Partnering for Purpose: A Year in Focus

Partnering for Purpose: A Year in Focus

This is typically the time of year when we take time to reflect, and looking back, 2023 has been a wonderful year of fulfillment and purpose for me, specifically in my role leading Partnering for Purpose. A global Cisco initiative, Partnering for Purpose works to align our commitment to an inclusive future across our business relationships. It is designed to make it easier for our partners, customers, and suppliers around the world to collaborate with Cisco…

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Cisco Partners and Purpose are Greater Together

Cisco Partners and Purpose are Greater Together

Last year, Cisco introduced Partnering for Purpose, where innovation and business goals with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives were highlighted to benefit partners and their customers. Cisco added a Partnering for Purpose Category in the sixth Annual Partner Innovation Challenge, and 88% of all partner entries for the Innovation Challenge were submitted in this Partnering for Purpose Category. It is inspiring to see this response from our global partner community. Cisco’s 2023 Purpose Report…

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Embracing Sustainability: Embark on the Journey to a More Sustainable Future!

Embracing Sustainability: Embark on the Journey to a More Sustainable Future!

The Context Sustainability isn’t just about protecting the planet for future generations. It’s also about preserving the delicate balance that allows life to thrive today and tomorrow. In a world where environmental concerns are growing more urgent with each passing day, the key is to develop practical ways in which individuals, businesses, and communities can contribute to building a more sustainable future. The Challenge There are hundreds of scattered online videos, PDFs and lectures about…

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Building a greener tomorrow: the power of partnerships

Building a greener tomorrow: the power of partnerships

Co-authored by Ilham Rahali, Head of Commercial Partnerships at Orange Business, and Pascal Allochon, Partner Sales Leader at Cisco in France. Pascal Allochon, France Partner Sales Leader at Cisco Ilham Rahali, Head of Commercial Partnerships at Orange Business Cisco and Orange Business have at the heart of their business a drive to power an inclusive future. We create the space for our employees to engage in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives to create a positive…

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Cisco partners drive innovation through Purpose

Cisco partners drive innovation through Purpose

The innovative ways Cisco and our partners are coming together to power an inclusive future for all were on full display during this years’ Partner Summit. Last year, we announced Partnering for Purpose, a new platform designed to make it easy for partners to leverage the work Cisco and our partners are doing to positively impact communities around the world and the planet. This year, we were excited to introduce a new Partnering for Purpose…

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Sustainability, Collaboration, and Cisco: A Channel Leader’s Perspective

Sustainability, Collaboration, and Cisco: A Channel Leader’s Perspective

As a Cisco channel leader, I recognize the importance of understanding our partners’ sustainability endeavors in the Americas, as collaborative efforts and mutual support are imperative in addressing the significant sustainability challenges we confront. In this regard, I had the privilege of conducting interviews with several Cisco partners to discuss their challenges, uncover opportunities, and explore how Cisco can offer support. Throughout these discussions, a common theme emerged: the need to bring our partners together…

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6th Annual Partner Innovation Challenge: Remarkable Growth, Outstanding Winners

6th Annual Partner Innovation Challenge: Remarkable Growth, Outstanding Winners

Cisco Partner Summit 2023 marks a significant moment—and the ideal stage for us to proudly unveil the victors of Cisco’s sixth annual global Partner Innovation Challenge. It’s an opportunity to shine a well-deserved spotlight on the remarkable innovation flowing from the exceptional talent within our partner community. A Global Phenomenon The Partner Innovation Challenge, which made its debut in 2018, has rapidly evolved into a global sensation. Partners of varying sizes and scopes hailing from…

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