Cisco Systems (NASDAQ:CSCO) is a global technology company that develops networking, cybersecurity, collaboration, observability and data center solutions. Its products and services help businesses, governments, educational institutions and other organizations connect users and devices, manage infrastructure, protect digital environments and support cloud-based operations.
Cisco’s portfolio includes routers and switches, wireless networking equipment, network management software, firewalls, identity and access tools, endpoint security products, collaboration applications and observability platforms. The company also provides related consulting, technical support and managed services to help customers design, operate and secure their technology environments.
Founded in 1984 by Stanford University computer scientists Leonard Bosack and Sandy Lerner, Cisco is headquartered in San Jose, California. The company serves customers across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America and other international markets through direct operations, channel partners and technology alliances.
Chuck Robbins has served as Cisco’s chair and chief executive officer since 2015. Under his leadership, the company has expanded its focus beyond traditional networking hardware toward integrated software, security, collaboration and cloud-enabled technology solutions.
