FutureCIO Hong Kong Conference 2025

EVENT OVERVIEW

Gartner predicts that by 2025, 80% of CIOs will be explicitly measured on their ability to contribute to revenue growth. This shift underscores the evolving role of CIOs, CTOs and senior technology leaders in Asia, who now must navigate a landscape marked by rapid technological disruptions, geopolitical tensions, and economic uncertainties.

In this complex environment, CIOs are no longer confined to traditional technology management roles. They are increasingly viewed as strategic architects of business value, tasked with aligning technology and cybersecurity investments with broader business objectives. This transformation necessitates that they justify their technology expenditures to the board, demonstrating how these investments drive growth, innovation, and security.

Industry experts emphasise the importance of a data-driven culture and strategic alignment in achieving these goals. For instance, Franco Chiam, Vice President at IDC Asia/Pacific, notes that “CIOs must embed technologies like AI into the very DNA of business as a…