Auckland, NZ | 20 November 2025 – Systemethix, in partnership with IBM, invites senior technology leaders to a private Lunch & Learn exploring how AI is shaping the next generation of enterprise platforms.
Set against the backdrop of the Akarana Marine Sports Centre overlooking Rangitoto Island, this executive-only event will bring together CIOs, CTOs, and Heads of Architecture from Healthcare, Higher Education, Media, and Retail to discuss how data, AI, and infrastructure can work in harmony to drive true transformation.
Why This Event Matters
Modern enterprise platforms are evolving at speed, yet many organisations are still constrained by legacy data architectures not designed for the scale and governance that AI demands. As business expectations rise, technology leaders must transform infrastructure into intelligent systems that can adapt, learn, and deliver measurable outcomes.
At this Lunch & Learn, you’ll gain actionable insights into how to modernise your data platforms, turning your infrastructure into a flexible, AI-ready foundation built for resilience and governance.
Who This Event Is For
This event is designed for senior technology and business leaders responsible for driving digital transformation and data strategy across their organisations.
It’s particularly relevant for CIOs, CTOs, Heads of Architecture, and IT Directors across industries that provide essential or critical services, where data governance, scalability, and innovation are key to long-term success.
Event Highlights and Key Speakers
Richard Schorfield – Systemethix
From Infrastructure to Intelligence: Making Data Plastic for AI
Richard explores how intelligent infrastructure enables data mobility across cloud and on-prem environments, creating a “plastic” data architecture that is safe, sovereign, and ready for AI. He’ll share how Systemethix is helping organisations build platforms that evolve with their AI strategy rather than constrain it.
Mike Rankin – KPMG
Turning AI Ambitions into Reality
Mike will outline what it takes to translate AI strategy into sustainable results, from governance frameworks to cultural readiness and measurable value creation.
Sir Wayne “Buck” Shelford
Leadership, resilience & the power of teamwork
One of New Zealand’s most inspiring leaders shares what the All Blacks can teach enterprises about collaboration, resilience, and navigating change under pressure.
What You’ll Take Away
✔ Blueprints for AI-Ready Infrastructure: How IBM and Systemethix architectures unlock data agility and governance.
✔ Lessons from Transformation Leaders: Practical insights from KPMG on bridging AI vision and execution.
✔ A Human Lens on Change: How resilience and team culture enable innovation at scale.
✔ Networking with Peers: Engage with fellow C-suite leaders over lunch with views of Rangitoto Island.
Event Details
📅 Thursday, 20 November 2025
📍 Akarana Marine Sports Centre, 8/10 Tamaki Drive, Orakei, Auckland
⏰ 12:00 PM – 2:30 PM (Lunch & Networking)
Reserve Your Seat
Attendance is by invitation and confirmation to ensure a focused discussion among senior IT leaders. You’re welcome to submit your registration below. The Systemethix team will review all submissions and confirm your attendance if seats are available.
Register your interest now to be considered for this exclusive event, or contact events@systemethix.co.nz for further details.
About Systemethix
Systemethix is a New Zealand-based enterprise IT specialist helping organisations modernise infrastructure, automate operations, and unlock the power of AI. As an IBM Gold Partner, Systemethix designs and delivers hybrid cloud solutions powered by IBM technologies, bridging legacy systems and future innovation.
The Road Ahead for AI Infrastructure
AI is no longer a future initiative, it’s the foundation of modern business strategy.
Join Systemethix and IBM as we explore how to move from infrastructure to intelligence, turning data into a strategic asset that drives real transformation.
