PUBLISHER: IDC | PRODUCT CODE: 1869497
PUBLISHER: IDC | PRODUCT CODE: 1869497
This IDC Market Perspective examines how Cisco's EMEA strategy is evolving to address regional priorities in AI, security, and digital sovereignty through a unified platform approach and deep partner engagement. The company's innovations in networking, collaboration, and observability position it to support organizations seeking resilience and operational transparency. To maintain leadership, Cisco must continue to deliver measurable outcomes, expand sovereignty capabilities, and adapt to changing customer expectations."Cisco's EMEA strategy reflects a clear understanding of the region's unique challenges and opportunities. By unifying networking, security, and observability into a single platform and doubling down on ecosystem-led growth, Cisco is well-positioned to help European organizations navigate the complexities of AI, digital sovereignty, and operational resilience. The next phase will require Cisco to prove that its integrated vision delivers measurable outcomes and tangible business value for customers." - Senior Research Director Len Padilla, IDC