Welcome to the CIONET Publication Hub, the go-to source for vision and experience sharing within Europe’s largest community of digital leaders. By synthesising the first-hand practices of over 12,000 senior digital executives, we provide the insights, research, and peer-led intelligence you need to lead with confidence.
From the visionary recipes of the CIONET Cookbook to our in-depth Research Reports and the though-provoking CIONET Leadership Deep Dive interviews and Podcasts, our content explores the intersection of human talent and technological innovation. Whether you are scaling Generative AI, hardening your cyber defence, or leading a cultural transformation, our publications offer a roadmap for those who refuse to just keep pace, but instead choose to set the digital agenda.
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The CIONET Cookbooks are a flagship publication series that distils the strategic expertise of world-class digital leaders into actionable "recipes" for business success. Each edition explores how top CIOs master complex challenges,such as AI integration, cloud migration, and sustainable leadership, by blending innovative technology with organisational culture. By sharing these peer-tested blueprints, the series provides a practical roadmap for executives looking to transform their enterprises and drive measurable value.
Published on: May 07, 2026 @ 4:02 PM
Key Takeaways
Published on: May 05, 2026 @ 1:03 PM
Es gibt Momente in Technologie-Diskussionen, in denen sich der Ton verändert. Weg von der Frage, ob etwas kommt – hin zu der Frage, wie man mit einer neuen Realität arbeitet. Die Diskussion auf dem CIOFEST am 23.04. war genau so ein Moment.
Published on: May 04, 2026 @ 11:51 AM
Kwiecień w TRIBES pokazał organizacje działające pod rosnącą presją zmian w obszarach HR, IT i bezpieczeństwa. Wspólnym mianownikiem wszystkich dyskusji była konieczność przejścia od podejścia reaktywnego do bardziej świadomego i systemowego zarządzania – zarówno kosztami, jak i technologią oraz danymi.
Jawność wynagrodzeń, rosnące koszty infrastruktury, automatyzacja CI/CD, DevSecOps czy zarządzanie ryzykiem w łańcuchu dostaw IT – we wszystkich tych tematach wybrzmiewało to samo napięcie: między transparentnością, kontrolą i skalowalnością.
Organizacje coraz częściej opierają swoje decyzje na danych i automatyzacji, jednocześnie redefiniując rolę ludzi, procesów i odpowiedzialności. Transformacja przestaje być projektem technologicznym – staje się sposobem zarządzania złożonością biznesu.
I być może właśnie to jest dziś najważniejsza zmiana: nie to, jakie technologie wdrażamy, ale jak bardzo jesteśmy gotowi żyć w systemach, które są coraz bardziej przejrzyste, powiązane i… bez możliwości powrotu do „starego porządku”.
Published on: April 29, 2026 @ 9:11 AM
In an era where the digital network is no longer the "plumbing" but the foundational layer of societal continuity, this CIONET Trailblazer, featuring Peter Willekens, VP SME-LE Operations at Telenet Business, explores the critical evolution of the CIO's role. The discussion delves into how network incidents have escalated to societal disruptions, pushing technology decisions into the boardroom. It examines the risks of fragmented connectivity and the essential shift toward a "Managed Secured Network." Ultimately, Peter explains how CIOs can transition from technical stewards to "guardians of trust," focusing on anticipatory resilience, controlled delegation, and "engineered trust".
Published on: April 28, 2026 @ 1:17 PM
Cloud was never meant to be political. It entered the enterprise as a promise of agility, then became a lever for cost efficiency. Today, it raises a more uncomfortable question: who is actually in control?
Published on: April 24, 2026 @ 3:20 PM
Si è appena concluso il CIOFEST 2026, l’appuntamento annuale della nostra community di Digital Leader, e il messaggio emerso è inequivocabile: l’Intelligenza Artificiale non è più solo un progetto tecnologico da gestire. È una forza profonda, un "collega sintetico” che sta ridisegnando il DNA stesso delle nostre organizzazioni.
Published on: April 21, 2026 @ 8:48 AM
CIOnet: What Works, What Doesn’t - Lessons from CIOs
Published on: April 15, 2026 @ 10:31 PM
Die Realität vieler CIOs
Published on: April 01, 2026 @ 11:17 AM
Under the vaulted ceilings of one of London’s most storied venues, one hundred and twenty of the European’s pre-eminent digital leaders gathered for the CIONET Awards 2026 Gala event. A symphony of innovation, leadership, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.
Published on: March 31, 2026 @ 3:42 PM
Marzec był miesiącem pełnym inspirujących spotkań w ramach naszego programu – od Data & AI, po Security i People Tribe. W minionych tygodniach poruszaliśmy tematy, które dziś są kluczowe dla firm: jak wprowadzać AI tam, gdzie są dane, jak budować świadomą i skuteczną linię obrony w cyberbezpieczeństwie, jak przygotować systemy AI do wejścia na rynek, a także jak liderzy mogą zwiększać produktywność zespołów i monetyzować dane w nowoczesnym biznesie.
