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At Gartner IT Infrastructure, Operations & Cloud Strategies Conference 2026, I&O leaders gain actionable strategies to modernize infrastructure, optimize cloud investments, scale agentic AI, manage technical debt, navigate the future of AI data centers, and strengthen operational resilience.

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Monday, 16 November, 2026

11:00 AM - 11:45 AM GMT

Roundtable: How Effective Is Your Cloud Governance?

Rizvan Hussain, Director Analyst, Gartner
As organizations increasingly rely on cloud technologies to drive innovation and efficiency, effective cloud governance is crucial. Yet, many face challenges, with implementations varying widely. Join this lightly facilitated discussion to share best practices and address challenges in cloud governance. Come ready to engage and exchange insights with your peers. ... Show More Show Less

03:15 PM - 04:00 PM GMT

Senior Leadership Circle Roundtable: Transforming the I&O Organisation

Ted McHugh, Sr Director Analyst, Gartner
I&O leaders are now expected to act as strategic partners who drive innovation, business value and organizational agility. The session highlights the shift from a technology-focused approach to a business-centric one, emphasizing the alignment of I&O strategies with broader organizational goals. It also addresses the development of new leadership capabilities, talent and stakeholder engagement, and adoption of emerging technologies. Learn to overcome these challenges and position I&O as a key enabler of business success. ... Show More Show Less
Tuesday, 17 November, 2026

02:00 PM - 02:45 PM GMT

Roundtable: How to Accelerate Patching in the Era of AI

Todd Larivee, Director Analyst, Gartner
The use of AI by threat actors, including recent capabilities in the Mythos model, mandate a new approach by I&O and security leaders to patching and remediation. This session will outline actionable steps and their benefits leaders can use to mitigate their risks in a world where exploits can be created in hours rather than days or weeks. It will also allow leaders to share success stories and lessons learned from their experiences. ... Show More Show Less

02:45 PM - 03:30 PM GMT

Senior Leadership Circle Roundtable: Implementing Product and Agile Mindsets in I&O

Daniel Betts, VP Analyst, Gartner
Heads of I&O are pressured to optimize costs and increase innovation, yet traditional delivery methods leave I&O as a bottleneck. Without shifting to agile and product mindsets, I&O platforms will fail by delivering siloed technical outputs rather than the strategic solutions customers need. How are you solving these problems or approaching them? ... Show More Show Less

03:45 PM - 04:30 PM GMT

Roundtable: How to Craft the I&O Value Story for AI Transformation

Erin Pierre, Sr Principal Analyst, Gartner
Most heads of I&O report that their AI investments are meeting or exceeding almost all of their expectations, yet one of their top three struggles is to demonstrate the business value of AI in I&O to executives. This roundtable will be a place for I&O leaders to discuss success stories and lessons learned from their initiatives to capture and communicate AI value effectively. ... Show More Show Less

03:45 PM - 04:30 PM GMT

Senior Leadership Circle Roundtable: AI in IT Operations: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Douglas Toombs, VP Analyst, Gartner
What's working when you put AI into the hands of your IT operations teams and what has gone sideways or failed to deliver value? This roundtable brings together I&O leaders and practitioners for a candid, no-slides conversation about the real-world AI adoption in IT operations. Share and learn from peers where AI has delivered time savings or improved incident response, where it has hallucinated its way into creating new problems and where initiatives have failed outright. ... Show More Show Less

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At the Gartner IT Infrastructure, Operations & Cloud Strategies Conference 2026, attendees can network through peer discussions, expert-led roundtables, solution provider meetings, and interactive workshops. Connect with IT leaders, infrastructure professionals, and cloud strategists to exchange insights and build valuable industry relationships. View all networking opportunities here.

The Gartner IT Infrastructure, Operations & Cloud Strategies Conference 2026 covers key themes like cloud strategies, digital transformation, IT operations, cyber security, infrastructure modernization, digital sovereignty, generative AI, and automation. Explore conference tracks focused on resilience, innovation, hybrid cloud, data management, and emerging technology trends—helping IT leaders drive success in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. View the agenda here.

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You can customize your Gartner IT Infrastructure, Operations & Cloud Strategies Conference 2026 agenda using the Gartner Conference Navigator app—filter sessions, build your schedule, and register for interactive experiences. Be sure to book workshops, roundtables, and Gartner one-on-one meetings in advance, as seating is limited. If a session is listed as “full” or “closed,” arrive 15 minutes early to join the waiting list. Enjoy networking breakfasts, breaks, and daily Exhibit Showcase receptions to connect with IT leaders and discover innovative solutions.

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By attending the Gartner IT Infrastructure, Operations & Cloud Strategies Conference 2026, you’ll gain valuable professional development through expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, and exposure to the latest IT trends. Connect with industry leaders, enhance your skills, and return with actionable strategies to drive your career and organization forward in the ever-evolving world of cloud and infrastructure.

Yes! Advance your career and earn CPE credits when you attend IT Infrastructure, Operations and Cloud Strategies Conference. Expand your knowledge with sessions aligned to key priorities within your discipline. Up to 4.5 CPE hours may be available towards recertification requirements with ISACA and other organizations.

How to receive credit: Upon successful completion of the conferences, you can obtain a certificate of attendance via the following steps:

1. Contact globalconferences@gartner.com and provide: The conference attended, region, date, full name, and email address used to register. 

2. The conference team will then verify your attendance and send back an email confirmation with the certificate. 

3. Submit the necessary forms and certificate directly with your organization. 

*Please note that the value of credits earned is ultimately at the discretion of the accrediting program.