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Dive into the moments and sessions that help you explore big ideas and trends shaping the future of enterprise applications, software engineering and enterprise architecture — with insights from Gartner analysts and world-class peers.

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Hear inspiring sessions on agentic AI, portfolio modernization and intelligent apps delivered by visionary guests and tech innovators.

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Collaborate with fellow application leaders to solve shared challenges, vet strategies and make informed decisions.

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Tackle your biggest tech challenges with seasoned solution providers in the Exhibit Showcase.

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      Why attend? Hear from your peers:

      • “The speakers were excellent, the one-on-ones were valuable and the networking helped me connect with peers facing similar challenges. I left with clear ideas I can apply right away.”

        Michael Garstang
        Application Portfolio Manager, SL 

      • “Best EA and application summit I’ve been to. The content and relevance of topics were valuable and insightful, provoking practical responses from participants.”

        Richard Craig        
        Enterprise Architect, Harbour energy 

      • “Inspiring talks about emerging technologies and challenges ahead of people and technologies. Well-structured sessions with valuable insights. Strongly recommend!”

        Lukasz Fido        
        Head of Engineering, Zooplus AG 
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      Explore learning and networking opportunities

      Tailor your experience at the application conference with analysts, peers and solution providers.

      Learn from Gartner analysts and thought leaders in enterprise applications and more

      Widen your view and focus your plans with objective insights, guidance and content built around your key issues.

      Track Sessions

      Learn about top trends, predictions and survey results from Gartner analysts, and get advice on what to do now and in years ahead.

      Receive the undivided attention of a Gartner analyst during a private, 30-minute consultation to discuss your strategy, next steps and technology decisions.

      Let the experience of visionaries, innovators and renowned thought leaders inspire you — and reframe your thinking about enterprise applications and architecture, and leadership at our business innovation conference. View our 2025 Opening Keynote here.

      Pose tough questions to a single Gartner analyst in an intimate, topic-driven session.

      Connect with your peers

      Network with top technology leaders across regions and industries to build new relationships, broaden your perspectives and uncover new ways to solve problems at this business innovation summit.

      Roundtables

      Exchange insights and best practices with your peers in this Gartner-facilitated, small-group discussion around a specific issue.

      Use these hands-on sessions to explore proven solutions to real-life challenges with peers — all under the guidance of Gartner analysts.

      Accelerate your initiatives by sitting down with peers to hear their leadership stories, real-world challenges, success factors and lessons.

      Build valuable connections through relaxed, peer-led conversations. Share experiences, exchange ideas and learn from others in your industry, area of interest or affinity group.

      Meet a variety of peers in quick, focused conversations designed to help you exchange ideas, share experiences and build valuable professional relationships.

      Unwind, learn from peer experiences and grow your network during planned Meetups, receptions and special events at our innovation summit.

      Consult experienced solution providers

      Test-drive solutions and tackle immediate and long-term issues with the help of leading tech providers.

      Show Floor

      Use this interactive environment to explore new products or services, gain insights from subject matter experts, and engage in peer-to-peer exchanges.

      Make investment decisions based on insights from case studies, thought leadership presentations and live interactions with exhibitors.

      Get a snapshot of the current solution landscape. Exhibitors reveal products and Gartner analysts present findings based on Gartner Magic Quadrant™ insights and the Gartner Hype Cycle™ methodology.

      Gartner Conferences: Curated Expertise. Exclusive Content.

      Interact face-to-face with analysts and leaders in their fields, specialized to help executives achieve their business and organizational goals. View All Sessions

      Get to Know Gartner Analysts

      Discover the unique qualities, extensive industry experience and thorough research that goes into being a Gartner analyst.

      HELP! My End Users Are Not Ready for Intelligent Applications

      The rapid pace of change with artificial intelligence is leading to gaps with...

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      Magic Quadrant Power Session: AI Coding Agents and AI-Augmented Software Testing Tools

      AI-augmented software engineering tools are context-aware, data-driven and increasingly...

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      Artificial General Intelligence Is Coming to Software Engineering First

      AGI won't arrive as packaged software. It requires a world. Software engineering...

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      Strategic Roadmap for Adopting Modern Application Architectures and Technologies

      Legacy application systems based on outdated or degraded technology and application...

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      Bring Your Team

      Attend #GartnerAPPS in London as a team to gain new perspectives, strengthen partnerships and find new ways to work. Together, align on your organization’s mission-critical priorities and focus on what drives results.

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      Technical Insights

      At #GartnerAPPS, you gain access to deep technical insights, reference architectures and step‑by‑step frameworks that directly support execution on key initiatives.

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      Discover actionable strategies, connect with peers, and gain insights from Gartner analysts to drive transformation across your organization.

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