Published on: March 26, 2026 @ 3:37 PM
Organisations Overlook AI Risk as Governance Fails to Keep Up
TrendAI™ research reveals pressure to deploy AI for business speed is outpacing control, visibility and accountability
DALLAS, March 25, 2026 – Global AI security leader TrendAI™ has published new research revealing that organisations worldwide are pushing ahead with AI deployment despite known security and compliance risks.
Published on: March 25, 2026 @ 9:58 AM
The Role of AI in Resolving IT Disruptions
Published on: March 25, 2026 @ 9:58 AM
Most organisations today have invested in mentoring in one form or another, and for good reason. It creates space for people to learn, reflect and navigate their careers with more confidence. These conversations matter and are often genuinely valuable.
Published on: March 23, 2026 @ 10:50 PM
We do not always realise it in the moment, but technology changes how we think, how we reason, and how we solve problems.
Published on: March 18, 2026 @ 7:39 AM
What happens when you put 40 security and technology leaders in a room and ask them to stop presenting and start problem-solving? You get the kind of insights that don't make it into vendor whitepapers.
Published on: March 17, 2026 @ 4:14 PM
Starke Partnerschaften treiben Innovation voran: Wir freuen uns, Britenet als neuen Partner an unserer Seite zu haben! Das Unternehmen kombiniert erstklassiges IT-Staffing mit technologischer Exzellenz und wird unsere Community mit wertvollen Impulsen für eine KI-gesteuerte Zukunft bereichern.
Published on: March 13, 2026 @ 3:43 PM
26th February 2026 – TrendAI, a business unit of Trend Micro, has released new research demonstrating how artificial intelligence (AI) can automate open-source intelligence collection and transform public LinkedIn activity into highly actionable targeting material.
The proof of concept shows how posts, images and metadata from public professional profiles can be collected, analysed and operationalised into personalised spear-phishing content at machine speed.
Published on: March 06, 2026 @ 9:26 AM
Published on: March 02, 2026 @ 1:22 PM
W lutym odbyły się spotkania poświęcone najnowszym trendom w technologii – od interakcji bez ekranów, przez zarządzanie metrykami i ryzykiem, po kontrolę kosztów w chmurze. Eksperci pokazali, jak w praktyce wykorzystać innowacje, automatyzację i dane, aby zespoły IT i biznes działały sprawniej i efektywniej.
Published on: February 25, 2026 @ 11:01 AM
23rd February 2026 - TrendAI, a business unit of Trend Micro, has released new research showing how public social media photos can be quickly converted into highly personalised phishing campaigns using widely available AI tools.
Published on: February 25, 2026 @ 9:00 AM
The Architecture of Trust: Ben Neo on the CIO’s 2026 CX Playbook
Published on: February 24, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
Sovereignty… yes, I know, I just dropped one of the most overloaded buzzwords of the year. But bear with me.
Published on: February 19, 2026 @ 11:22 AM
CIONET ShareSphere "THE FIRST 72 HOURS - The CIO/CISO Playbook für Führung im Cyberbreach"
Published on: February 19, 2026 @ 10:57 AM
Digital leadership used to be about building the best library. We curated the "best-of-breed" books, organised the shelves, and made sure the lights stayed on. But the library was quiet. It waited for someone to walk in and ask a question.
Published on: February 18, 2026 @ 10:20 AM
CIONET begrüßt Cohesity als neuen Business-Partner
CIONET Research Reports provide deep-dives into the most pressing technological and strategic challenges, developed in collaboration with leading academic institutions and international business partners. These reports combine quantitative data with qualitative insights from the digital C-suite to offer evidence-based guidance on topics such as intelligent automation, cybersecurity, and the evolving role of the CIO. By benchmarking industry trends and identifying emerging best practices, they empower digital leaders to make informed, data-driven decisions for their organisations.
CIONET TV and Podcasts offer a dynamic multimedia experience, featuring our signature Leadership Deep Dive series of face-to-face interviews with the world’s most influential digital architects. These sessions go beyond the surface of technology to explore the personal journeys, leadership philosophies, and hard-earned lessons of global CIOs. By uncovering the individual drivers and defining moments that shaped their careers, we delve into why these leaders have reached the pinnacle of their profession and what truly makes them tick. This unique platform provides members with the opportunity to gain inspiration and strategic foresight through the voices of the peers who are actively shaping the digital future.
For leaders on the move, these insightful conversations from CIONET TV are also available in a dedicated podcast format, allowing you to gain inspiration and strategic foresight during your commute, or wherever your schedule takes you. This multi-channel approach ensures that the voices of the peers actively shaping our digital future are always within reach.