8:15 

9:00

Opening keynote: From Protectors to Innovators: Redefining CIO and CISO Leadership in the Digital Age 

This opening keynote presentation will explore the shifting role of CISOs and CIOs: from technical experts to strategic business leaders. Topics to be covered include: 

• Embracing complexity: developing strategies to address new technologies and security threats
• Managing the impact of emerging technologies: understanding the challenges posed by 5G, IoT, Blockchain, Quantum, and DNA Chips
• Leveraging platform designs: adopting agile approaches and mini-application architectures for data management
• Embracing cloud technology: navigating the transition away from relational database models in the digital era

Nathalie Vafiadis Vafiadis, Consumer CIO, BT 

9:30  

Solution spotlight #1 –

Reserved for OPSWAT

9:45 

Solution spotlight #2 –

Guardians of Data: Strategies for robust Data Protection in the Digital Age 

Karl Fontanari, Territory Account Manager, Arcserve 

10:00 

10:30 

 A Navigating Tomorrow: Shaping the Future CIO Landscape 

Join us for an engaging round table discussion on “the future CIO,” where we’ll delve into the evolving role of Chief Information Officers (CIOs) in the digital age. As technology continues to drive unprecedented change and innovation, CIOs are at the forefront of navigating these transformations and shaping the future of IT leadership. In this interactive session, we’ll explore the key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future CIO landscape and share insights on how CIOs can position themselves for success in an ever-changing environment. 

• Embracing digital transformation and leading organisational change initiatives
• Navigating the complexities of emerging technologies, such as AI, IoT, and cloud computing
• Fostering innovation and driving business value through technology-enabled strategies
• Building strategic partnerships and collaboration across departments to drive alignment and achieve business objectives
• Developing leadership skills and cultivating a culture of continuous learning and adaptation in the face of rapid technological evolution

Sanjay Patel, Former CIO, Tate & Lyle 

Navigating the New Era of Cyberattack Reporting: Compliance, Communication, and Continuous Assurance 

Regulatory pressures are causing CISOs to carefully consider how they communicate security and governance matters, both internally and externally. This interactive discussion aims to shed light on the challenges and opportunities presented by this shifting landscape, emphasising the need for rigorous compliance, transparent communication, and continuous assurance to uphold organisational integrity and resilience. 

• Understanding the implications of current regulatory rules on cyber incident reporting and disclosure obligations
• Navigating the complexities of compliance beyond certifications, ensuring operational alignment and ongoing adherence to standards
• Implementing robust processes for verifying and validating security claims, such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) implementation and vulnerability remediation
• Enhancing visibility and control over IT environments to mitigate risks associated with siloes, migrations, and changes
• Establishing a culture of continuous assessment and validation to proactively identify and address security gaps and compliance deviations

Phil Cracknell, CISO, UK Defence Contractor 

11:15 

Anchoring Your Business: Harnessing Cyber Resilience and Green IT  

In a landscape marked by increasing cyber threats and environmental challenges, preparing your business for the future is essential. Join enterprise cyber storage leader Infinidat’s engaging roundtable session and explore how next-generation storage solutions can safeguard your critical data with unmatched cyber resilience. Learn how our guaranteed immutability and guaranteed lightning-fast data recovery ensure that your operations stay afloat, even in rough waters. Additionally, discover how adopting sustainable storage practices can streamline your data center, providing both economic and environmental benefits. With Infinidat, you can relax and trust that your business is future-proofed with leading-edge technology and guaranteed SLAs. 

Richard Connolly, Regional Sales Director, North EMEA, Infinidat 

Secure Predictable Outcomes for a Data-Driven World 

Adapting modern practices to deliver radical cyber resilience

Chris Millington, Cyber Resilience & Data Protection Expert, Hitachi Vantara 

12:00 

Reserved for Cradlepoint 

Cyber Resilience is About More Than Keeping the Lights On – Discuss 

Alan Jenkins, The Cyber Navigator 

12:45 

13:45 

The Future of Cloud: Microsoft’s Strategy, Key Investments and Future Innovation Areas  

An overview of the core incubations and disruptive technologies shaping the cloud’s future and the next wave of innovation across industry, government and society  

• Tomorrow’s cloud structure & capabilities: A 3 – 5-year horizon   
• How tech will be prepped for changing standards    
• How to gain a foothold today in tomorrow’s key technologies    

Nick McQuire, Executive Director of Product Management, Strategic Incubations, Microsoft  

14:30 

Securing the Future: Collaborative Strategies for Cyber Resilience in the Digital Age 

As leaders tasked with safeguarding organisations against ever-evolving cyber threats, it is imperative that CIOs and CISOs unite both expertise and resources to confront these challenges head-on. In this session, our panellists will explore strategic approaches to enhance cyber resilience, foster collaboration between IT and security teams, and fortify defences against cyber adversaries. 

• Understanding the evolving cyber threat landscape and the importance of proactive defence strategies 
• Building a culture of cyber resilience that prioritizes continuous improvement and adaptation to emerging threats 
• Embracing collaboration between CIOs and CISOs to align technology investments with security priorities and business objectives 
• Leveraging threat intelligence and information sharing to enhance situational awareness and response capabilities 
• Implementing robust incident response and recovery plans to minimize the impact of cyber incidents and ensure business continuity 

Sanjay Patel, Former CIO, Tate & Lyle 

Phil Cracknell, CISO, UK Defence Contractor 

Moderated by: Alan Jenkins, The Cyber Navigator 

15:15