In 2026, global business and government spending on technology goods and services will grow 7.8% to reach a monumental $5.6 trillion. Cloud, AI, and hyperscaler investment will drive much of global tech spend growth, along with cybersecurity and the growing digital economy. Asia Pacific and North America will see the fastest growth, but every region must navigate shifting macroeconomics, tariffs, and supply dynamics. Join Michael O’Grady and Jitender Miglani as they discuss how tech spend will evolve globally in 2026 – and through 2030, including market drivers and risks.Key takeaways: How will different categories of tech goods and services grow in 2026 and beyond – and what factors are shaping that evolution?How are AI, cloud, and hyperscaler capex reshaping demand—e.g., AI-optimized servers, software infrastructure CAGR, and IaaS/services dynamics What are regional and sector trends for tech spending?How do we foresee information workers across global markets driving tech spend? Target audience level: intermediate and advanced

AI is now the organizing force in US government sector tech strategy, driving decisions about data estates, operating models, and oversight while legacy complexity meets rising modernization pressure. Agencies are shifting spend from point solutions to commercial-off-the-shelf platform ecosystems that improve assurance, resilience, and mission outcomes. For the vendors and service providers who supply them, increasing procurement expectations such as supply‑chain provenance, software bill of materials transparency, domestic hosting, and the “Buy American” cry of digital sovereignty is shaping acquisition choices in 2026 across all levels of government.Key takeaways: Identify where 2026 budgets are moving from traditional enterprise software to cloud, data platforms, cybersecurity, and agentic AI. Understand why AI has become the central organizing force for government tech and what this means for unified data foundations, governance, and oversight.Learn what options exist from vendors for modernization of legacy‑heavy environments while meeting the experience expectations for customers, employees, and partners.Understand procurement guardrails influencing decisions, including supply‑chain transparency and the “Buy American” emphasis in the President’s Management Agenda.Discover practical next steps to prioritize data estate consolidation, strengthen governance using proven frameworks, and engage vendors that can demonstrate readiness for responsible AI.Target audience level: all levels

In 2026, US healthcare providers will increase their tech investments by 7.6%. As the industry is accelerates toward digitally enabled, patient‑centric, and interoperable care, providers face clinician burnout, regulatory complexity, rising consumer expectations, and fragmented systems. Technology decisions will increasingly determine clinical, operational, and financial outcomes. Join our analysts as they unpack the healthcare technology spending priorities for 2026 and explore what these trends mean for industry leaders. Key takeaways: Explore the market forces and provider priorities driving US healthcare tech spend.Understand how value‑based care, regulatory demands, workforce needs, and patient behavior influence tech investment.Learn how to align tech budgets to improve outcomes, reduce friction, and strengthen operational agility.Target audience level: all levels