The decisions you make today will determine what your IT landscape looks like for the next years. What do you reduce to a standard solution, and where do you continue building yourself to truly make a difference for your customers?
On Thursday, 22 October 2026, Brainsquare Group is hosting Navigate 2026 at the Van der Valk Hotel in Mechelen. This is an afternoon for the people who determine the strategy, make the decisions, and keep the business running. Do not expect theoretical pitches or technology hype. We take a critical look at the reality of the boardroom: departments with conflicting demands, the constant pressure on budgets, and the tough choices that determine whether a project succeeds.
Guided by moderator Michaël Van Droogenbroeck, we open with a sharp plenary discussion between a CEO and a CIO. How do you handle the demand for faster innovation when operations demand stability? Afterward, we break into small groups for two of the four conversational tracks:
- Standardization vs. differentiation: Keeping the core for the essentials, and clearly deciding what stays yours.
- The integration challenge: Every new partner means a new connection. We discuss onboarding, e-invoicing mandates, and eliminating manual legacy processes.
- AI in production: Demos always look good, but what survives the production phase? We focus on real value, data, and ownership with a scalable rollout in mind.
- Budget and operations: Keeping the landscape running while budgets shift, based on predictable costs.
Navigate 2026 brings together around 120 IT leaders, architects, data specialists, and decision-makers from various sectors. It is an excellent opportunity to share insights with peers facing the exact same challenges, followed by an extensive walking dinner.
Ready to join the conversation? Discover the full agenda, select the two conversations most relevant to your business, and confirm your attendance.
