IDC’s latest CIO Quick Poll conducted in Q3 offers timely, data-backed insights into how IT leaders are prioritizing investments, managing vendor relationships, evaluating pricing models, and redefining expectations in an AI-driven environment.

This summary deck distills the key findings to help CIOs, technology vendors, and IT decision makers align 2026 strategies to real-world priorities.

What you’ll learn

  • Vendor Shifts on the Horizon - A critical signal for both buyers and vendors navigating a shifting services landscape.
  • How CIOs Plan Their Budgets - Highlighting the importance of timing, forecasting accuracy, and cross-functional alignment as organizations enter 2026.
  • AI’s Expanding Influence - Reflecting new expectations for measurable value and flexibility as AI becomes central to digital strategy.
And more…

Get the full set of findings and equip your team with the insights needed to plan confidently for 2026.

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