In a significant move poised to reshape the AI landscape, Lenovo and Cisco have announced a global strategic partnership to provide fully integrated infrastructure and networking solutions. The goal is to simplify the journey towards AI innovation and digital transformation. By combining Lenovo's powerful computing capabilities with Cisco's expertise in networking, this collaboration aims to empower businesses of all sizes with enhanced AI capabilities.
The Power of Collaboration
Both companies acknowledge that the future of AI hinges on the seamless integration of hardware and software. By combining their resources and expertise, Lenovo and Cisco want to create comprehensive infrastructure, networking solutions, and services that seamlessly handle data connectivity, protection, and analysis. This approach is expected to drive innovation powered by AI for customers across various platforms, from edge devices to cloud systems.
The joint effort will develop integrated solutions that enhance generative AI capabilities and digital workplace offerings to improve business efficiency. The partnership will also include strategies for introducing complete digital workplace solutions, cloud networking services, hybrid AI infrastructure solutions, and Lenovo managed services globally.
A New Chapter in AI Implementation
One of the main objectives of this collaboration is to tackle the challenges organizations face when implementing AI solutions. Many organizations struggle with the intricacies of integrating AI into their operations. The two companies will simplify the deployment process, reduce complexities, and accelerate time-to-market for AI applications by creating an integrated platform that merges Lenovo's computing power with Cisco's networking capabilities.
Lenovo and Cisco plan to integrate innovative technologies into Lenovo Digital Workplace Solutions, enhancing user experience with improved efficiency and security. This collaboration will combine Lenovo's Care of One platform, a first of its kind AI-powered solution to provide insights and support, with Cisco's top-notch technology. These solutions promise enhanced productivity and employee experience for the optimal work environment.
Additionally, Cisco and Lenovo are dedicated to expanding go-to-market opportunities that leverage AI capabilities to boost workplace efficiency in enterprises. This includes ensuring customers can buy a completely engineered infrastructure solution from a single technology provider.
AI Opportunities for Lenovo 360 Partners
These integrated solutions offer significant growth prospects for Lenovo 360 and Cisco joint partners. The alliance will be supported by an extended network of shared channel partners trained in the combined technology offerings of both companies, providing customers with more options and a flexible approach to accelerate their digital transformations.
You can read the press release or visit the Lenovo Partner Hub to learn more about this announcement.