Editor's Pick: Cisco's Take on Making the World a Better Place

Cisco's Take on Making the World a Better Place

Rob Enderle Jun 17, 2019 11:14 AM PT

I attended Cisco Live last week, and one of the things that impressed me was how many amazing things the company has been doing that have nothing to do with products, services or revenue. Most companies have a philanthropic budget and donate, but they don't really seem to care if the money makes a difference. For most, philanthropy is more about uplifting their image than making a difference. [More...]

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