CIO COMPASS, Do you know where you are heading?

You’re no longer just running IT. You’re shaping business outcomes.

In today’s fast-moving, high-pressure environment, your role as a CIO has evolved. You’re
expected to drive transformation, accelerate innovation and prove impact.

So where do you focus next?

We invite you to an exclusive, closed-door dinner where you can explore the CIO Compass.
A report on the Must-do initiatives for Tech leaders in the next year – year and a half,
aiming to guide your actions through the four cardinal directions shaping this transformation:

• North: Scale AI for real business value
• East: Build a trusted, high-standard data foundation
• South: Create agile, secure IT environment
• West: Rethink how IT performance is measured

Not theory, just actions built from real-world experience with tech leaders like you!

SAVE YOUR SEAT

• Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
  
• Time: 18:00 – 22:00
• Location: Kasteel Ter Ham,De Maillé de la Tour Landrylaan 2, 1820 Steenokkerzeel
  

AGENDA

• 18:00: Welcome Reception
• 19:00: Introductions
• 19:30: First Course
• 20:00: Presentation
• 20:30: Second Course
• 21:00: Presentation
• 21:30: Main Course
• 21:50: Dessert, Coffee

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Simon Kaye
Consulting Director - Tech Advisory@ Sopra Steria Next

Simon Kaye is a technology advisory leader at Sopra Steria Next, bringing international experience in enterprise architecture, business strategy and data governance. He works with organisations across the Benelux region to help align technology decisions with business priorities and long-term transformation goals. As a contributor to CIO COMPASS, Simon brings a practical perspective on how CIOs can navigate rapidly evolving technology landscapes, translating emerging trends in AI, data, architecture and IT strategy into actionable business impact.

Wouter Buckinx
Director Data & AI at Sopra Steria

Wouter Buckinx is Director Data & AI at Sopra Steria, with extensive experience in helping organisations unlock business value through data, analytics and artificial intelligence. Bringing together technology, strategy and practical execution, he focuses on enabling organisations to become truly data-driven and to translate emerging AI capabilities into measurable impact. As a speaker on CIO COMPASS, Wouter shares insights on how CIOs can navigate the rapidly evolving AI landscape and build the foundations for sustainable, business-driven innovation.

Kasteel Ter Ham, Steenokkerzeel

Kasteel Ter Ham is a unique event venue, operated by top chef Bartel Dewulf and his team, perhaps known to you as the chef of our Red Devils. Bartel's cuisine places a strong emphasis on purity. Expect pure dishes, prepared for you using the freshest and locally sourced ingredients."

De Maillé de la Tour Landrylaan 2, 1820 Steenokkerzeel

Sopra Steria is one of Europe’s leading technology and consulting companies, helping organisations drive digital transformation and create sustainable business value. Combining expertise in consulting, digital services, software development and emerging technologies such as AI and data, the company supports businesses and public organisations in navigating complex challenges and accelerating innovation. With more than 50,000 employees across nearly 30 countries, Sopra Steria works with a strong belief that technology should create meaningful impact for people, organisations and society.

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