Ashutosh Sharma,

Ashutosh Sharma

VP, Research Director

Ashutosh leads a team of analysts across the Digital Business & Strategy, Customer Experience, Technology Executive, and Technology Architecture & Delivery services. He is also a global lead for Forrester’s partners practice and advises customers on how best to work with their technology and business services partner. His team’s research encompasses designing and developing digital products and services, harnessing emerging technologies, and delivering personalized experiences. Ashutosh’s own area of coverage includes technology leadership, digital business, emerging technologies, sourcing, and partner management.

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September 18th, 2025 5:00 AM - 6:00 AM Peer Discussions

Maximizing Impact: Strategic Budget Planning For Tech Leaders (APAC)

Economic uncertainty and market volatility are forcing executives and business leaders to revisit budget planning with much higher expectations. As you tackle 2026 planning, how can you make the biggest impact with lasting benefits rather than one-time reductions? Join Ashutosh Sharma for this interactive discussion with fellow technology leaders on your plans, priorities, and initiatives for the upcoming year, guided by Forrester’s 2026 Budget Planning Guides. Leave the conversation with new ideas for how to meet the growth challenges of 2026 and beyond. Questions for discussion:Where are organizations maintaining, cutting, or increasing current investment?How do I obtain greater enterprise intelligence to connect budgets with specific investments?How do I build an optimization mindset? Peer discussions are available exclusively to Forrester Decisions VIP Leaders and Leader license holders for their own participation.
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