IT Priorities for 2026: London Edition

IT Priorities for 2026: A Ctrl Alt Innovate Event

Technology is evolving at pace, budgets are under pressure, and AI is transforming how teams work before many organisations have even adapted. Add cloud optimisation challenges, regulatory requirements, and Microsoft’s latest updates, and it’s no surprise that IT leaders are asking: what really matters this year?

This event aims to bring together IT and technology leaders for a focused, practical look at the trends shaping the next 12–18 months.  You’ll leave with a clear view of what’s changing, what’s coming next, and where the real opportunities lie.

Agenda

The State of Tech in 2026
A strategic overview of the forces shaping the year ahead: AI acceleration, economic pressures, security threats, data demands, and workplace technology shifts. We’ll separate signal from noise and highlight the priorities every organisation should consider.

The Microsoft Perspective
An in-depth look at updates, retirements, and roadmap changes from Microsoft and Ignite, with a focus on Cloud, Security, AI, and Data. Expect practical insights into what’s relevant, what’s useful, and where the risks and opportunities lie.

Turning Strategy into Action
Real-world guidance on what ‘good’ looks like today. We’ll share some essential plays our teams are delivering across security consolidation, cloud optimisation, data governance, and AI adoption, with examples of where organisations are seeing genuine impact.

Why Attend?

• A clear view of the technology landscape for the coming year
• Insight into Microsoft changes that will affect your plans
• Practical ideas you can take straight back to your team
• The chance to compare notes with peers facing similar challenges

Who should attend?

IT Directors, Heads of IT, CTOs, CIOs, and those shaping technology strategy.