FutureIT Canada 2025 Agenda: Sessions on Tech Innovation & Leadership
Join FutureIT Canada 2025 for an action-packed day exploring the latest in AI, cloud, and cybersecurity. This virtual conference brings together IT decision-makers, CIOs, and technology leaders to discuss emerging trends, real-world case studies, and strategic insights that drive business innovation. From AI-driven automation and enterprise security to data governance and digital transformation, expert speakers and interactive sessions will provide the knowledge and tools needed to navigate today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with industry leaders, gain actionable insights, and shape the future of IT in Canada.
All times are listed in Eastern Standard Time.
Wednesday, May 7
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Our hosts welcome you to Day 1 of FutureIT Canada’s Q2 virtual event. Setting the stage for the program and how to navigate the virtual platform, they’ll provide an overview of the strategic insights and tech trends you can expect to hear about during the day.
Agentic AI is disrupting the tech stack by shifting the focus from static applications with predefined workflows to dynamic, autonomous agents capable of making decisions and taking actions across multiple systems. Learn how this transforms the data layer, driving a paradigm shift in infrastructure and enterprise automation architecture, and professional services to manage the increased complexity of agent interactions. Discover how to balance competitive innovation with vigilance, prioritizing human-agent collaboration, security, and ethical governance.
Get an inside look at how a leading financial institution transformed data to the cloud and is innovating to implement AI. In this Fireside chat discussion, we’ll explore the digital evolution, from overcoming challenges to unlocking new opportunities with cloud first data. Hear firsthand how they have implemented frameworks to enhance customer experiences, optimize operations, and drive innovation. Moderated by CIO Leadership Live’s Lee Rennick, this conversation will provide IT leaders with valuable insights into building a scalable, data and AI-powered business in a complex and highly regulated industry.
Discover how Dell and NVIDIA are revolutionizing AI with the AI Factory framework. This session dives into the architecture and real-world use cases, from AI agents to digital humans. Explore how Dell’s Data Lakehouse streamlines data management and how the NEMO ecosystem powers everything from virtual assistants to advanced AI agents. Join us to unlock the potential of AI, driving innovation and transforming industries with powerful, scalable solutions.
Is your organization truly ready to be an AI-fueled business? As AI-driven technologies rapidly evolve, IT leaders must navigate the complexities of data readiness, governance, and strategy to drive real business value. This panel will dive into key findings from the latest State of the CIO report, exploring how enterprises can transform for an AI-focused world. From AI assistants to autonomous agents, our expert speakers will share practical insights on aligning infrastructure, streamlining data strategies, and preparing your workforce to maximize AI’s impact. Walk away with the strategies you need to lead your organization into the AI-powered future.
Enterprises struggle to leverage their exponentially growing data, with over 80% remaining “dark” and untapped due to the sheer volume, processing costs, lack of insights on what’s of value, and data trust issues. “Data debt” is the number one barrier to scaling generative AI initiatives.Iron Mountain sees the potential to meet this unmet market need with an integrated approach to data lifecycle management and transformation. They are already seeing meaningful impact across industries.Join Iron Mountain and AWS during this keynote session where they explore the key data challenges enterprises face, successful approaches for data lifecycle management and concrete examples across industries where clients have successfully transformed their data from potential to power.
During this dynamic session you’ll hear from a variety of solution experts while they share their top tech trends via thoughtful presentations and fireside chats.
In this engaging fireside chat with IDC contributing editor, veteran finance and technology journalist Michael Hainsworth, SAP Canada’s chief technology officer Anthony Robinson will address how Agentic AI can be deployed across your enterprise to build better business outcomes through clean centralized data, the latest innovations in artificial intelligence, and how to break-down the silos inhibiting progress.
Rapid fire tech trends will be shared by industry experts offering smart digital solutions to your burning tech and digital business challenges.
