Engineering the future: Women shaping SAP and leading the way

Thank you for joining us for an engaging virtual session where we explored the dynamic world of SAP — from its evolution over the past 25 years to the wide range of roles within its ecosystem. We discussed why global systems integrators (GSIs) continue to invest in SAP, and what makes CGI a key player in this space. Our speakers, Madhuri Chawla and Leanne Colligan, shared their personal career journeys, highlighted the unique opportunities SAP has created for them, and explained why they chose this path — and why CGI was the right place to pursue it. Whether you’re exploring the future of SAP, considering a career in enterprise technology, or looking to deepen your expertise, we hope the session provided real insights and inspiration from real professionals.

 

Security by design: Making DevSecOps flow

In today’s fast-paced development environments, security must be embedded—not imposed. This session explores how to make security a natural part of the DevOps lifecycle by adopting a Security by design approach. Our experts will cover practical strategies for integrating security controls early and seamlessly, enabling teams to move faster without compromising safety. Learn how automation, collaboration, and cultural alignment can turn security from a blocker into a business enabler—making DevSecOps flow effortlessly.

Shaping tomorrow: AI innovation with CGI experts

As part of the CGI Women in Tech Career Lab, join us for a must-attend session featuring two of CGI’s leading AI experts, Diane Gutiw, a member of the Government of Canada’s Advisory Council on AI and Rorisang Hlahatsi Baloyi, an innovation leader at CGI in Canada. In this dynamic conversation, we’ll explore how AI is transforming industries, creating new opportunities, and reshaping innovation. Our speakers will dive into key trends, ethical considerations, and real-world impacts, sharing fresh perspectives from the forefront of AI leadership. This is one of the highlights of the CGI Women in Tech Career Lab, a rare chance to hear directly from those helping shape the future of technology.

Bridging the gap: Utilizing past career expertise to thrive in tech

Thinking about a career in tech but not sure where you fit in? Technology is so much more than coding, and the industry needs diverse skills, experiences, and perspectives to drive real innovation. In this session, you’ll learn about some of the roles available beyond development, including the critical role of the Product Owner. Our speaker, Debra Austin, will share her personal career journey, showing how experience across different industries can lead to a rewarding and impactful role in IT, without a traditional tech background. If you’ve ever wondered whether there’s a place for you in tech, this session will show you why the answer is yes.

Visualizing the future: Women leading IT architecture

Thank you to everyone who joined us for an insightful session exploring the world of IT architecture, where women are actively shaping the future of technology and strategy. The event highlighted the vital contributions of women architects across various domains, showcasing the diversity of roles, expertise, and leadership driving today’s innovation. Our speakers shared their experiences managing complex systems, designing future-ready solutions, and navigating an ever-evolving technology landscape. Through personal stories and professional insights, we explored the challenges, opportunities, and future prospects in IT architecture—emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, collaboration, and vision in building what’s next. This session was a powerful reminder that women in architecture aren’t just visualizing the future—they are creating it.

Ctrl Alt Deploy: Women in tech making cloud work

Thank you for joining Jyoti and Saanya for an engaging session on how CGI is transforming industries through DevOps, Cloud, FinOps, and SRE. They shared real-world project stories that demonstrated tangible business results and showed how these cutting-edge solutions drive faster releases, boost system resilience, and deliver measurable impact.Whether participants were just starting their tech journey or looking to level up, the session highlighted why a career in DevOps and Cloud at CGI offers endless opportunities to innovate, grow, and make a real difference.

 

Shaping the future: Building a purpose driven career in Data and AI

In a world where technology shapes every part of society, how do you build a career that not only drives innovation but also creates lasting, positive impact? Join us for a conversation on how Data and AI are transforming industries, and how you can align your career with a greater purpose. We’ll explore how to maintain passion and resilience in a fast-changing environment, and how to use your skills to make a meaningful difference through technology. Discover what it means to consult with impact and why purpose-driven tech careers are more important than ever.

Code in progress: Our journeys

The session offered a real look into a developer’s journey. Deepthi Channe Gowda and Sumit Kaur shared how they got into tech, the challenges they tackled, and the moments that made it all worth it. From writing their first lines of code to contributing to large-scale projects, they discussed what kept them motivated, how they grew, and why they remained passionate about their work. The audience heard real stories, honest reflections, and meaningful advice for navigating the world of development. Whether participants were exploring a future in tech or already progressing on their path, the session provided insight, connection, and inspiration for every stage of the journey.

Project management for life

Project management is the foundation of successful technology delivery—and a skillset that can shape your career and beyond. In this session, our speakers shared how core project management principles like planning, adaptability, stakeholder engagement, and risk management have helped drive complex tech initiatives forward. Attendees also heard how these skills extend beyond project delivery—fostering leadership, resilience, and strategic thinking that are valuable throughout any professional journey, and even in everyday life. Whether leading technology transformations or navigating change, participants gained insights into how mastering project management can build confidence and create a strong foundation for future growth.

Leading with quality: Mastering your career in quality assurance

Quality practice in technology is about curiosity, problem-solving, and making great things even better. In this session, Sara Lowe, Rajni Saini and Gagandeep Kaur will share how they found their way into the field, what excites them about their work, and how their roles help shape the products people rely on every day. You’ll hear personal stories of growth, unexpected career pivots, and the unique satisfaction that comes with being the voice of quality on a team. This is a conversation about impact, advocacy, and how professionals in quality assurance and engineering bring both heart and rigor to the tech we trust. For anyone interested in breaking into quality assurance and engineering or exploring quality management, this session is your invitation to take a closer look.

 

Women leading in business consulting Career journeys

The session explored the world of business consulting at CGI through the experiences and insights of consulting leaders from across Canada. It provided an overview of CGI’s business consulting practice, including its national presence, service offerings, and areas of expertise, before diving into a candid discussion with the panelists. They shared their personal career journeys, the opportunities and challenges they see ahead, and what it means to build a meaningful consulting career at a company deeply rooted in technology and innovation. The panelists also reflected on the advice they would have given their younger selves, offering valuable insights for anyone navigating their own consulting path.

 

 

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