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Interview NextGen Tech Leaders | How emerging and established IT leaders strengthen each other

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:17:00 +0200

Hylke Sprangers and Pleuni van Rooij show that the IT leader of tomorrow grows through collaboration with the current generation. NextGen Tech Leaders (powered by CIO Platform Nederland) highlights how experienced and emerging leaders strengthen one another and are better equipped together to navigate technological acceleration.

Speaker Announcement Dream Festival - NextGen Tech Leaders

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:04:17 +0200

“What it takes”: rising FC Utrecht talent Carmen Werkhoven shares what it truly takes to break through at the highest level. Her story reveals the mindset, discipline, and drive that make the difference between having talent - and turning talent into achievement.

PostNL advances its AI‑first strategy

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 14:49:47 +0200

Members in the News: Willem‑Jan van Tongeren, CIO of PostNL, speaks in EW Magazine about how PostNL is further digitalizing its services through a clear AI‑first strategy. The organization was recently awarded the Silver International CX Award for Best Digital Customer Experience – Strategic Approach.

The speakers for Dream Festival 2026 have been announced!

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:17:32 +0100

Dream Festival 2026 is almost here! The key moment for everyone in the NextGen Tech Leaders community who wants to think bigger, lead smarter and shape the future of tech. With an inspiring speaker lineup and a focus on bold ideas and strategic vision, this is the place where future leaders grow. Bring another next‑gen talent with you and don’t miss out.

Orbia Pune GCC focuses on AI‑driven growth

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 10:23:49 +0100

Members in the News: Andrea Bergamini (Vice President and Chief Information Officer) recently spoke with Shalini Mondal of Analytics India Magazine about Orbia’s digital strategy.

Farewell to our board members

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:57:12 +0100

Recently, at CIO Platform Nederland, we marked the farewell of four valued board members: Raimond Voermans (JBT Marel), Arjen Boersma, Edward Cox, and Claudia de Andrade de Wit (Port of Rotterdam).

Dutch GPT‑NL is ready for use: ‘The only language model that complies with the GDPR'

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:21:22 +0100

Members in the news: Tweakers – Two years ago,(in Dutch) the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Policy allocated 13.5 million euros for the development of a Dutch AI language model, and now the time has come: GPT‑NL is ready for use.

AWS European Sovereign Cloud investigated for SLM Rijk

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:10:25 +0100

GreenbergTraurig investigated AWS European Sovereign Cloud (IaaS) on behalf of SLM Microsoft, Google Cloud, and AWS (SLM). An explanation (Dutch) of the investigation and its results has been made public.

Dream Festival: From Imagination to Strategy A blog conversation between Gabriëlle Lopes and Anneke Keller

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:23:24 +0100

Do you know them — those meetings that feel a bit off?
Numbers, numbers, some operational points, and then even more numbers.
The right priorities are set, sure, but you quickly think: everything seems correct, and yet we’re not making any real progress.
We need more ambition; we need to do things differently instead of continuing down the same path everyone is already following.
We need to dream!

Blog | CIOs Are Being Heard by Politics: Digitalization Gains Weight in the Coalition Agreement

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:06:56 +0100

With the coalition agreement “Getting to Work. Building a Better Netherlands (2026–2030)”, it appears that our recommendations to the Informateur have largely been heard. Digitalisation runs as a common thread throughout the agreement and is visibly given more weight than in previous years.

The Municipality of Amsterdam opts for digital autonomy

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 14:21:13 +0100

Members in the news: Dutch IT Leaders with the Municipality of Amsterdam. This month, the Municipality of Amsterdam presented a renewed Sourcing and Cloud Strategy for the period 2026–2030. With this course, the capital is explicitly opting for digital autonomy and the protection of citizen data. The plan aims to ensure that Amsterdam remains resilient in a world that is becoming increasingly unpredictable, both geopolitically and technologically.

Cybersecurity Council (CSR) warns new cabinet about cyber threats

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:58:53 +0100

In a letter to the informateur, the Cybersecurity Council expressed its concerns about the lack of investment in digital security. To prevent societal disruption, the CSR argues, it is necessary to include €690 million for digital security in the new coalition agreement.

Welcome to 2026

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 14:37:59 +0100

First of all, I wish you a healthy, inspiring, and successful 2026. The new year is always a moment of reflection and looking ahead.

Growing into a Digital Enterprise with a Clear Vision at Dura Vermeer

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:15:08 +0100

Members in the News: Dutch IT Leaders with Ilze Cools (CIO Dura Vermeer), Family-owned company Dura Vermeer is a top 10 player in the Dutch construction industry and aims to secure its position in the coming years by investing in a solid digital foundation. A cloud-based IT environment, combined with a managed network infrastructure, will provide a flexible base for sustainable growth. Ilze Cools, CIO of Dura Vermeer, is working with her team to build this foundation, enabling the company to operate more efficiently and intelligently as a digitally driven enterprise.

Wennink underlines the urgency of digital investments

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 14:01:54 +0100

The Netherlands stands at a crossroads: without bold choices and targeted investments, our prosperity risks stagnation. The Wennink report makes it clear, billions are needed to secure digital autonomy, innovation, and strategic strength. Now is the time for decisive action to ensure the Netherlands leads in innovation and sustainable growth.

Boost your team with highly skilled tech talent from a refugee background | An initiative by Essent and Refugee Talent Hub

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:31:19 +0100

Arjen de Ruiter (Director of Software Engineering at Essent) is asking us, members of CIO Platform Nederland, to provide 15 positions for highly educated refugees. Refugee Talent Hub recruits the candidates, and Harvest trains them to become fully qualified engineers. Essent and ABN AMRO are already on board—who’s next? Sign up here for the information session on January 27, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.