Cutting friction, boosting loyalty, and freeing teams to focus on higher‑value work is the promise of GenAI. Join RingCentral’s Mike Egli in an engaging and entertaining fireside chat with IDC contributing editor, veteran CTV finance and tech reporter Michael Hainsworth as they discuss the next wave of intelligent communications. In this fast‑paced session you’ll discover how GenAI cloud‑native platforms empower IT leaders to modernise customer (CX) and employee (EX) experiences at scale. Expect real‑world success stories, a clear framework for spotting high‑impact use cases, and guidance on securing executive buy‑in with hard ROI.
Hear from a solutions expert from Veeam as they share their top tech trends.
With AI adoption accelerating across industries, IT leaders face increasing pressure to choose the right tools, justify investments, and deliver measurable results. In this expert-led discussion, top technology executives will share practical frameworks for assessing AI tools, key metrics for success, and critical considerations for long-term scalability. This session will explore how AI can be leveraged to streamline workflows, reduce technical debt, and enhance internal productivity. Learn from our IDC Analyst and hear real-world experiences from leading IT executives as they break down what works, what doesn’t, and how to build a future-ready AI strategy.
Hear a full summary of the days’ takeaways and what’s to come for Day 2 during these final remarks from our Event Director. Afterwards, there will be prize draws for those with high scores on the leadersboard as well as random draws from those who participated. Get a sneak peak of what’s to come on Day 2 before logging off.
Thursday, May 8
Login early and check out the virtual environment, join the contest and explore the on-demand content.
Our hosts welcome you to Day 2 of FutureIT Canada’s Q2 virtual event. Setting the stage for the program and how to navigate the virtual platform, they’ll provide an overview of the strategic insights and tech trends you can expect to hear about during this day focused on cybersecurity.
Attendees will gain insights into adapting security strategies for evolving infrastructure and cloud delivery models, ensuring robust protection while enabling innovation in AI-driven and future-ready IT environments.
In an ever-evolving threat landscape, cybersecurity is no longer just about defense—it’s about resilience. This panel will dive into proactive strategies for reducing attacks, the latest advancements in detection and response, and essential recovery protocols to minimize downtime and damage. We will also explore how to enhance security with AI adoption to mitigates risks and ensures a proactive approach to cybersecurity in an era of constant change.
Join us for an insightful morning general session, featuring multiple segments with industry experts. The session will begin discussing the latest advancements in AI and their effects on cybersecurity. Following these talks, we’ll delve into a compelling case study and fireside chat with industry experts as we dive a little deeper into these topics.
As cyber threats grow, security can no longer operate in isolation. IT and security leaders must collaborate to embed security into every aspect of the business. This panel will explore the shift from siloed security to shared leadership, discussing strategies for integration, fostering a security-first culture, and aligning CISO and CIO priorities. Join us to learn how a collaborative approach can enhance resilience, innovation, and business success.
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, staying ahead requires more than just innovation—it demands a future-focused strategy. This sponsored session explores cutting-edge tools, frameworks, and approaches that empower organizations to seamlessly integrate emerging technologies, enhance operational efficiency, and drive sustainable growth. Join industry leaders and technology experts as they share success stories, key trends, and practical solutions to help your enterprise thrive in the digital era.
As AI adoption accelerates, so do cybersecurity risks. From AI-powered threats to regulatory challenges, IT leaders must stay ahead. In this expert-led panel, industry professionals and an IDC cybersecurity analyst will share essential strategies to secure AI models, manage third-party risks, and ensure compliance. Gain actionable insights to build a resilient security posture in an AI-driven world.
Stay ahead of the curve with the latest innovations shaping cybersecurity. This dynamic session features fireside chats with leading solution providers and rapid-fire lightning insights from key partners, delivering expert perspectives on emerging threats, cutting-edge solutions, and strategic trends. Get the knowledge you need to navigate the evolving security landscape.
Hear a full summary of the days’ takeaways and what’s to come for Day 2 during these final remarks from our Event Director. Afterwards, there will be prize draws for those with high scores on the leadersboard as well as random draws from those who participated. Get a sneak peak of what’s to come on Day 2 before logging off.