This round table discussion will explore these key facets of accelerating digital transformation, offering insights and strategies to empower IT leaders in navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of technology and innovation. 

• Navigating the shift towards scalable and agile IT infrastructure 
• AI and automation integration: optimising processes for efficiency and innovation 
• Cloud-native solutions: unleashing the power of cloud technologies for digital growth 
• Cybersecurity in the digital era: fortifying defences in an evolving threat landscape 
• Cultivating a culture of continuous innovation: fostering a dynamic IT ecosystem 
• Strategic data management: turning data into actionable insights for informed decision-making 

Participants will explore practical approaches to strengthen cybersecurity, ensure compliance, and build resilience in the face of a dynamic and evolving threat landscape. 

• Assessing and mitigating cyber risks through robust security measures 
• Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and privacy laws 
• Implementing comprehensive data governance frameworks to protect sensitive information 
• Assessing and monitoring the risks associated with third-party vendors and partners 
• Mitigating risks associated with technology adoption and digital initiatives 
• Developing and testing comprehensive business continuity plans 
• Human factor risks: addressing insider threats and cyber hygiene 

This discussion will bring together cybersecurity leaders to share experiences and insights on leveraging threat intelligence for robust detection, investigation, protection, and response. Participants will explore the best ways to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats in an interconnected and dynamic digital landscape. 

• Developing a holistic threat intelligence framework: orchestrating detection and prevention 
• Integrating threat intelligence into security operations for proactive detection and prevention 
• Developing advanced techniques for analysing and attributing cyber threats 
• Incident response readiness: streamlining processes for rapid action 
• Utilising machine learning and behavioural analytics for adaptive security measures 
• Promoting information sharing and collaboration within the cybersecurity ecosystem 

Here our experts will share insights on ransomware prevention, response, and recovery. Participants will explore strategies, best practices, and emerging technologies to fortify their organisations against the growing threat of ransomware. 

• Ransomware landscape analysis: understanding the current threat landscape: trends and tactics 
• Assessing the impact of ransomware on different industries and organisations 
• Implementing multi-layered security measures to prevent, detect, and respond to ransomware attacks. 
• Establishing a culture of vigilance and empowering employees to recognise and report potential threats 
• Conducting tabletop exercises to test and refine the organisation’s response capabilities 
• Testing backup restoration processes to guarantee their effectiveness 
• Engaging in information sharing initiatives within the cybersecurity community 
• Collaborating with industry peers and law enforcement to stay ahead of ransomware threats

This session will delve into the world of data and analytics, exploring strategies to leverage the full potential of information assets for strategic decision-making, innovation, and sustainable business growth. Participants will share insights, challenges, and best practices in navigating the evolving landscape of data-driven technologies. 

• Embedding analytics into decision-making processes for more informed and strategic choices 
• Cultivating a data-centric culture that prioritises evidence-based decision-making 
• Leveraging AI-powered analytics: transforming data into intelligent business solutions 
• Building a foundation of robust data governance to ensure data quality, integrity, and compliance 
• Identifying opportunities to monetize data through innovative business models 
• Ethical data use: balancing innovation with privacy and security 
• Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and addressing privacy concerns 

This round table discussion will delve into best practices in harnessing the potential of AI and machine learning. Participants will discuss strategies for successful implementation, ethical considerations, and the role of AI in shaping the future of IT and business. 

• Integrating AI and machine learning technologies into the organization’s overall business strategy 
• Identifying key areas where AI can drive innovation and deliver measurable business value 
• Implementing ethical AI principles to ensure fairness, transparency, and accountability 
• Identifying common challenges in AI adoption and developing effective mitigation strategies 
• Establishing robust data governance frameworks to ensure data quality and reliability 
• Exploring the symbiotic relationship between AI technologies and human workers 
• Fostering a collaborative environment that empowers employees to work alongside AI tools 
• AI security: safeguarding against adversarial attacks and risks

Here, attendees will have the opportunity to discuss implementation and challenges of Zero Trust. How can organisations build a resilient security architecture that operates on the premise of trust never assumed, always verified? 

• Defining the principles of Zero Trust and challenging traditional perimeter-based security models 
• Establishing a mindset shift towards continuous verification and least privilege access 
• Implementing strong identity and access management as the cornerstone of Zero Trust. 
• Leveraging multi-factor authentication and continuous authentication for enhanced security 
• Creating granular access controls to reduce the attack surface within the organisation. 
• Utilising machine learning algorithms to identify unusual patterns and potential security incidents. 
• Device Trustworthiness: ensuring security across endpoints

This round table discussion will provide a platform for cybersecurity leaders to share insights and strategies for designing human-centric infrastructures that prioritise the needs and behaviours of users. Participants will discuss approaches to create a cyber-resilient culture and infrastructure that adapts to the evolving dynamics of the workforce. 

