Even as events around our world seem to become ever more unfathomable, there is still a very strong sense of that human spirit that surfaces often enough to offer reassurances, at least to me personally, as to what the future holds. I have worked for Cisco for over sixteen years now, often in and around our partner community here in the UK&I. To my mind, that Cisco Partner community is very special, and one that…
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In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive market, our customers face new challenges. They’re not just looking for products—they want outcomes, experiences, and solutions that are fast, flexible, and simple. As they seek to modernize their infrastructure, leverage AI and data, and improve cybersecurity, all while keeping their digital footprint resilient, we must adapt to meet their evolving needs. To stay ahead, it’s critical that we align with these market shifts. This means evolving our approach…
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Welcome to Cisco’s new fiscal year! Heading into the fall season means cooler weather, pumpkins, favorite holidays, and, for me, football. I’ve always been a fan of the Washington Commanders, an American Football team in Washington DC. Although this team has seen a great evolution in its time, I’d like to share a fact I recently learned which impacts every football player no matter their expertise. It’s the evolution of the helmet. When Admiral Joseph…
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After recently attending Cisco’s FY25 global sales meeting, GSX, it is clear that our teams embody the passion, innovation, and commitment to provide our customers with the outcomes they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. GSX also solidified that our incredible global ecosystem of partners is the catalyst for delivering the experience that allows our customers to quickly adapt and accelerate their business goals. Partners recognize that Cisco is the only company…
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In today’s technology landscape, ensuring reliable connectivity and peak performance for enterprise networks is increasingly challenging. With applications and services originating from outside your customer’s organization, partners need assistance in maintaining network performance and diagnosing issues as they arise. As managed services partners, your role in maintaining optimal digital experiences for clients is more critical than ever. Cisco’s integration of ThousandEyes with Meraki MX offers a robust solution to meet these demands. This integration has…
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BT and Cisco have been in a strategic partnership since 1990, focusing on delivering a wide range of network, communications, and IT solutions to businesses both nationally and globally. Both companies are also passionate advocates for STEM promotion, with Cisco previously supporting the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE), one of the leading school STEM exhibitions in Europe which BT has organised and grown since 2001. In January 2023, Cisco leadership attended the BT…
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A special shout-out and thank you to Russ Atkin for his thought leadership and invaluable insights on the service creation process, which inspired the writing of this blog. In my previous blog, I explored how Cisco ThousandEyes empowers Managed Service Providers (MSPs) to deliver outstanding client experiences by providing unparalleled visibility into network and application performance. As we continue to delve deeper into the potential of leveraging ThousandEyes, this blog will attempt to provide…
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Partnering for Purpose Partnering for Purpose, launched in November of 2022, is a global Cisco initiative that enables our partners, customers, and suppliers to collaborate more effectively with us to drive positive change. This industry-first program builds on decades of partnership and shared learning, formalizing the efforts Cisco and our partners have already been making to positively impact people, the planet, and communities globally. By providing an orchestrated platform, Partnering for Purpose simplifies the engagement,…
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As a Cisco partner, you’re committed to staying ahead in a rapidly evolving technology landscape. Our Cisco Black Belt Academy is designed to support your professional growth, and understanding the backend process of your certification journey can help you navigate it more smoothly. Understanding the Black Belt Certification Process Stage 1: Getting Started Your journey begins effortlessly with Stage 1, which is entirely automated. You can dive into the learning materials and quizzes without needing…
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Thank you to Chintan Patel for his invaluable expertise and insights on the topic of Meraki MDU design. He was instrumental in giving me the inspiration to write this blog. In a previous blog article, I discussed the growing demand for wireless network deployments in the expanding MDU market and why now is the perfect time for MSPs to enhance their managed services offerings to address this market. Due to numerous questions and requests…
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