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Welcoming a new era of humans, agents and machines

Join fellow technology leaders as we explore the human-AI agent-machine relationship and how it accelerates enterprise transformation.

11 May 2026 | Singapore 

12-16 May 2026 | Shenzhen and Guangzhou

Co-organisers:

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As AI reshapes the future of society, seamless collaboration between humans, agents, and machines will define tomorrow’s enterprises.

Join fellow technology leaders as we explore the human-agent-machine relationship and how it accelerates enterprise transformation.

11 May 2026 | Singapore

12-16 May 2026 | Shenzhen and Guangzhou

Co-organisers:

Our focus for the 39ᵗʰ CIO Workshop

The next intelligence:
Humans, agents and machines

Explore the new wave of intelligence through three lenses:

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Humans:

Leading the age of intelligence

The next wave starts with people—bold thinkers who imagine, harness and govern AI to create impact and deliver results.

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Agents:  
Agile 
digital collaborators

Beyond automation lies true partnership. Intelligent agents amplify human potential, transforming how we work and innovate.

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Machines:

Intelligence in motion

Step into a world where machines act and adapt as AI enters reality, bringing intelligence to life.

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Singapore

Join us for a morning of insightful discussions as we explore the synergy between humans, machines and intelligent agents, and how that will redefine the way we live and work.

Located at Raffles City Convention Centre, registration opens at 9:00 AM and the programme commences at 10:00 AM:

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Shaping our collective future with AI

Ms Jasmin Lau, Minister of State, Ministry of Digital Development and Information, will speak on how the government is driving AI-powered enterprise transformation and building an AI-ready workforce to create an inclusive digital future.

02.

AI and the new world order

Visiting Scholar from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy and former Foreign Minister of Singapore, George Yeo, will share insights on the state of AI development around the world and what this means for Singapore and Southeast Asia.

03.

Agentic AI power movers

Learn from the industry’s most influential organisations as Google, OpenAI and Manus AI Co-founder, Zhang Tao, unveil how agentic AI is transforming the way humans and machines collaborate.

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From pilots to real-world impact: Shaping Singapore’s mobility and sustainable future

Discover the integration of embodied AI into airports, ports and urban infrastructure as we redefine how machines learn and operate to create waves in our mobility ecosystem.

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Shenzhen and Guangzhou

Welcome to the Greater Bay Area, China’s innovation powerhouse for robotics, embodied AI and future-ready technologies. Here’s what’s in store:

01.

Shenzhen: Where humans, machines and AI converge

Experience the future of robotics, autonomous vehicles and AI
Explore advanced manufacturing robotics and autonomous vehicles at BYD, discover leading-edge innovations at Huawei and witness UBTECH’s humanoid robots redefining embodied AI.

 

Engage with AI leaders and innovators
Join discussions with the Longgang District AI (Robotics) Administration on how Shenzhen is scaling AI and robotics to enhance urban living.

Witness the latest innovations at GAIE 2026

Immerse yourself in the 7ᵗʰ Shenzhen Global AI Expo, featuring next-generation AI devices, humanoid robots and more.

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Guangzhou: Driving the future of smart mobility

See AI in action

Spanning intelligent EVs, autonomous driving, humanoid robots and flying vehicles, experience how XPENG is extending AI into the physical world through real-world autonomy, perception and interaction.

About us

The CIO Workshop was created and piloted by Accenture in the USA in 1986. In 1988, Accenture brought the CIO Workshop to Singapore for the first time and jointly organised it in partnership with the Information Technology Management Association (ITMA). The ITMA was previously known as the Data Processing Management Association of Singapore. After almost four decades, the CIO Workshop has become the longest-running annual forum where CIOs gain insights on the latest technologies, learn from leading industry experts and network with peers from both large private and public organisations.

In 2000, the event set a new standard with its dual-location format. Since then, delegates have had the opportunity to travel, learn from and network with their peers from another Asian city during the second leg of the workshop. Past destinations have included Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Taipei, Hong Kong, Seoul, Tokyo, Shanghai and Shenzhen.

The evolution of the CIO Workshop
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2025

Singapore, Osaka and Kyoto, Japan

2022

Hybrid: In-person and virtual

2021

Hybrid: In-person and virtual

2019

Singapore and Tokyo, Japan

2018

Singapore and Shenzhen, China

2017

Singapore and Shanghai, China

2023

Singapore and Bangkok, Thailand

2024

Singapore, Shanghai and Hangzhou, China

Exclusively for ITMA members and invited guests only
If you are an Accenture client interested in attending the event, please reach out to your designated Client Account Lead (CAL).
For all other enquiries, our team is here to assist you.
 
Programme details are subject to change as we curate the best possible experience for participants. Updates will be communicated to all registrants.

© 2026 – 39ᵗʰ CIO Workshop

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