About this session

Is Digital Debt undermining your IT strategy? In the race to stay competitive, quick-fix solutions and outdated infrastructure often pile up, leaving organizations burdened by digital debt, the unseen cost of fragmented systems and outdated tech. As IT leaders push for agility and innovation, they are increasingly confronted with the reality that yesterday’s shortcuts are today’s roadblocks. But how do you uncover the true scope of your digital debt? More importantly, how can you tackle it without disrupting ongoing operations?

Join top CIOs and IT leaders from Europe and the Nordics for a candid, interactive discussion about overcoming this pervasive challenge. You will exchange hard-won insights on modernization, strategize how to gain executive buy-in, and discuss best practices for building a scalable, future-proof IT foundation. This discussion is not about one-size-fits-all answers, it is about challenging assumptions, sharing real experiences, and building practical strategies.

We highly encourage you to prepare any questions you may have on this topic beforehand and use this forum as a valuable opportunity to learn how others in similar positions at different companies approach this topic.

Key Discussion Themes:

1. Mapping the Debt You Can’t See
• How are CIOs uncovering the hidden layers of digital debt across systems, teams, and processes?
• What warning signs indicate that fragmented systems are holding back innovation?
• How can you quantify the long-term costs of legacy infrastructure and quick fixes?

2. Modernization Without Disruption
• What approaches are helping IT leaders modernize core systems while minimizing business risk and operational downtime?
• How can you balance innovation and stability when replacing legacy components?
• What best practices have proven successful in incremental modernization without jeopardizing daily operations?

3. Securing Executive Buy-In for the Long Game
• How can CIOs build a compelling case for investment in cleanup, simplification, and future-ready infrastructure?
• What strategies resonate most with decision-makers when pitching long-term modernization?
• How do you prioritize projects when resources are limited but digital debt continues to grow?