In this article, we will detail how and why we used Apstra, combined with Dell and Cisco switching, to create our backbone networking environment for the AIPG (AI Proving Ground). This backbone connects our GPUAAS, LLMAAS, VMware and OpenShift environments with a single common fabric.

Cisco AI Canvas is a generative AI workspace for IT operations, built on Cisco's Deep Network Model. Designed to support AgenticOps, it enables faster issue resolution, automation and collaboration across networking, security, cloud and observability. Learn how Cisco is transforming infrastructure management with AI.

At Cisco Live 2026 Amsterdam, Cisco unveiled transformative AI strategies, emphasizing infrastructure, trust, and data as key constraints. Innovations like Cisco Silicon One G300 and AgenticOps redefine AI networking and operations, focusing on efficiency, security, and sovereignty. This marks a pivotal shift towards integrated, scalable AI systems, urging enterprises to adapt swiftly.

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Cisco Partner Summit 2025 in San Diego marked more than a celebration of partnerships. It represented a turning point in how Cisco and its ecosystem are defining the next era of AI, edge compute, networking and lifecycle services. The event showcased major technology announcements alongside a sweeping series of awards recognizing partner excellence. Among those honored, World Wide Technology (WWT) stood out for its innovation, customer impact and global execution.

Cisco Live 2026 marked a pivotal shift towards an agentic operating model, emphasizing AI-driven infrastructure management. Cisco Cloud Control and Unified Edge highlight a future where AI and human collaboration streamline operations, enhance security, and optimize distributed environments. This evolution promises consistent, automated, and integrated enterprise solutions, transforming infrastructure into a strategic business asset.