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MIT Sloan CIO Symposium 2024

May 13 - 14, Boston
Thoughtworks sponsors Annual MIT CIO Symposium

Thoughtworks is a proud sponsor of MIT Sloan CIO Symposium 2024. Celebrate with us at our networking cocktail event and join the discussion at our panel talk.

 

The MIT Sloan CIO Symposium offers a unique learning environment by combining MIT's academic thought leadership with the in-the-trenches experience of leading global CIOs, CDOs and senior IT executives. 

 

This year's theme is The Goldilocks Paradox: Navigating Extremes in Your Digital Strategy. It will look at the challenges technology leaders face in the rapidly evolving digital landscape, with insights from MIT experts and firsthand experience of respected executives.

 

Thoughtworks' Chief AI Officer, Mike Mason, will be speaking as a panelist on the data provenance dilemma, along with clients and friends of Thoughtworks who will be speaking on IT resilience and balancing rapid innovation with sustainable growth.

 

So that we don't miss each other at the symposium, book a meeting time with us!

Cocktails

Celebrate with us at MIT Sloan CIO Symposium

Monday, May 13, 2024 | 8:00pm - 10:00pm

Networking cocktail event hosted by Thoughtworks

 

Join Thoughtworks for an exclusive networking cocktail event to mark the end of the pre-event activities on day one and to celebrate the CIO Leadership Award nominees and recipient. 

 

This is a chance to unwind, share ideas and have thought-provoking conversations to build meaningful connections. Mingle with industry experts and technology leaders over drinks in a relaxed and friendly environment. Your conference ticket is all that you need to join our cocktail event. 

 

Location: outside the Grand Ballroom where the CIO Award Dinner will be held

Thoughtworks' session

May 14, 2024

3:00 - 3:45 PM, Skyline CD&E, West Tower, Floor 2

The Data Provenance Dilemma: Legal and Ethical Risks

Mike Mason, Chief AI Officer, Thoughtworks

 

Generative AI models are highly dependent on the quality and quantity of data used in their training. But, many of these models are being trained on vast, diverse, and inconsistently documented datasets that have been raising serious concerns about the legal and ethical risks involved. This is true not only for large language models trained on text, but also for models based on different kinds of inputs, including audio, images, video, and software. We're seeing an increasing number of lawsuits about the provenance of the data used in their training, and the recent strikes by the writers' and actors' guilds were partly due to making sure that their work isn't used to train AI models without their permission and remuneration. The panel will discuss the complexities of using large, diverse datasets in the training of generative AI models, the difficulties involved in understanding the provenance of the data being used, and the kinds of tools and standards needed for the responsible use of these powerful models.

Mike Mason

Chief AI Officer, Thoughtworks

 

Mike is dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge tech for business solutions. He spearheads generative AI adoption internally and for clients, driving business transformation. He also contributes to Thoughtworks’ Technology Radar and Looking Glass publications, and co-authored the Digital Transformation Game Plan.

Our clients' sessions

May 14, 2024

1:35 - 2:15 PM, Grand Ballroom, West Tower, Floor 2

Right-Sized Rigor: Balancing IT Resilience with Agile Innovation

Anaf Durrani, Vice President of Product Engineering, Grainger

 

CIOs must maintain IT resilience while embracing agile innovation. We will explore strategies for implementing robust, resilient IT infrastructures that support rapid change and innovation. This session offers invaluable insights for striking the optimal balance in a fast-evolving technological landscape.

3:05 - 3:45 PM, Grand Ballroom, West Tower, Floor 2

Extreme Agility: Balancing Rapid Innovation with Sustainable Growth

Ranbir Chawla, Senior Vice President of Engineering, Ritchie Brothers

 

More than ever, CIOs must strike a balance between swiftly adopting innovative practices and ensuring long-term, sustainable growth. This panel will examine strategies for organizations to remain agile and responsive, while also building a foundation for enduring success. We will offer insights into managing the rapid pace of change without compromising the sustainability of growth, an essential competency in today's competitive business environment.

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