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Coming January 25, 2026

Find a partner in the new AI era

Cisco delivers the integrated solutions our customers need, while our partners ensure those solutions lead to successful outcomes. By understanding and aligning with customer goals, Cisco partners provide solutions that drive business results and lasting success. Connecting partner expertise to customer needs ensures exceptional value and the ability to meet evolving demands.

 

Discover the right partner for you

Our new partner designations will accurately reflect each partner's expertise and capabilities across our key portfolios like Security, Networking, Collaboration, Services, Splunk, Cloud and AI Infrastructure. We are making it easier for you to instantly identify partners with the specific skills and experience to successfully address your business needs.

Select a partner with proven expertise

Cisco Portfolio Partners have demonstrated investment in customer engagement, technical capabilities, and have built a Cisco portfolio practice.

Cisco Preferred Partners go even further, achieving advanced expertise, often earning specializations that highlight their proven success.

Unlock the power of Cisco partners

Beyond designations, partners can earn competencies that showcase a partner’s unique skill, while Cisco Preferred Partners can earn specializations that demonstrate deep expertise across multiple areas of Cisco’s entire portfolio. Partners also offer Cisco Powered Services, demonstrating their ability to design, provision, manage, and deliver outcomes using Cisco technologies.
An ecosystem of our partners

New way to select the right Cisco partner

Starting January 25, 2026, our refreshed partner ecosystem will make it easier than ever to identify and engage experts with new capabilities, powered services, and advanced competencies. Our partners have evolved to deliver greater expertise and innovative solutions, ensuring you achieve your desired business outcomes. With enhanced clarity and confidence, you can unlock the full value of our partner ecosystem and find the right Cisco partners to drive your success.

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Hear about the exciting changes to our partner ecosystem from Oliver Tuszik, EVP, Global Sales and Chief Sales Officer

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