• Implementing adaptive authentication mechanisms that incorporate both security and user convenience. 
• Exploring biometric and behaviour-based authentication methods for a seamless user experience 
• Leveraging behavioural analytics to detect anomalous user activities and potential insider threats 
• Developing ongoing training programs to enhance cybersecurity awareness  
• Ensuring alignment between security policies and organisational culture to drive compliance 
• Incorporating human factors in incident response plans to minimise stress and enhance collaboration during crises

This round table discussion will bring together IT leaders to share insights, experiences, and strategies for navigating the evolving landscape of cloud adoption. Participants will discuss the future trends, challenges, and opportunities in leveraging cloud technologies to drive digital transformation and business success. 

• Evaluating the benefits and challenges of multi-cloud environments 
• Exploring the advantages of serverless computing for scalability and cost efficiency 
• Identifying use cases where serverless architectures can drive innovation 
• Understanding the role of edge computing in enhancing real-time data processing 
• Implementing robust cloud security measures to protect data and applications 
• Adopting DevOps and CI/CD methodologies for cloud-native application development 
• Implementing effective cost monitoring and management practices 

This discussion will provide an opportunity for participants to explore the latest technologies, strategies, and approaches to build resilience and safeguard critical business operations in the face of unforeseen disruptions. 

• Strategic business continuity planning: aligning IT with organisational resilience 
• Exploring the advantages of cloud-based solutions for flexible and scalable disaster recovery 
• Implementing redundancy and failover mechanisms to ensure continuous operations 
• Conducting comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities 
• Regularly testing and updating business continuity and disaster recovery plans 
• Executing robust data backup strategies to prevent data loss during disasters 
• Leveraging technology to maintain communication and coordination in remote or distributed environments

In the course of this discussion, participants will evaluate robust and resilient cybersecurity strategies. 

• Building cyber resilience as an organisational culture that spans technology, processes, and people. 
• Developing and refining incident response plans that encompass various cyber threats 
• Continuous threat monitoring: staying ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape 
• Utilising threat intelligence to proactively identify emerging cyber threats. 
• Integrating secure backup and recovery mechanisms to mitigate data loss 
• Creating a culture that encourages reporting and learning from security incidents 
• Evaluating and managing cybersecurity risks associated with third-party vendors. 

Here, round table participants will share the top cybersecurity considerations that arise in cloud computing, ensuring a robust and resilient security posture in an increasingly cloud-centric landscape. 

• Data encryption in the cloud: safeguarding sensitive information 
• Managing encryption keys securely to protect against unauthorised access 
• Ensuring compliance with industry-specific regulations and data protection laws in cloud environments. 
• Establishing governance frameworks for monitoring and auditing cloud security controls 
• Zero Trust in the cloud: redefining perimeter security 
• Improving threat intelligence in cloud environments: an overview of proactive defence measures 
• Integrating threat intelligence feeds to detect and respond to cloud-specific threats 
• Collaborating with cloud security communities for timely updates on emerging threats 
• Container Security: Ensuring Secure Deployment in Cloud-native Environments 
• Implementing security measures for containerized applications in cloud-native architectures 
• Emphasizing secure coding practices and continuous security monitoring for containerised workloads

This interactive session will focus on insights, challenges, and best practices in managing the complexities of remote and hybrid work environments. Participants will discuss strategies for optimising productivity, maintaining security, and fostering a positive and inclusive work culture in the face of evolving workplace dynamics. 

• Establishing clear guidelines for remote work, including expectations and communication protocols 
• Evaluating and implementing collaboration platforms that facilitate seamless communication 
• Cybersecurity in a distributed environment: safeguarding data and systems 
• Educating employees on security best practices for remote and hybrid work environments 
• Assessing and enhancing IT infrastructure to support remote work requirements 
• Investing in technologies that enable secure and reliable access to company systems and data

This round table discussion will serve as a forum for IT leaders to explore strategies for leveraging modern technologies to enhance agility, innovation, and overall organisational effectiveness. 

• Legacy systems transformation: navigating the road to modernisation 
• Embracing cloud technologies as a foundation for agile and scalable IT infrastructure 
• Implementing DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines 
• Identifying opportunities for AI integration to streamline operations and drive innovation 
• Updating user interfaces for a more intuitive and engaging experience 
• Implementing a comprehensive security strategy for modernized systems and applications

The focus of this round table will be on exploring innovations in safeguarding sensitive information and upholding privacy whilst maintaining interconnectivity. Topics will include: 

• Navigating the regulatory landscape: ensuring compliance in data privacy 
• Adapting cybersecurity practices to align with evolving legal requirements 
• Privacy by design: integrating data protection from the outset 
• Evaluating strategies for collecting and processing only necessary data 
• Ensuring clear and transparent communication with users about data collection and processing. 
• Utilising encryption techniques to protect data both in transit and at rest.

• Data classification and discovery: building a foundation for protection 
• Utilising advanced discovery tools for comprehensive visibility into data across the organisation 
• Applying end-to-end encryption to protect data both at rest and in transit 
• Implementing role-based access controls to limit data access based on user roles and responsibilities 
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP): proactive measures to prevent unintended exposure 
• Implementing secure methods for data sharing, both internally and externally.