As organizations move from AI experimentation to enterprise delivery, Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in New Orleans, set for February 3–4 at The Roosevelt New Orleans, will feature research-driven sessions on agentic AI, data-backed decision-making, and IT leadership transformation, helping CIOs translate emerging technology into measurable outcomes.
ARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ – CIOs are under increasing pressure to operationalize artificial intelligence, strengthen operating discipline, and create business-aligned outcomes at scale. Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in New Orleans, taking place February 3–4 at The Roosevelt New Orleans, will bring these challenges into focus through a curated lineup of featured sessions designed to help CIOs and senior IT leaders move from strategy to execution with greater clarity and confidence.
Hosted by Info-Tech Research Group, a global IT research and advisory firm, the flagship conference will showcase research-driven insights addressing how organizations can responsibly adopt agentic AI, leverage data for decision-making, and build high-performing IT leadership teams capable of sustaining performance in complex environments.
“The challenge for CIOs is no longer understanding what needs to change, but building the discipline to execute consistently,” says Info-Tech Research Group’s Chief Research Officer, Gord Harrison. “The featured sessions at Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in New Orleans will address how IT leaders can establish credibility through consistent delivery, operationalize AI, make better decisions with data, and strengthen leadership practices that hold up under real-world pressure.”
Featured Sessions at Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in New Orleans
Designed for CIOs and senior IT leaders facing rising pressures, the featured sessions at Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in New Orleans focus on the practical realities of scaling AI, strengthening decision-making, and building leadership capability across the IT function. Each session is grounded in Info-Tech’s research and advisory experience, designed to help leaders translate insight into action:
- The Rise of AI Agents
As organizations move from AI experimentation to execution, many struggle to operationalize agentic AI responsibly and at scale. This keynote will cover how to bridge the AI adoption gap and apply agent-based approaches to improve productivity, decision-making, and team performance. Attendees will explore how to integrate AI agents into existing operating models without introducing unnecessary risk or complexity.Speaker: Martin Bufi, Research Director, Info-Tech Research Group
Martin Bufi specializes in translating advanced AI concepts into scalable enterprise solutions, ensuring organizations realize measurable value from emerging technologies. - Info-Tech’s Data Digest: Insights From Our American Members’ Experiences
Grounded in insights from Info-Tech’s extensive U.S. membership base, this session examines how regulatory shifts, cultural dynamics, and technology adoption trends are shaping IT priorities. Attendees will gain data-backed perspectives to benchmark strategies, identify emerging patterns, and make informed decisions based on peer experiences.Speaker: Jeremy Roberts, Senior Director, Info-Tech Research Group
Jeremy Roberts leads research on infrastructure, AI, and IT operations with a keen focus on emerging technology trends. - The Exceptional IT Leadership Team: Info-Tech’s Playbook for IT Transformation
This keynote introduces Info-Tech’s IT Playbooks, a framework designed to help IT leadership teams shift from reactive modes to sustained execution excellence. The session outlines strategies for aligning teams around a unified vision and building high-performing IT functions.Speaker: Davin Juusola, Senior Vice President, Info-Tech Research Group
Davin Juusola plays a significant role in shaping the firm’s research-driven products and services, focusing on how leaders can translate research into enterprise-wide transformation.
Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in New Orleans will also include breakout sessions, lightning rounds, and one-on-one analyst meetings, providing attendees with strategic tools, peer insights, and direct access to research and advisory expertise. The two-day conference is aimed at CIOs and senior IT leaders focused on aligning technology with business priorities.
Additional sessions and speaker announcements will be released in the coming weeks. For more information about the event, please visit the Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in New Orleans page.
Media Passes for Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in New Orleans
Media professionals, including journalists, podcasters, and influencers, are invited to attend Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in New Orleans to gain exclusive access to research, content, and interviews with industry leaders and analysts.
Media professionals can apply for complimentary in-person passes by contacting [email protected].
About Info-Tech Research Group
Info-Tech Research Group is one of the world’s leading and fastest-growing research and advisory firms, serving over 30,000 IT, HR, and marketing professionals globally. For nearly 30 years, they have provided actionable tools and expert guidance to ensure organizations deliver measurable results.
To learn more about Info-Tech’s HR research and advisory services, visit McLean & Company. For software evaluations and vendor insights, visit SoftwareReviews.
Media professionals can register for unrestricted access to research across IT, HR, and software, and hundreds of industry analysts through the firm’s Media Insiders program. To gain access, contact [email protected].
For further information about Info-Tech Research Group and access to the latest research, visit infotech.com and connect via LinkedIn and X.
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