Retail Tech Deep-Dive: Meraki Switching

Retail Tech Deep-Dive: Meraki Switching

Join us as we dive deeper into Cisco and Cisco partner technology deployed at the Cisco Store! We asked Julie Nguyen (Product Manager, Meraki Switching Platform) to discuss how the switches are used in the Cisco Store and the larger retail industry.   How do Meraki switches improve a retailer’s and shopper’s in-store and/or virtual shopping experience? What problem are they solving? Network switches keep the world connected and moving as devices become smart and…

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Innovation and Continuity: Cisco Meraki in the Education Sector

Innovation and Continuity: Cisco Meraki in the Education Sector

This is the story of how the Juan Misael Saracho Autonomous University in Bolivia successfully overcame significant technological infrastructure challenges by adopting Cisco Meraki. To delve deeper into this journey, we spoke with Henry Jurado, Networking and Communication Manager, who provided insights into the positive impact that this technology has had on their institution. A tale of adaptation and continuous improvement Located in Tarija, Bolivia—a city in the southern part of the country at an…

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5 Ways SMB Leaders Can Make Better IT Decisions

5 Ways SMB Leaders Can Make Better IT Decisions

Imagine a Michelin-level chef setting up her kitchen. She chooses the best ovens, appliances, knives, and pans, putting thought into each decision. Yet she doesn’t lose sight of their collective purpose: helping her create world-class entrées. That same focus on outcomes should be true with IT decision-making, for a restaurant or for any small or medium business (SMB). IT is a means to an end. Yet the technology can seem so complex that it’s easy…

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Retail Tech Deep-Dive: Meraki MV Smart Cameras

Retail Tech Deep-Dive: Meraki MV Smart Cameras

Join us as we dive deeper into Cisco and Cisco partner technology deployed at the Cisco Store! We asked Shashank Nalla (Product Manager, Meraki MV Smart Cameras) to discuss how the cameras are used in the Cisco Store and the larger retail industry.   How do Meraki cameras improve a retailer and shopper’s in-store and/or virtual shopping experience? What problem are they solving? MV Smart Cameras aren’t just cameras — they’re like a virtual assistant…

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Simplifying IT for Better Experiences

Simplifying IT for Better Experiences

IT leaders face the challenge of managing a growing set of often disparate technologies and successfully delivering them to a wide audience of end users who demand simple experiences. However, today’s technology landscape is complex and fragmented. Simplifying IT requires us to rethink our processes and what we mean by “experience.” Unified experiences show us what’s possible when technologies, applications, and networks all work as one. Simplifying the end-to-end journey, which includes back-end systems and…

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Cisco CX is Accelerating Outcomes Through Technology Innovation

Cisco CX is Accelerating Outcomes Through Technology Innovation

I am constantly amazed by the increasingly rapid pace of innovation in areas ranging from AI, security, automation, and sustainability to data privacy, workplace solutions, multi-cloud networking, and more. Successfully adopting some of these incredible technological advancements can be both exhilarating and daunting. Believe me, Cisco Customer Experience (CX) understands this so we’ve built our services portfolio to help you simplify your technology deployment and adoption journey. This will ensure that your business quickly realizes…

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Connect, Code, and Create with Meraki at Cisco Live Amsterdam

Connect, Code, and Create with Meraki at Cisco Live Amsterdam

Connect, Code, Create As we eagerly anticipate Cisco Live Amsterdam 2024, one aspect that stands out for technology enthusiasts and developers alike is the array of Meraki developer sessions that promise to be both informative and transformative. From sustainability goals to seamless collaborations and innovative API strategies, the Meraki developer sessions are set to be a highlight of this event. As always, I want to ensure that you are thoroughly informed about the exciting Meraki…

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Harnessing Computer Vision for retail with AI

Harnessing Computer Vision for retail with AI

In the rapidly evolving retail sector, businesses are continually seeking innovative ways to gain a competitive edge, increase efficiency, and enhance the customer experience. One technology that’s making a significant impact is computer vision, especially when coupled with the power of AI with hyperscalers like Microsoft Azure. Almost every week now, there are new advancements in AI that has the potential to improve business operations and bring automation to a new level. It is almost…

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