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Digital transformation and the distinct role of the board in overseeing such mission-critical projects. In addition, the board’s role in fostering innovation and innovation beyond technology (e.g. operational and business model innovation).

In this digital age, technological threats arise as cyber criminals have become increasingly well organised and sophisticated. Boards must understand the potential for a cyber-attack is a when, not an if, scenario. What role does the board play in preparing for a tech crisis and how can boards ensure their organisations have sufficient safeguards in place to protect against cyber risks?

Small and medium organisations can face their own opportunities, risks and challenges with technology governance. How can SME directors navigate the cyber and digital world, and which practical steps can SME organisations take to adapt to a rapidly changing digital world?

Each roundtable will have its own topic and theme and an SME will be allocated at each roundtable to facilitate the discussion. Attendees will receive the topics ahead of time and each table will be based off a ‘first in, best dressed’ basis. 

Insights from the AICD and the Cyber Security Cooperative Research Centre (CSCRC)’s Second Edition Revised Cyber Security Governance Principles (due end of 2024); and practical tips on the board’s role in responding to a cyber crisis (drawing on the insights of the Governing through a Cyber Crisis resource). How can a board focus on communications and reputation while balancing the people impacted by a cyber crisis, both internally and externally.

Why Data and AI is different to other technology and may require a different governance approach; the role of the board in AI and Data governance; what effective, safe and responsible AI and Data looks like; how boards and organisations are balancing the mitigation of AI and Data risks with seizing opportunities.