IDC and e& enterprise to lead AI Innovation at 18th annual Middle East CIO Summit

The 18th Annual IDC Middle East CIO Summit is set to explore the dynamic world of artificial intelligence and its potential to drive business success. In partnership with e& enterprise, the region’s leading provider of secure, scalable digital solutions, the summit will serve as a critical platform for shaping the future of AI adoption in the Middle East. Taking place on February 19–20, 2025, at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, this year’s summit, themed Architecting an AI-Fueled Business, promises to explore how AI is revolutionizing business operations, from improving productivity to boosting profitability.

As AI adoption accelerates across the META region, IDC’s latest research shows that 72% of organizations in the area are either already using AI or planning to adopt it within the next two years. This highlights the growing importance of AI as a key driver of future business strategies. With e& enterprise as the official Host Partner, the summit is set to be an important event in this transformation journey, enabling companies to leverage cutting-edge technologies for their digital futures.

“We are thrilled to welcome e& enterprise as Host Partner for this landmark edition of the IDC Middle East CIO Summit,” says Jyoti Lalchandani, IDC’s regional managing director for META, Central Asia, and India. “e& enterprise’s leadership in driving digital transformation in the region is unmatched, and together we aim to empower the ICT ecosystem to thrive in an AI-dominated era.”

The summit comes at a time when AI-driven innovations are reshaping the way businesses operate. Technologies such as generative AI (GenAI), AIOps, AI-enabled security, and cloud-based solutions are enhancing operational agility and scalability. But while these advancements offer new possibilities, they also present challenges—particularly when it comes to governance, trustworthy implementations, and building robust, scalable infrastructures.

Exploring the Opportunities and Challenges of AI

Over two days, the IDC Middle East CIO Summit 2025 will gather C-suite executives, thought leaders, and industry innovators to address the key challenges and opportunities presented by AI. Attendees will have the chance to engage with discussions on topics like hybrid cloud strategies, predictive analytics, sustainability, and the convergence of AI with emerging technologies like IoT and 5G.

Miguel Angel Villalonga, e& enterprise’s Chief Operating Officer, notes, “At e& enterprise, we are committed to helping organizations tap into the full potential of AI to deliver transformative business outcomes. As Host Partner for the IDC Middle East CIO Summit 2025, we look forward to collaborating with industry leaders and accelerating innovation in AI to build a smarter, more resilient digital ecosystem across the region.”

This year’s summit promises an immersive experience, featuring actionable insights on how businesses can stay ahead of the curve in a fast-evolving ICT landscape. From AI’s role in enterprise modernization to strategies for next-gen IT, the summit will provide a comprehensive understanding of both the opportunities and risks in an AI-powered future.