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Vinccler: Cisco’s Catalyst SD-WAN: Now available through Azure Marketplace Multiparty Partner Offers Program

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As a partner-led organization, with over 90 percent of our business conducted through Cisco partners, we are thrilled to be part of Microsoft’s new Multiparty Private Offers (MPO) program. The MPO… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Collaboration Comes Together in San FranCISCO

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This post was authored by Mira Kohen Morhayim, a recent Persona Audience Marketing Intern on the Customer Solutions Marketing team. Readout Week is the culmination of a Cisco Marketing Internship,… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: An Anchor in the Race

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The theme for DistiNext 2023 was Growing Together. This theme ties perfectly into our theme for Americas Distribution, Going Hypersonic to Fuel Partner Success . As relay racers run down the track,… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Cisco Americas Partner Organization: Laser Focused on Customer and Partner Success

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I couldn’t be more excited in my relatively new role as VP of Americas Partner Organization (APO) here at Cisco. My organization is where we put the “Cisco is partner-led” messaging into action, helpi… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Cisco Networking Academy introduces Professional Skills – empowering tomorrow’s leaders

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Cisco Networking Academy started with a vision to develop the workforce of the future, one student at a time. Over the years, we have developed and launched technical courses in networking,… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: The myth of the long-tail vulnerability

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Modern-day vulnerability management tends to follow a straightforward procedure. From a high level, this can be summed up in the following steps: Identify the vulnerabilities in your… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Combating retail theft & fraud

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Shrink in retail, and more specifically, theft & fraud components, have long been accepted as a cost of doing business. In the last few years, we have seen both consumer and associate theft & fraud… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: After the Deal Closes: Lessons Learned in M&A Cybersecurity

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Jason Button leads the Cisco Security and Trust Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) organization. He was formerly the director of IT at Duo Security, a company Cisco acquired in 2018, making him uniquely… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Cisco report reveals observability as the new strategic priority for IT leaders

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Research from Cisco AppDynamics, The Age of Application Observability , tells us that teams have reached a tipping point as they look to tackle complexity and deal with fractured IT domains, tool… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Evolve to Cloud-Enforced Security to Empower Your Anywhere Workforce

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Part 4 of the six-part series – The 2023 Global Networking Trends Report series The next generation of enterprise architecture has arrived. Organizations are moving away from a complex patchwork of b… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Be You, With Us: Empowering Diverse Authentic Voices in Corporate Spaces

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What does it mean to be your whole self at work? Is it showcasing your allyship button or favorite tattoo? Is it wearing your natural curly hair or dressing more casually? For most, being their… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Customer Experience (CX) and Partners are Greater Together at Cisco Partner Summit 2023

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What does it take to be greater together? Find out at this year’s highly anticipated Cisco Partner Summit 2023 , November 6-9th ! Join us at our premier event with the very appropriate theme of &… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: RSA Conference™ 2023 Security Operations Center Findings Report

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NetWitness and Cisco released the fourth annual Findings Report from the RSA Conference TM 2023 Security Operations Center (SOC). The RSA Conference ­ SOC analyzes the Moscone Center wireless traffic, w… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: CCIE Security Certification Exam Tips for Success

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Security is an ever-evolving technology that is necessary in every organization. That’s why Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security-certified individuals are in high demand.   This year, we… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: SD WAN solutions for utility distribution automation

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Networks are expanding outside traditional office buildings and into industrial fixed and mobile use cases. This results in more devices being connected to the Internet and data centers as well as… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Learn how to revolutionize your applications the Carhartt way

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What does revolutionizing applications really mean? Revolutionizing your applications means many things to different people. It can mean moving the critical applications that support your business to… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Driving API Security Forward: Protecting Vehicle-to-Cloud Communications

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In the rapidly evolving automotive landscape, vehicles are no longer just machines that move us from point A to point B; they have transformed into complex, interconnected systems on wheels. With this… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Why access to timely and relevant health information is critical to patient engagement

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Telephony is a foundational capability for any healthcare organization. And while the primary purpose of telephony hasn’t changed in more than 100 years, the ways in which we enhance the connection h… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Remote Scripts with Cisco Secure Endpoint: Defend your endpoint from attackers without business disruption

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Bad actors go to great lengths to evade detection and gain access to your network. Once attackers establish a foothold on the endpoint, they can persist on the endpoint, even if some of the… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Labels for Consumer IoT Devices? Cisco’s View

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In its August 10, 2023, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on Cybersecurity Labeling for Internet of Things (IoT), the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) asked some intriguing questions about… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: How FlexPod Cybersecure Architecture Helps You Protect, Detect, and Recover Your Precious Data 

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Leaders at most modern organizations would readily agree that data is critical to today’s digital-first businesses. Maybe that’s why there are so many metaphors about data with comparisons to oil and … Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Sustainability 101: What is embodied carbon?

