Events by The Open Group

The Open Group Reading Tech Summit 2026 stands as the premier regional gathering for enterprise architecture, digital transformation, and vendor-neutral open technology standards. Taking place in the historic and vibrant digital hub of Reading, UK, this three-day conference focuses heavily on enabling Boundaryless Information Flow™ across global systems. As organizations struggle with growing data fragmentation, legacy infrastructure overheads, and the mounting security pressures of an AI-driven economy, establishing clear architecture frameworks has shifted from a best practice to an absolute operational imperative. Guided by the overarching principles of collaboration, consensus, and inclusivity, this event gathers top global experts to transform how industries build and execute modern IT architectures. In-Depth Tracks and Technical Standards Attendees will explore a highly curated, deeply technical agenda across multiple tracking tracks that define today's enterprise landscape. Central to the technical discourse will be the evolution of the TOGAF® Standard, examining its adaptive application in cloud-native and agile organizations. Dedicated technical breakout rooms will deliver real-world case studies detailing how leading European enterprises leverage the ArchiMate® modeling language to clearly map structural dependencies and optimize operational visibility. Furthermore, the conference spotlights major breakthroughs within the Open Process Automation™ Forum (OPAF) and the Open Footprint® Forum, presenting data-driven strategies for tracking supply chain carbon output seamlessly. Interactive Workshops, Security, and Open Source Beyond enterprise architecture frameworks, the program provides intense, hands-on workshop environments focused entirely on modern cybersecurity practices. Utilizing the Open FAIR™ framework, security leads will learn to quantify complex digital risks in definitive financial terms, allowing for more strategic risk-management decisions. Concurrently, sessions covering the IT4IT™ Standard will show teams how to efficiently orchestrate digital product lifecycles from initial concept to deployment. Through interactive group exercises, peer-led roundtables, and rigorous technology demonstrations, the event equips engineering and management teams alike with actionable methodologies designed to dismantle data silos and construct resilient, interoperable ecosystems. Networking and Collaborative Ecosystems Beyond the dense academic and technical sessions, the summit fosters a collaborative networking environment. A dedicated exhibition floor allows attendees to engage directly with system integrators, major tool vendors, and open-source advocates. These dynamic touchpoints provide a unique venue for business leaders and engineering practitioners to deliberate on shared challenges and coordinate strategic initiatives. As technology continues to shift at an unprecedented pace, establishing these connections within a vendor-neutral space ensures that businesses can implement future-proof systems capable of scaling across diverse cloud environments and physical infrastructure.

The Open Group brings its world-renowned expertise in Enterprise Architecture (EA) to Reading for an intensive, practitioner-focused workshop. This upcoming event is designed to bridge the gap between high-level architectural theory and the gritty reality of digital transformation. As the 30th anniversary of the TOGAF® Standard approaches, this session focuses on "Architecting for the AI Era," providing attendees with a hands-on environment to explore how open standards can be leveraged to govern and scale artificial intelligence within the enterprise. Participants will engage with lead contributors to The Open Group standards, including the TOGAF® Standard and the ArchiMate® Specification. The day begins with a plenary session on the evolution of the "Digital Enterprise," followed by breakout "EA Labs." These labs are specifically designed to solve regional business challenges, such as integrating sustainability metrics into IT infrastructure—a key focus of The Open Group’s Open Footprint™ Forum. Unlike larger summits, this Reading-based event emphasizes peer-to-peer networking and direct interaction with the Eagle AI Assistant™, The Open Group's proprietary tool for navigating complex standards. The afternoon sessions will pivot toward professional development, offering a "Certification Outlook" for those looking to upgrade their credentials to the latest versions of the Architecture Portfolio. Whether you are a seasoned Chief Architect or a business lead responsible for digital strategy, this workshop provides the blueprints and the community support needed to drive interoperability and "Boundaryless Information Flow™" in an increasingly fragmented digital landscape. The event concludes with a roundtable discussion on the future of open-source initiatives and their role in the UK’s growing tech corridor.