By Amanda Wolkin,
Publication Date: 2026-02-26 00:21:00
The following is an excerpt from Cisco’s FY25 Purpose Report. Explore the full report to learn more about how we Power an Inclusive Future for All.
According to the Cisco AI Readiness Index, close to a third of organizations surveyed report that employees are limited in their willingness to adopt AI. Not so at Cisco. We believe that thriving in the age of AI requires not just cutting-edge technology, but a deep investment in people. We’re actively creating a culture of continuous AI learning and experimentation, considering ourselves “customer zero” when it comes to leveraging Cisco’s AI-first technology.
Digging Deep I nto AI Research
In fiscal 2025, we conducted a multimodal analysis of how employees were using AI tools and how that impacts the workplace experience. The study focused on three key areas of impact:
- Adoption: Leaders are the biggest predictor of AI adoption. At Cisco, if your leader uses AI, you’re two times more likely to…

