Taking the initiative on communications and IP-based networking, Cisco Systems Inc has a keen focus on problem-solving through the Internet. Founded by a small group of computer scientists in 1984 at Stanford University, Cisco Systems Inc now operates in over 115 countries with 75,000 employees, providing end-to-end networking solutions to connect devices, networks, and people. Offering the broadest range of hardware products, Cisco serves large organizations with complex networking needs spanning across the globe, service providers for Internet and wireless communication services, and small to medium companies in need.

Cisco develops cloud systems, artificial intelligence, IoT networking, and data management systems. Working through direct sales, distributors, resellers, and system integrators, Cisco has headquarters in San Jose, CA, taking a fluid approach to its global networking business model to accommodate its users. Employing a self-help model through accepted industry standards, and because innovation is genuinely a part of their business model, Cisco invests more than $5.5 billion in R&D, contains more than 20,000 engineers worldwide, and more than 4200 patents have been awarded to Cisco inventors. Earning an FY13 revenue of $48.6 billion, Cisco Systems Inc proves that opportunities can happen when everyone is connected.