By Christian de Looper
Publication Date: 2026-01-27 18:28:00
Major ecosystem overhaul replaces Gold status with new tiers and unified incentives to drive AI readiness.
In sum – what we know:
- The new program – Cisco 360 Partner Program has officially launched, replacing a 25-year-old framework to consolidate programs and drive profitability.
- New tier structure – Eliminates Gold designation; introduces Registered, Portfolio, and Preferred Partners based on specific value and capabilities.
- AI and telecom focus: Introduces “Secure AI Infrastructure” specialization targeting AI-ready data centers and mass-scale infrastructure relevant to telecom operators.
Cisco is completely revamping its partner program. The company has announced the new Cisco 360 Partner Program, representing the company’s most sweeping ecosystem restructuring in a quarter century. The move consolidates a patchwork of legacy frameworks into a single program built around one priority — helping partners capitalize on the AI infrastructure…
