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1. Stop Chasing Every AI Breakthrough (What CIOs Should Do Instead)

   5 oktober 2026 · 20 min

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   AI headlines are moving at warp speed, but do business leaders really need to react to every piece of news? Lees meer

   In this episode of ThinkCast, Gartner Senior Director Analyst Deepak Seth returns to unpack what matters most in enterprise AI right now. From separating hype from reality to managing rising AI costs and preparing organizations for "human + AI" ways of working, Deepak shares practical guidance for CIOs trying to stay focused amid constant disruption. Drawing on conversations with executives across industries, he explains why data, context and governance remain the true foundations of AI success.

   You'll learn:

   Why the latest AI model isn't always the right one for your business

   How CIOs can cut through AI hype and focus on fit-for-purpose outcomes

   What "human + AI" workflows mean for jobs, skills and organizational design

   Why data, context and organizational memory will shape AI's next phase

   Dig deeper:

   Become a client for the latest AI insights

   Join us at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™

   See why Gartner is the world authority on AI

   Timestamps:

   (00:00) Intro

   (02:40) The fundamentals leaders still can't ignore

   (05:00) Why the latest model isn't always the best

   (06:30) Preparing for human + AI work

   (09:22) Moving beyond productivity gains

   (11:31) Managing AI costs and business value

   (14:35)The power of data, context and memory

   (17:22) The future of intelligence

2. The Executive's Guide to Shaping Your Brand and Reputation

   17 september 2026 · 31 min

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   Strong execution might earn results, but it doesn't automatically build influence. Lees meer

   In this episode of ThinkCast, Gartner Vice President Analyst Rob O'Donohue explains why CIOs can no longer afford to leave their leadership brand to chance. From understanding the difference between brand and reputation to diagnosing when a reset is needed, Rob shares a practical "4D" Framework to help leaders intentionally shape how they're perceived and trusted across the organization.

   You'll learn:

   Why "doing a great job" is no longer enough to build executive influence

   The difference between brand and reputation, and why both matter

   The three events that signal it's time for a leadership brand reset

   How CIOs can use feedback, GenAI and behavior change to strengthen their reputation

   What it takes to turn a desired leadership brand into a lasting perception

   Dig deeper:

   Become a client to learn more about building your brand

   Join us at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™

   See why Gartner is the world authority on AI

   Timestamps:

   (00:00) Understanding the difference between brand and reputation

   (03:44) The 4D Framework for shaping executive perception

   (08:53) How GenAI can help strengthen your executive brand

   (12:00) Identifying gaps between perception and reality

   (18:36) Turning your brand strategy into daily habits

   (22:10) Why reputation changes more slowly than behavior

   (24:22) How to protect and sustain your executive reputation

   (27:16)The first step to building a stronger executive brand

3. AI Ethics Explained: Preparing for the Human-AI Future

   3 september 2026 · 38 min

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   AI adoption is accelerating. But are organizations moving just as fast on AI ethics? Lees meer

   In this episode of ThinkCast, Gartner Senior Principal Analyst Shanna Grafeld explores why AI ethics has become a business imperative, not just a technology concern. From human rights risks and workforce trust to governance, accountability and the evolving human-AI relationship, hear how leaders can stay ahead of AI challenges before they become costly problems.

   You'll learn:

   Why AI ethics is shifting from a compliance issue to a strategic business priority

   The human rights and trust risks organizations should be evaluating today

   How leaders can encourage AI adoption without creating overdependence

   What effective AI governance looks like in practice

   Dig deeper:

   Become a client to learn more about AI ethics

   Join us at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™

   See why Gartner is the world authority on AI

   Timestamps:

   (00:42) Why AI ethics is now a business issue

   (02:31) Lessons from past technologies

   (04:40) Rethinking the human-AI relationship

   (09:50) Increase capability, not reduce accountability

   (12:20) The fears leaders should take seriously

   (15:00) Addressing workforce anxiety

   (19:52) Building proactive AI guardrails

   (28:24) The biggest challenges ahead

   (31:10) Where leaders should start today

4. The Autonomous Era Is Here: What Supply Chain Leaders Need to Do Next

   20 augustus 2026 · 22 min

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   The autonomous business era is no longer a future-state vision. It's already reshaping how supply chains operate. Lees meer

   In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, you'll hear from Gartner Senior Director Analyst Lindsay Azim as she delivers a preview of the 2026 Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo Opening Keynote. Drawing on both Gartner insights and real-world examples, she explores why success isn't about implementing AI first, fastest, or even best. It's about preparing supply chains for a future where people and machines work together to drive agility, resilience and growth.

   You'll learn:

   Why Gartner believes the autonomous business era is already underway

   How leaders should balance short-term AI value with long-term transformation

   The difference between an automation mindset and an autonomous mindset

   What autonomous-ready operations and workforces look like in practice

   Dig deeper:

   Register to attend a Gartner Supply Chain conference

   Download the Gartner Supply Chain Top 25

   See why Gartner is the world authority on AI

   Timestamps:

   (00:00) Intro

   (01:31) A new business era begins

   (05:18) Defining autonomous business

   (07:10) What autonomous supply chains look like

   (09:35) The rise of machine customers

   (12:22) Success isn't about AI first

   (17:25) Exploitation versus exploration

5. Data and Analytics 2030: The Future AI-Native Enterprise

   6 augustus 2026 · 25 min

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   By 2030, AI models may be everywhere. Competitive advantage won't be. Lees meer

   In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, Distinguished Vice President Analyst and Chief of Research Rita Sallam explores what will separate the true leaders as AI becomes increasingly commoditized. Drawing from Gartner's vision for the AI-native enterprise, she outlines the critical shifts data and analytics leaders need to make now, from building trusted data and context foundations to rethinking workforce design, governance, and the role of AI agents in decision-making.

   You'll learn:

   Why trusted data will become the primary sources of AI differentiation

   How AI agents will reshape data and analytics workflows and operating models

   What AI-native organizations are doing differently to generate value

   Why "questioneers" may become the workforce advantage of the future

   Dig deeper:

   Register to watch the full webinar

   Enhance your data, analytics and AI strategy

   See why Gartner is the world authority on AI

   Timestamps:

   (00:00) Intro

   (01:40) A New AI Advantage

   (03:25) Beyond Models and Infrastructure

   (07:57) Three Shifts for D&A Leaders

   (12:08) Human-Agent Teams

   (16:45) Analytics Gets Automated

   (20:42) Hiring for the AI Era

   (22:40) Making AI Pay Off

6. Start With AI Literacy: Why Most Leaders Are Missing the Point

   23 juli 2026 · 29 min

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   AI isn't failing. AI literacy is. Lees meer

   Nearly half of CEOs say their AI investments are breaking even at best. In this episode of ThinkCast, Gartner Distinguished Vice President Analyst Mandi Bishop explains why the biggest barrier to AI value isn't the technology — it's people's ability to work effectively with it. Learn how critical thinking, prompt discipline and AI literacy can improve adoption, reduce risk and unlock better business outcomes.

   You'll learn:

   Why AI literacy — not more AI tools — is the foundation for AI success

   How prompt discipline can improve output quality and reduce AI costs

   The critical thinking skills employees need to work effectively alongside AI

   Practical steps leaders can take to drive sustained AI adoption and value

   Dig deeper:

   Become a client to learn more about AI literacy

   Attend a Gartner CIO Conference near you

   See why Gartner is the world authority on AI

   Timestamps:

   (00:00) Intro

   (02:22) The hidden risks of low AI literacy

   (05:30) Why leaders keep buying more tools

   (08:40) Who owns AI literacy?

