Gartner Announces Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo, November 16-18, in Kochi, India

What: Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2026

When: November 16-18, 2026

Where: Grand Hyatt, Kochi, India

Details: Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2026 is the world’s most important gathering of CIOs and IT executives. More than 1,300 CIOs and senior IT leaders will come together in Kochi to explore the technology, insights and trends shaping the future of IT and business, including generative AI, business value of IT, cybersecurity, customer experience, emerging technologies, executive leadership and more.

Over the course of three days, attendees will hear from more than 50 Gartner experts, guest keynote speakers and solution providers across 106 sessions. The full agenda will provide the latest insights on emerging technology trends, expert guidance on developing effective IT strategies, and practical examples of how organizations are executing key business and technology initiatives.

Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo Theme: Ignite Intelligence

AI is no longer a differentiator; it’s now part of the foundation. CIOs must take the artificial out of intelligence, combining human ingenuity with AI to unlock value, drive agility and navigate disruption. A human-centered approach is key to leading an intelligent enterprise.

The Gartner Opening Keynote: Reaching Escape Velocity - Shaping an Effective Enterprise AI Economy, will focus on Gartner’s unique view on creating a foundational relationship with AI.

The conference will also feature Signature Series sessions that cover the most anticipated insights and findings to prepare attendees for the year ahead. This year’s Signature Series include:

• 2027 CIO & Tech Executive Agenda
• AI, Sovereignty, the SaaSpocalypse and More: The CIOs Path Forward in 2027
• Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2027
• Top Strategic Predictions for 2027 and Beyond
• Emerging Trends Vision 2027 - Rethinking HumanAI Collaboration

Special Programming                                                                                                                

In addition to accessing the most important and relevant insights across a variety of formats, Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo offers a series of special programs that provide deeper exploration of key trends and valuable in-person connections with peers and industry leaders.

Learn more about the conference experience by program:

• The CIO Circle Program
• Women in Technology Program
•  Industry Specific Insights

Guest Keynote Speakers:

• Guest Keynote: Ignite Intelligence: Strategic Perspectives from Sridhar Vembu on Resilience, Innovation and Long-Term Success
• Guest Keynote: Change Resilience with Kath Koschel, Founder, Resilience Expert

IT Xpo

IT Xpo  is a premier solution showcase that brings together 60+ IT technology and solution providers to drive business imperatives. It will feature live demonstrations, virtual meetings with exhibitors, and fast-paced presentations on key technology directions, highlighting the next steps in technological advancement.

For complete conference and registration details, please visit Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2026. Follow news and updates from the conferences on X and LinkedIn using #GartnerSYM.

Registration: Full-time journalists from editorial publications are eligible for a press pass. For additional details and registration requests, please contact: sonika.choubey@gartner.com.

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