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The 27th Annual Business Transformation World Summit | 2026 Event Guide

The 27th Annual Business Transformation World Summit | 2026 Event Guide

The renowned 27th Annual Business Transformation World Summit is returning to Miami on January 26 -28, 2026, for an electric gathering of transformation leaders and pioneers shaping the industry. 

In 2026, your favorite Transformation event is undergoing a reinvention of its own. Featuring, for the first time in its 27-year history, FIVE co-located summits, the Business Transformation World Summit becomes the only platform designed to unite Transformation and AI leaders. It is the first of its kind to place Agentic & AI transformation at the heart of a human-centric Transformation event.

Download our Event Guide to explore what we've got in store, including: 

  • The Chief Transformation Officer Summit – a closed-door network designed for C-level and SVP-level leaders responsible for setting the course for enterprise transformation
  • The Change & Transformation Summit – designed for those focused on driving change management, building a culture of continuous transformation and identifying change champions from grassroots to boardroom
  • The Agentic AI Transformation Summit – brand new and designed for AI and digital transformation professionals, who are working out how to embark on or scale a sustainable agentic journey – one which can truly enhance business outcomes
  • The Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement Summit – for those looking to institutionalise strong OPEX fundamentals as a core component of organisational DNA
  • The Digital Transformation Showcase, live on the expo floor and designed for those embedding the data architectures, ERP mainframes and governance strategies that are essential to transforming business in an agentic age

OPEX & Business Transformation Awards Application Guidelines

OPEX & Business Transformation Awards Application Guidelines

For years, the prestigious annual Global OPEX and Business Transformation Awards have been a beacon of recognition, honoring innovators who have led exceptional operational excellence and business transformation initiatives within their organizations.

We are now accepting applications for The OPEX & Business Transformation Awards 2025! 

Download the guidelines to learn more about:

  • 2025 key dates & award categories
  • How to apply
  • Meet our esteemed judging panel
Infographic | Leading the Shift of Agent Transformation

Infographic | Leading the Shift of Agent Transformation

Agentic AI is going to help you transform your organization, but only if you know how to harness it.

Step into the Agentic AI Summit, where leaders like you explore how to scale AI from experiments to enterprise-wide impact. Hear from Zendesk, JPMorgan, and other innovators who are already using agentic AI to redefine operations.

At the summit, you’ll:

  • Dive into real-world AI deployments and see what works.
  • Learn how to build high-performing AI teams and integrate AI into mission-critical workflows.
  • Explore governance, ethics, and risk management frameworks for scaling safely.

Expect: Expert panels, interactive demos, and practical playbooks to take AI from pilot to full-scale implementation.

Download the infographic to see the full speaker line-up and start planning the strategies that will shape the next era of Agentic AI in your organization.

Infographic | Holistic Transformation: Building Readiness, Capability & Agility

Infographic | Holistic Transformation: Building Readiness, Capability & Agility

The future of change is happening at the Change and Transformation Summit, and you need to be in the room.

Join the brightest minds in organizational change and discover how to turn disruption into opportunity. Learn how to scale agile practices, embed continuous learning, and lead transformations that stick, even through mergers, layoffs, and digital disruption.

At the summit, you’ll:

  • Gain strategies to reduce resistance, boost engagement, and deliver measurable results.
  • Explore real-world case studies from the World Bank Group, AGCO, and other leaders driving successful transformations.
  • Connect with peers from Liberty Mutual, Northern Trust, Mastercard, and more to share insights and tactics.

Expect: Interactive sessions, actionable frameworks, and insider tips you can implement immediately.

Download the infographic to see the full speaker line-up and register today. Don’t just adapt to change, lead it.

Infographic | Value Realization through Foundational Process Excellence and AI Enablement

Infographic | Value Realization through Foundational Process Excellence and AI Enablement

Operational excellence isn’t just about cutting costs; it’s about building a future-ready, high-impact organization.

At the Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement Summit, discover how Catalent, S&P Global, and other leaders are embedding AI and data-driven strategies into process excellence and workforce development.

At the summit, you’ll:

  • See how AI is accelerating value stream mapping, continuous improvement, and decision-making.
  • Learn actionable methods and KPIs to drive measurable, lasting results.
  • Connect with executives from Medtronic, Siemens Gamesa, BD, and more to exchange best practices.

Expect: Interactive workshops, hands-on case studies, and insights you can implement immediately to transform your operations.

Download the infographic to see the full speaker line-up and uncover those who are shaping the future of operational excellence.

The Business Transformation World Summit Awards Guidelines

The Business Transformation World Summit Awards Guidelines

For years, the annual global Business Transformation Awards has recognized and celebrated those who have spearheaded superior operational excellence and business transformation initiatives within their organizations.

We are now accepting applications for The Business Transformation Awards 2026!

Download the guidelines to learn more about:

  • 2026 key dates & award categories
  • How to apply
  • Meet our esteemed judging panel
OPEX Week 2025 Testimonials Infographic

OPEX Week 2025 Testimonials Infographic

Discover the transformative impact of OPEX Week 2025 through the voices of our attendees. This infographic showcases heartfelt testimonials from industry leaders and participants who experienced the enriching sessions, insightful discussions, and unparalleled networking opportunities at OPEX Week: Business Transformation World Summit 2025 in Miami.

Infographic | Real Leaders and Real Insights: The No-Nonsense Definition of ‘Transformation’ in 2025

Infographic | Real Leaders and Real Insights: The No-Nonsense Definition of ‘Transformation’ in 2025

How the BTWS Advisory Board Defines Transformation, and What it Means for You

Transformation isn’t just accelerating, it’s being redefined. Across industries, success is no longer measured by efficiency alone; it’s about adaptability, human-centric design, and the intelligent use of AI.

To cut through the hype, we asked esteemed members of the BTWS Advisory Board – senior leaders from E.ON, Edward Jones, Siemens Gamesa, Personify Health, and more – to share how they define transformation in 2025.

This exclusive infographic brings together their perspectives in one place, giving you direct access to the thinking of leaders who are shaping the future of Operational Excellence. No jargon, no fluff, just powerful insights you can apply to your own transformation journey.

Download the infographic to discover:

  • How Advisory Board leaders are blending AI with human wisdom to design resilient, adaptive businesses.
  • Why transformation today demands courage, clarity, and a focus on the right problems.
  • The five fundamental shifts that will shape how you lead and compete in 2025 and beyond.

Download now to see how the leaders redefining transformation think about it — and what it means for your future.

Convince Your Boss Letter

Convince Your Boss Letter

With FIVE critical summits co-locating for this event for the first time in 27 years, The Business Transformation World Summit is the only platform designed to unite Transformation and AI leaders.

Present your boss with this customizable letter detailing the reasons why you should attend Business Transformation World Summit 2026 – January 26-28, Miami, Florida, US. Just download the letter template below, edit as needed, and submit!

We hope to welcome you there!