AI, Automation and AI-enabled Infrastructure lead the list of solutions the UK’s IT management leaders are procuring for their projects, according to our exclusive research.
The findings have been revealed in the run up to the inaugural Elevate.Tech Summit, which takes place on June 17th in London and are based on delegate requirements.
Those registering to attend are asked which technologies they needed to invest in during 2026 and beyond.
AI-enabled Security and Cybersecurity solutions rounded out the Top 5.
Sarah Beale, Managing Director, Forum Events & Media, said: “Artificial intelligence is clearly moving from experimentation into large-scale operational investment for IT leaders across both private and public sector organisations. It’s particularly interesting to see AI, IT Automation and AI-enabled Infrastructure leading delegate priorities ahead of the inaugural Elevate.Tech Summit, highlighting how organisations are increasingly focused on building the operational foundations needed to support long-term AI adoption.
“At the same time, the strong focus on AI-enabled Security, Cybersecurity and Data Governance reflects growing awareness that innovation must be balanced with resilience, compliance and responsible implementation. Organisations are looking not just at what AI can deliver, but how it can be deployed securely, effectively and at scale.
“The findings demonstrate that IT leaders are now taking a far more strategic approach to automation, data and infrastructure transformation, with growing emphasis on integrated technologies that can improve operational efficiency while supporting future business agility.”
Top 10 solutions being sourced by Elevate.Tech Summit delegates June 2026
AI
IT Automation
AI-enabled Infrastructure
AI-enabled Security
Cybersecurity
Data Governance
Data Strategy
BI/Data Analytics
Digital Transformation
IT Operations Management
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