2025 CIO Summit: Magic Mechanics - Cape Town

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Exclusive for: IT Executives

Location: Cape Town

Date & Time: 10 April 2025 16:30

As architects of transformation, CIOs are tasked with balancing the innovation of tomorrow with the reliability of yesterday. Legacy systems – often the backbones of organisations – pose unique challenges, yet they also present an opportunity to drive innovation and growth.

At this CIO Summit themed Magic Mechanics: CIOs at the Helm of Transforming Legacy Systems, you and your fellow IT executives will delve into the intricate process of modernising legacy systems. You will discuss how you, as magic mechanics, are turning complex challenges into seamless transitions that unlock new opportunities while maintaining operational stability.

IT executives will explore strategies for integrating modern technologies with legacy infrastructures and the role of CIOs in fostering a culture of innovation amidst transformation.

This is an opportunity to brainstorm together, learn from each other and get to know fellow CIOs in a more relaxed setting.

Programme:

16h30: Registration, networking, drinks & stunning views
17h00: Interactive session: Cracking the Legacy Code: Collaborative Strategies for legacy modernisation
17h45: Welcome & debrief
18h00: Keynote & audience discussion - Poppy Tshabalala, experienced ICT executive and Managing Executive of Public Enterprise at Vodacom 
18h20: Drinks, canapes, networking & sunset photos
19h00: From Burden to Breakthrough: How CIOs are turning Legacy Systems into Catalysts for change A panel discussion with Chris Shortt, CTO at Shoprite, Aveena Mothilall, Head: Data at Engen, and Shalendra Singh, Hungry Lion’s Head of IT.

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