6 | | MARCH 2026Technology leadership in Latin America is shifting from implementation to accountability. CIOs are expected to deliver measurable returns, enforce governance and build systems that withstand volatility. This edition of CIOReview Latin America examines how disciplined execution is defining competitive advantage across the region.At the center of the issue, CMPC, recognized as one of the Top CIO in Latin America 2026, reflects this shift. Gustavo Vieira manages IT as a business unit, aligning every investment to value creation through structured steering committees and outcome-based governance. Technology is positioned as a lever for business transformation, not an isolated function.Confitec Tecnologia, recognized as Top Microsoft Service in Latin America 2026, embeds itself into client operations to manage Microsoft as a governed operating backbone rather than a collection of tools. Empresas Taylor, also recognized as one of the Top CIO in Latin America 2026, has elevated IT into a maritime growth engine. Through cloud-first architecture, SAP in the cloud, Salesforce CRM and advanced BI, the company strengthened automation and governance while enabling Smartflux, its automated cargo release platform, which is recognized globally for digital port innovation.Gokeitecnologia, recognized as Top CIO in Latin America 2026, operates at the intersection of architecture, regulation and systemic responsibility. Its Central Bank regulated payment infrastructure demonstrates that strict compliance and scalability can coexist when governance is embedded at design level. NeoAssist, recognized as Top Omnichannel Customer Service Platform 2026, unifies enterprise engagement into a single AI-powered layer. By consolidating channels and embedding proprietary AI across a centralized data foundation, it enables automation rates above 50 percent while maintaining high satisfaction in high-growth environments.Francisco Bravo Gomez of Audi México emphasizes predictive KPIs and matrix structures to anticipate disruption early. Francisco Rovira of Nestlé highlights curiosity, analytics, and generative AI as the foundations for resilient, adaptive supply networks.The message across these narratives is consistent. Sustainable impact is built on architecture, governance and clarity of leadership. We invite readers to engage with the insights shaping the next chapter of CIO leadership in Latin America.Let us know your thoughts!EditorialArchitecting Business Value across Latin America's Digital EconomyCopyright © 2026 ValleyMedia, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part of any text, photography or illustrations without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. The publisher assumes no responsibility for unsolicited manuscripts, photographs or illustrations. Views and opinions expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the magazine and accordingly, no liability is assumed by the publisher thereof.Email:sales@cioreview.comeditor@cioreview.commarketing@cioreview.com MARCH 2026, Vol 15, Issue 02 (ISSN 2644-237X) ValleyMedia, Inc.To subscribe to CIOReviewVisit www.cioreview.com *Some of the Insights are based on our interviews with CIOs and CXOsJustin Smith Managing Editoreditor@cioreview.comManaging EditorJustin SmithVisualizersRobert Grey SmithHenry SmithEditorial StaffJoe PhilipLaura PintoDaniel HolmesLeah Jane
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