An unbiased, strategic digital public sector perspective

At Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo™, explore how AI, geopolitics and economic pressures are reshaping the future of government and public services. From digital sovereignty to AI-driven service delivery, gain practical insights to modernize systems, build resilience and drive mission impact.

Connect with peers and Gartner analysts to navigate disruption, evolve your operating model and turn AI into measurable outcomes.

Connect with public sector technology experts and peers

Industry Content

Industry-Specific Sessions:

  • Government: Making Digital Sovereignty Work: Steps and Strategies for Mission Success
  • Government: Restoring Citizen Trust in a Post-AI Hype Era through Digital Service Delivery
  • Ask the Expert for Government and Defense: How AI and IoMT Are Revolutionizing Supply Chains and Maintenance
  • Government: Creating a Future-Ready Digital Government
  • Hype Cycle for Government Services, 2026
  • European Public Sector Healthcare and Social Services Session*
  • Public Sector Roundtable: Reinventing the Operating Model for AI and Geopolitical Disruption (Multigroup)*
  • European Public Sector Local Government Session*
  • European Public Sector Defense Session*
  • European Public Sector Transportation Session*
  • European Public Sector Shared Services Session*

With over 300+ sessions, there’s more to explore. Top-trending sessions include:

  • 7 Disruptions You Might Not See Coming: 2026-2031
  • Signature Series: 2027 CIO & Tech Executive Agenda
  • Decision Intelligence: Getting Value From AI Agents and Multiagent Systems
  • Signature Series: CEO Watch 2026
  • Signature Series: Top Strategic Predictions for 2027 and Beyond
  • Signature Series: Top Strategic Technology Trends for 2027
  • What Human Skills Are Needed in the AI Era? What to Protect, Pivot and Purge
  • 2026 Gartner Executive Survey: What the C‑Suite Really Thinks About 
  • How CIOs Are Cutting Costs With AI in 2026
  • The Ripple Effects of AI on Work and Talent
  • Signature Series: Emerging Trends Vision 2027: Human-AI Relationships Will Reshape the World
  • 3 Essential Steps to Evolve Your Operating Model in the Age of AI and Volatility

View the Full Agenda

Agenda as of June 2026
*Pre-registration is required. Space is limited.

Connect with public sector peers - across organizational size and specialty - through a variety of networking gatherings. 

Join large-group keynotes setting the stage for emerging technology and trends, and sessions featuring Gartner public sector experts and external thought leaders. Discuss topics impacting the public sector in smaller-setting roundtables and workshops. You have a variety of ways to discover new insights, engage and validate your strategy, and walk away ready to make smarter, faster decisions.

Industry Interactive Sessions

Engage with a small group of industry peers - facilitated by a Gartner analyst - covering specific topics and issues most relevant to the public sector.*

Conference Networking Activities

Take advantage of curated, relaxed environments to connect - from CIO-exclusive lunches to informal breaks and evening receptions.

Throughout the conference, choose from multiple opportunities to meet peers and build lasting connections.

Connect 1-1 with Industry Peers

Start connecting before the conference and plan your onsite schedule to grow your professional network. Download the Conference Navigator app and opt in to Attendee Networking. Search for peers by role, organization size, industry sector, and region.

View Experience

*Pre-registration is required. These sessions are not available to vendors; space is limited.

Conference Highlights

Get fresh perspectives and collaborate with industry leaders and experts as you access exclusive Gartner insights, solve shared challenges, and engage in unique experiences.

  • Join the Gartner CIO Circle Program—designed for Chief Information Officers, offering exclusive sessions tailored to your priorities to explore new strategies, share ideas, and grow your peer community.

  • Discover critical insights for the year ahead in Gartner Signature Series sessions, including Top Strategic Technology Trends, Top Strategic Predictions, and the CIO and Technology Executive Agenda.

  • Participate in industry roundtables to connect with peers from leading organizations, inspired by the latest insights and hosted by a Gartner analyst.

  • Attend industry-specific sessions tailored specifically to the public sector.

  • Meet one-on-one with a Gartner analyst to address your key initiatives and challenges with actionable outcomes.

  • Engage in peer networking events for natural conversations during meals, receptions, and a special event.

  • Access the IT Xpo to connect with leading technology providers, explore innovative, cost-effective solutions.

"Greatest event of the year! The organisation is amazing. The variety of topics and the quality of the conferences makes the real difference."

Abbib Hicham
Expert Director, Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles