The CIO Playbook: Rise of Agentic Systems


Celebrating 19 years of thought leadership, the IDC CIO Summit - Middle East returns on 11–12 February 2026 in Dubai as the region’s premier gathering of technology decision-makers.

This year’s edition explores the rise of AI-native enterprises and the Agentic Stack — intelligent systems that enable real-time decision-making, adaptability, and innovation. With regional AI spending forecast to reach $7B by 2027, CIOs must balance bold innovation with governance, trust, and integration.

Bringing together 500 CIOs, technology leaders, and global experts, the Summit offers strategic insights, real-world case studies, and practical guidance to help organizations architect the next generation of digital enterprises.

🔷 WHY ATTEND?

The IDC CIO Summit- Middle East is more than just a conference — it’s where the region’s technology leaders come together to shape the future of AI-driven enterprises.

  • Network with the Region’s Elite: Connect with 500+ qualified delegates, including 60% CIOs, CTOs, CSOs, and Heads of IT from across Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and the UAE.

  • Learn from the Best: Hear directly from IDC analysts, global experts, and pioneering CIOs on how to scale AI, GenAI, and agentic systems across industries.

  • Discover Real-World Use Cases: Gain insights into how leading organizations are implementing AI-driven automation to improve agility, resilience, and customer value.

  • Future-Proof Your Strategy: Understand the long-term business implications of agentic systems, ensuring your organization thrives in a rapidly evolving digital economy.

  • Master AI Security & Trust: Explore strategies to tackle data privacy, AI observability, model integrity, and digital trust challenges.

  • Cloud as the AI Foundation: Discover how cloud platforms, edge computing, and 5G enable scalable, secure, and sovereign AI deployments