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Learn more about the Cisco Partner Program<\/a><\/h2>\n

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At Cisco, we pride ourselves on our world-class partner ecosystem, and we go to great lengths to recognize how our partners provide value to customers and support digital transformation. I encourage you to read this new report from IDC:<\/p>\n

Credentials, Proof of Competency Among Key Success Metrics for Customers<\/h2>\n

While each customer was looking to solve a unique business need, all three weighed partners\u2019 credentials and proof of competency as key success metrics. Partners\u2019 global reach, time to value for solutions, and their ability to be an objective advisor to assist in decision-making were all important factors for customers.<\/p>\n

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Holding Cisco Partners to High Standards<\/h2>\n

We hold our partners to high standards with our rigorous specializations, and customers consistently tell us that credentials are a critical consideration when choosing a partner. In fact, all three customers interviewed by IDC cited a partner\u2019s certification and program status as one of the top reasons why they chose to work with that partner.<\/p>\n

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Read Cisco Partner Value: The End-Customer Viewpoint<\/a> now<\/h2>\n

Learn more about the Cisco Partner Program<\/a><\/h2>\n

We\u2019d love to hear what you think. Ask a Question, Comment Below, and Stay Connected with #CiscoPartners on social!<\/p>\n

Cisco Partners Facebook<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0| \u00a0@CiscoPartners X\/Twitter<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0| \u00a0Cisco Partners LinkedIn<\/a><\/p>\n

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