgium). By giving enterprises’ ICT equipment a second life, Close the Gap reduces waste and increases opportunities for those who have less. As a pacesetter, the data centre company shares that impactful story with its stakeholders.
Published on: January 31, 2024 @ 9:31 AM
All companies, no matter their industry, share a common challenge with their IT environment: growing complexity. To anticipate the pitfalls this complexity brings in terms of reliability, security and efficiency of IT operations, new ways of working are being adopted. These modern ways of working such as agile and continuous integration / continuous deployment already used in the world of application development, have trickled over to IT Operations and have proven their merits. ModernOps is gaining widespread adoption among companies, transcending traditional boundaries and proving to be a transformative force.
In this episode of the CIONET Trailblazer, Hendrik Devos, technology Lead at Kyndryl Belux and Marnix Gillis, Distinguished Engineer at Kyndryl talk about how ModernOps transforms IT organisations by fostering a collaborative culture that prioritises adaptability, innovation and continuous learning, ultimately driving sustainable business outcomes.
Published on: January 24, 2024 @ 3:50 PM
Can we talk about translations? We’ve heard many, many clients tell us what a hurdle translations can be. Human translation gets you the best results, but it takes a lot of time and can be expensive. Machine translation seems like a great alternative, but you never know what you’re getting. You’d almost be tempted to start copying your content and pasting it into ChatGPT for better results.
Published on: January 19, 2024 @ 2:50 PM
Canon USA works with a large network of vendors. Its finance department struggled to receive and process as many as 5,000 vendor invoices a month—most of them filled with a complex matrix of information like date ranges, machine serial numbers, meter readings, fuel fees, and other charges. On top of that, many of the invoices were created on paper documents, and much of the processing involved invoices for relatively small dollar amounts—sometimes less than $150.
Published on: December 20, 2023 @ 8:57 AM
In this CIONET Trailblazer episode, "Preventing AI Unleashed: Ethical and Legal Frontiers," we delve into the transformative impact of generative AI. Joining us are Wouter Travers, a Technology Advisory expert at PwC, and Loïc Delanghe, Senior Managing Associate IP/IT/Data law and a Certified Data Protection Expert at PwC Legal. Together, we'll explore the reshaping of industries through AI and the crucial need for aligning technological advancements with ethical and legal benchmarks.
Published on: November 29, 2023 @ 11:45 AM
In this episode of the CIONET Trailblazer, we meet Jelle Schroven, Regional Director Belux at Zscaler. Together, we delve into how Zero Trust, traditionally a security framework, is evolving into a crucial enabler for business transformation. This discussion not only focuses on Zscaler's implementation but also on the broader application and impact of Zero Trust in the industry.
Published on: October 25, 2023 @ 9:21 AM
In this CIONET Trailblazer episode, we're joined by Olivier Lallemand, Chief Operations Officer, Applications at NRB. We'll question whether organisations should employ multiple cloud computing services rather than relying on one. With Olivier's expertise, we'll uncover strategies, real-world applications, and practical insights essential for navigating the challenges of single or multi-cloud environments.
Digital Transformation is redefining the future of health care and health delivery. All stakeholders are convinced that these innovations will create value for patients, healthcare practitioners, hospitals, and governments along the patient pathway. The benefits are starting from prevention and awareness to diagnosis, treatment, short- and long-term follow-up, and ultimately survival. But how do you make sure that your working towards an architecturally sound, secure and interoperable health IT ecosystem for your hospital and avoid implementing a hodgepodge of spot solutions? How does your IT department work together with the other stakeholders, such as the doctors and other healthcare practitioners, Life Sciences companies, Tech companies, regulators and your internal governance and administrative bodies?
Read MoreThe Telenet Business Leadership Circle powered by CIONET, offers a platform where IT executives and thought leaders can meet to inspire each other and share best practices. We want to be a facilitator who helps you optimise the performance of your IT function and your business by embracing the endless opportunities that digital change brings.
Read MoreDécouvrez la dynamique du leadership numérique aux Rencontres de CIONET, le programme francophone exclusif de CIONET pour les leaders numériques en Belgique, rendu possible grâce au soutien et à l'engagement de nos partenaires de programme : Deloitte, Denodo et Red Hat. Rejoignez trois événements inspirants par an à Liège, Namur et en Brabant Wallon, où des CIOs et des experts numériques francophones de premier plan partagent leurs perspectives et expériences sur des thèmes d'affaires et de IT actuels. Laissez-vous inspirer et apprenez des meilleurs du secteur lors de sessions captivantes conçues spécialement pour soutenir et enrichir votre rôle en tant que CIO pair. Ne manquez pas cette opportunité de faire partie d'un réseau exceptionnel d'innovateurs numériques !
Read MoreCIONET is committed to highlighting and celebrating female role models in IT, Tech & Digital, creating a leadership programme that empowers and elevates women within the tech industry. This initiative is dedicated to showcasing the achievements and successes of leading women, fostering an environment where female role models are recognised, and their contributions can ignite progress and inspire the next generation of women in IT. Our mission is to shine the spotlight a little brighter on female role models in IT, Tech & Digital, and to empower each other through this inner network community.
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