Istanbul Raffles Istanbul November 4th 2026

The data and AI conference for business leaders, technical users and SAS Partners

Join us in the iconic city of Istanbul for this exclusive, free, in-person event bringing leaders, practitioners and partners together around the real world of data and AI.

SAS Innovate on Tour will give you practical, evidence-based insights on how:

  • Organisations make decisions confidently with AI they can trust.
  • Industry specific SAS solutions give companies a competitive edge.
  • Partners help scale AI across complex environments.
  • Transparency and governance unlock innovation with AI.

Plus, you’ll connect with industry peers, experts and partners to share best practices of data and AI turning insight into action.

Whether you define strategy, build models, deploy systems or support clients, SAS Innovate on Tour is your opportunity to join us in our 50th year as a trusted partner across business, government and society.

SAS Innovate on Tour Istanbul – register now to secure your place, as spaces are limited.


Agenda

08:30 - 09:30

Registration & Welcome

09:30 - 09:45

Welcome Note

Rasim Eğri, General Manager, SAS Turkiye & Central Asia

09:45 - 11:15

Opening Sessions

Where Human Ingenuity Meets AI in Action

What does real AI impact look like when it’s accountable, governed, and delivering measurable results today?

Patrick Xhonneux Senior Vice President, Marketing, SAS

11:15 - 11:30

Coffee Break

  

11:30 - 12:30

Local Keynote

12:30 - 13:30

Lunch Break

13:30 - 16:30

Tracks

16:30 - 16:45

Closing Remarks


Conference Experience

The event program combines a forward-looking vision with practical solutions you can implement today. Discover how leading organizations orchestrate data, models, and processes to operate more effectively and build a sustainable competitive advantage.

INSPIRATION

See how the latest trends translate into practice - from AI agents and synthetic data to breakthrough quantum technologies reshaping the way we think about innovation.

KNOWLEDGE

Meet industry leaders and experts, explore proven approaches, and participate in insightful discussions that will broaden your perspective.

EXPERIENCE

Get inspired by real-world case studies and implementation examples that demonstrate how to effectively leverage data and AI in everyday business decisions.

50 Years Shaping Tomorrow

For 50 years, SAS has been transforming data into insights that drive decisions and growth. This milestone celebrates past achievements while signaling bold innovations and the opportunities that lie ahead.


Location

Raffles Istanbul

Zorlu Center, Levazım, Vadi Caddesi, 34340 Beşiktaş/İstanbul


Registration

It’s free to register for Innovate on Tour in Istanbul however spaces are limited, so register now to request your place.

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