IT Forum Trancoso 2026: The new leadership in IT will not be the same

The Brazilian technology landscape is undergoing a profound transformation. We recently attended IT Forum Trancoso 2026, one of the most exclusive and relevant events in the sector, and what we brought back goes far beyond the beautiful scenery of Bahia. The IT ecosystem is not just changing; it is being rebuilt through the lens of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and strategic execution.

If you're a technology manager or business executive, you need to understand: traditional models are no longer cutting it. The corporate disconnect, where the business demands one thing and IT delivers another, has become the biggest bottleneck for innovation.

In this article, we detail the main insights from the forum and how your leadership should position itself for the "Age of Intelligence".

1. From "code owner" to strategic architect

One of the most vital discussions in Trancoso was the evolution of the CIO. The technology professional has ceased to be merely the technical guardian and has become the architect of a new balance between innovation, governance, and ethics.

As AI takes over automated operational decisions, the human factor becomes even more irreplaceable in areas such as:

• Long-term strategic analysis.
• Ability to question and interpret complex contexts.
• Critical thinking is needed to prevent AI from escalating errors stemming from flawed processes or rigid cultures.

Remember: AI learns from the past. If your corporate culture is "biased," the technology will simply replicate those vices with frightening efficiency.

2. AI in practice: we move from "noise" to execution

In 2026, the hype phase is over. The focus now is on solving real problems. During the event, we saw how multiple AI agents, when orchestrated correctly, can automate complex projects and generate prototypes in record time.

Skyone has reinforced its position as the necessary infrastructure for this transformation. For AI to generate value, it needs an environment of open questions and solid governance. Without quality and integrated data, artificial intelligence cannot learn.

3. The pillars of sustainable digital transformation

To lead this movement, IT needs to act as an "internal university" within organizations. To achieve this, three pillars are fundamental:

A. End of data silos

Skyone Studio emerges as the essential tool for eliminating silos and organizing the flow of information. Through its integration layer (iPaaS) and Lakehouse, it allows the company to integrate more than 400 systems (such as SAP B1, Totvs, and Salesforce) to feed AI models with reliable data.

B. Modernization of legacy systems

There is no efficient AI running on outdated infrastructure. Skyone Autosky allows you to migrate traditional ERP systems to the cloud without changing a single line of code. This democratizes access to cutting-edge technology for companies that still rely on monolithic applications.

C. Cybersecurity as business continuity

In a world where the average time to detect a cyberattack is 277 days, security cannot be seen as an operational cost. It is the guarantee that the business will continue operating tomorrow. Investing in solutions such as SOC/SIEM and EDR is an act of leadership and strategic vision.

4. The challenge of governance and ROI

The increasing autonomy of AI agents demands new governance models. Leaders now need to establish qualitative and quantitative metrics to evaluate the performance of hybrid teams (humans + agents).

The ultimate goal should be balance: using technology to unlock people's potential, not just to scale processes that no longer work.

"Without imagination, every strategy becomes a reaction."

Roberto Arruda, CRO of Skyone

Conclusion: the path to the top

The IT Forum Trancoso 2026 made one direction clear: IT transformation is no longer about technology, but about posture, strategy, and execution. For companies that want to move beyond talk and generate real value, data and cloud infrastructure is the inevitable first step.

Is your organization ready for this new leadership?

If you want to delve deeper into the complete slides and reflections presented by Roberto Arruda, access the exclusive material here.

Written by Skyone