Cisco has unveiled a new network architecture designed to power the campus, branch, and industrial networks of the future. The new architecture simplifies complex IT and OT operations, enhances workforce productivity, and delivers unmatched operational simplicity through unified management, next-generation networking devices, and advanced security capabilities.
The new architecture addresses urgent challenges facing enterprises in the AI era, including explosive network traffic, mission-critical applications, and quantum-resistant secure networking. Cisco’s new Secure Network Architecture provides a future-ready foundation for enterprises to confidently embrace AI without sacrificing performance or security.
Key features of the new architecture include:
– Unified management platform available now
– Licensing and support offered through a single platform
– Flexibility to deploy in cloud, hybrid, or on-premises environments
Cisco has also extended its portfolio with new secure routers, expanded wireless offerings, and industrial switches designed for ruggedized performance. The company’s security solutions include advanced protections across three critical layers: securing network infrastructure, defending data in transit, and protecting users, endpoints, and applications.
“Cisco’s new secure network architecture marks a critical evolution in networking,” said Matt Eastwood, IDC. “It provides a future-ready foundation for enterprises to confidently embrace AI without sacrificing performance or security.”
The new architecture is available now, with hardware orderable through Cisco or certified partners. Visit the Cisco Newsroom for more information and additional resources.
Source: https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2025/m06/cisco-unveils-secure-network-architecture-to-accelerate-workplace-ai-transformation.html