   (09:50) Building an AI-literate workforce

   (15:50) Why AI literacy affects everyone

   (21:20) Making AI literacy stick

   (25:16) The first step leaders should take

7. AI Needs People: Why CIOs Are Rethinking the Productivity Play

   9 juli 2026 · 25 min

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   Many companies cut talent in pursuit of AI value. Now they're discovering what was lost in the process. Lees meer

   In this episode, we explore a shift taking place in organizations' AI journeys: after an initial rush to pursue productivity gains and cost savings, many leaders are rediscovering that human expertise is essential to realizing AI's full value. Gartner Senior Executive Partner Denise McCurdy joins us to share what she's hearing directly from CIOs as they navigate mounting pressure to deliver AI outcomes, implement agentic AI and prepare for new operating models — all while preserving the people, knowledge and relationships that drive lasting transformation.

   You'll learn:

   Why productivity gains alone rarely create lasting AI value

   The difference between "blue money" and "green money" outcomes

   How organizations are rehiring talent they initially replaced

   Why CIOs must deepen collaboration with CFOs and business leaders

   Dig deeper:

   Download the 1H 2026 Gartner CIO Report

   Attend a Gartner CIO Conference near you

   See why Gartner is the world authority on AI

8. How Executives Actually Talk About AI

   25 juni 2026 · 28 min

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   In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, we explore how executive conversations about AI are rapidly evolving — and why focusing on ROI alone is no longer enough. Drawing from his standout session from Gartner CIO Leadership Forum, VP Analyst Nate Suda unpacks three distinct C-suite perspectives shaping AI strategy today: value, workforce and operating philosophy. Lees meer

   You'll learn:

   The three critical AI conversations happening across the C-suite

   Why ROI is no longer a sufficient measure of AI success

   How "human-plus" work and shifting team boundaries are reshaping the organization

   What defines an AI-shaped enterprise and how to start thinking like one

   Dig deeper:

   Learn how to communicate AI's value

   Attend a Gartner CIO Conference near you

   See why Gartner is the world authority on AI

9. The 3 Practices for Leading Through Uncertainty

   18 juni 2026 · 9 min

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   In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, we dive into what strong leadership really looks like when the path ahead is unclear. From economic disruption to AI-fueled transformation, uncertainty is now a defining feature of the business landscape. Lees meer

   Gartner expert Mary Mesaglio returns to offer a succinct and timely playbook. Drawing from conversations with CEOs, CIOs and senior leadership around the globe, Mary shares three practical strategies for leading through volatility, ambiguity and change. Learn why clear communication, hyper-focused priorities and transparent guiding principles are the essential tools every executive and new leader needs today.

   You'll learn:

   Why corporate-speak fails in times of change and what to say instead

   The 10x10x10 rule for reinforcing priorities with your team

   How guiding principles offer stability and direction

   Dig deeper:

   See why Gartner is the world authority on AI

   Try out AskGartner for more AI-powered insights

   Learn how to create a strategic workforce plan

10. Get AI ROI Unstuck: From Productivity to True Business Value

    11 juni 2026 · 25 min

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    AI is delivering pockets of productivity, but far less business value than expected. Lees meer

    In this episode of Gartner ThinkCast, Distinguished VP Analyst Fran Karamouzis explores why so much AI ROI remains stuck inside organizations, never reaching the bottom line. While many leaders expect gains in individual productivity to translate directly into financial outcomes, legacy processes, siloed structures and outdated operating models often prevent that value from scaling. In a preview of a recent standout webinar, you'll hear what it really takes to unlock measurable impact — from rethinking how work flows across teams, to redesigning end‑to‑end processes, and leading the organizational change required to make AI stick.

    You'll learn:

    Why productivity gains alone don't guarantee financial returns

    Where AI value gets trapped inside workflows and operating models

    How to redesign work around end‑to‑end outcomes, not individual tasks

    What it takes to lead organizational change and consistently convert AI into ROI

    Dig deeper:

    Register to watch the full "Value is Trapped" webinar

    Learn how to prove quantifiable value from AI

    See why Gartner is the world authority on AI

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