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Do you feel a bit lost when people refer to certain environmental sustainability topics and aren’t sure where to start when it comes to learning more? Sustainability 101 is a blog series that you can … Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Improve protection and simplify security with Cisco Security

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The security industry has a long history of innovation and stewardship in technology. However, every time there is a new security problem, a new product arrives on the market to address that specific… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Learning Partner Strategies Can Add Movement and Balance on Your Journey

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“Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.” — Albert Einstein You don’t have to be a genius to know that getting and staying certified is in your best career interes… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Maximizing the Value of Your Technology Investments

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As businesses aim to improve the customer experience and also run more smoothly, they’re turning to software solutions that supercharge their digital transformation. But here’s the kicker: According… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: An opportunity and a responsibility

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Cisco’s Chief Legal Officer shares her perspective on the power of pro bono work. Cisco’s purpose is to power a more inclusive future for all. This is not just abstract sentiment; our purpose is ing… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Explorations in the spam folder: A sum greater than the parts

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Phishing is a problem that affects everyone, from the untrained to the highly skilled. It’s a problem that happens everywhere, from the office to the home. It comes through email, text, phone calls, e… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Closing the Cybersecurity Skills Gap and Opening Opportunities

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Over the past year, we’ve seen powerful examples of how cybersecurity is at the forefront of national security and business operations. In the ongoing war in Ukraine, cyberattacks have grown more s… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Sustainability data — Are we comparing apples and oranges?

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In today’s world, there is no shortage of data. So, you’d think that building a sustainable IT infrastructure is easy. Think again! One of the biggest challenges [1] the sustainability community – tec… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: The Overlooked Risks in Supply Chain Security

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Supply chains have become intricate webs of interconnected suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and consumers who benefit from these associations. While this global ecosystem has ushered in new… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Protecting against Ransomware, how Cisco Umbrella can help meet 2022 FFIEC Regulatory Update

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In the past decade, governments and financial institutions have become increasingly targeted by criminal organizations and nation state operators who seek to extort and disrupt key societal functions… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Generation Privacy

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Do consumers today care enough about protecting their privacy that they are willing to act? There was a time — just a few years ago — when consumers felt they had already lost the privacy battle. The… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Cisco Network Automation Developer Days in New York, December 5-6

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Cisco Automation Developer Days are returning to New York on December 5-6, and registration is now open ! Spaces are limited, so make sure to check out the agenda and secure your spot as soon as… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Hack Your Way to a New Career in Cybersecurity: Cisco Networking Academy offers new Ethical Hacker course

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With the ever-increasing complexity of technology, organizations must build cybersecurity resilience to stay ahead of the unknown, persistent, and lurking threats. And the threat is growing.… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Enabling a new generation of AI with Ethernet

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Few transformational technologies have generated the kind of buzz as Artificial Intelligence. Organizations around the world are finding exciting new ways to collaborate, manage applications, enhance… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Up, Up, and Away to the Clouds: Cisco Multicloud Specialist Certifications

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Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s the latest certifications from Cisco Learning and Certifications ! That’s right, I’m happy to share some details on the three newest Cisco Specialist certi… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Embracing Heritage: A Journey of Resilience and Leadership

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Hispanic Heritage Month is a time for reflection. This year, I spent time thinking about what it truly means to be a Hispanic leader at Cisco. My journey has led me to the privilege of leading the US… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Flying in Pairs

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The theme for DistiNext 2023 was Growing Together. This theme ties perfectly into our theme for Americas Distribution, Going Hypersonic to Fuel Partner Success. A World War II Ace, Colonel Gabby … Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Securing the Modern Hyper-Distributed Network: Perspectives from the 2023 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for SD-WAN

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A typical day’s tasks for today’s modern worker are frequently distributed across multiple devices, applications, and locations. They could be working from home, analyzing CRM dashboards, and later,… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Partner Summit 2023 – Powering up for Profitability and Growth in EMEA!

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Last year’s Cisco Partner Summit was fantastic, and I really enjoyed presenting about how my team is driving improvements in the way Cisco and our Partners work together. Now to this year, and to say … Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Cisco Black Belt Partner Listening Program: Pioneering Success through Partner Engagement

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The Cisco Black Belt Partner Listening Program is a testament to Cisco Black Belt Academy’s unwavering commitment to partner experience and satisfaction. This innovative initiative has not only… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: The New Normal: How XDR is Tackling Social Engineering in Today’s World

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In recent years, social engineering attacks have become increasingly prevalent and sophisticated. These attacks use psychological and pressure manipulation to trick individuals into divulging… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Stay Focused – Don’t Be Distracted by Bright, Shiny Objects

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This year marks the 30 th anniversary of National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM). You remember that phrase…the more things change, the more they stay the same? While much has changed over the l… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: It’s “by mistake” – How I got into Cybersecurity

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Welcome to the Cisco Women in Cybersecurity’s blog series, where we highlight the stories of the mentors who have inspired and advocated for the careers of those in our community. This series seeks t… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Choosing a Cisco partner with the expertise you need

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Selecting the right partner is critical to ensure you achieve your desired business outcomes. The Cisco partner ecosystem includes an array of partners with unique capabilities to support all of your… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: More than an Asset: The People Side of Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jason Button is a director at Cisco and leads the company’s Security and Trust Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) team. He was formerly the director of IT at Duo Security, a company Cisco acquired in 2… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: Spice up Cybersecurity Awareness Month with Free Security Tutorials in Cisco U.

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Have you ever been at a party and enjoyed the sampler platter so much that you kept going back for more? Just me? That’s okay. Today, I’ve prepared a s morgasbord* of the latest Cisco U. learning c… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source

Vinccler: New bundles make it easy to start your Cisco Full-Stack Observability journey

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In the last few months, Cisco has launched a lot of new capabilities around Cisco Full-Stack Observability (Cisco FSO) that activate important use cases around observability. Cisco Full-Stack… Read more on Cisco Blogs View Source