Cisco Systems, Inc.

Cisco Systems, Inc., commonly known as Cisco, is an American multinational technology conglomerate headquartered in San Jose, California. The company's core business involves developing, manufacturing, and selling networking hardware, software, telecommunications equipment, and other high-technology services and products, with a focus on networking, cybersecurity, and artificial intelligence. Cisco's mission is to power an inclusive future for all, emphasizing secure and intelligent networks to connect people, devices, and data globally.

Cisco's extensive portfolio spans five major technology areas: networking, security, collaboration, data center, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Key offerings include industry-leading routers, switches, and wireless systems, comprehensive cybersecurity solutions like firewalls and advanced threat protection, and collaboration tools such as Webex. The company also provides data center and cloud solutions, including Unified Computing System (UCS) and HyperFlex, alongside various software and services. Cisco serves a diverse global customer base, including large enterprises, public sector agencies, service providers, and small to medium-sized businesses across industries such as finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and education.

Under the leadership of Chairman and CEO Chuck Robbins, who assumed the role in July 2015, Cisco has been undergoing a strategic transformation from a hardware-centric model to a software and subscription-based approach. A significant move in this transformation was the $28 billion acquisition of Splunk in March 2024, which repositioned Cisco as a software-first security and observability provider. Recent initiatives highlight Cisco's accelerated pivot towards AI infrastructure, with new AI-centric offerings like Cisco Cloud Control, expanded secure AI infrastructure collaborations, and quantum-safe security solutions. These efforts underscore Cisco's commitment to delivering secure, intelligent, and automated network solutions in the evolving digital landscape.