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Cisco AI at the Edge
The new age of edge starts here
Power AI initiatives with a full-stack platform that puts data center compute and networking infrastructure where it’s needed most—at the edge.
The edge is the front line, not the fringe.
The future isn’t just in the cloud—it’s at the edge, happening now across dozens of industries. Cisco delivers a unified edge platform with AI-ready compute, zero-touch operations, and multi-layered security so you can run AI workloads wherever your business demands.
A full-stack edge platform, purpose-built for AI
Cisco’s unified edge combines converged compute, intelligent networking, and embedded security into a single platform designed for the demands of real-time AI workloads at every edge location.
AI-ready edge
Full-stack converged compute architecture with modular design and high-performance networks. Run AI inference, analytics, and automation workloads directly at the edge without round-tripping to the cloud.
Unified operations
Zero-touch deployment, pre-validated blueprints, and centralized management. Scale to thousands of edge sites with consistent configurations and automated lifecycle management from a single pane of glass.
Security at every layer
Multi-layered zero-trust security with tamper-proof hardware and deep telemetry. Protect data, devices, and AI models at the edge with built-in threat detection and policy enforcement.
Built for every edge environment
From factory floors and hospital wings to retail stores and remote sites, Cisco edge infrastructure is ruggedized, compact, and ready for the harshest conditions. Purpose-built hardware meets the unique demands of edge AI workloads.
Edge Compute
High-performance converged compute nodes with GPU acceleration for AI inference, machine learning, and real-time analytics at the edge.
Edge Networking
Industrial-grade switches and routers with deterministic low-latency connectivity for time-sensitive edge applications.
Edge Security
Embedded zero-trust security with encrypted communications, secure boot, and real-time threat detection at every edge node.
Edge Management
Centralized orchestration with Cisco Intersight for unified lifecycle management across thousands of distributed edge sites.
Real-world impact across industries
Organizations are deploying AI at the edge to transform operations, improve outcomes, and unlock new revenue streams. See how edge AI is driving measurable business results.
Healthcare
Diagnose patients immediately at the point of care. Edge AI enables real-time imaging analysis, predictive patient monitoring, and faster clinical decision-making without relying on cloud connectivity.
Retail
Personalize shopping with real-time customer analytics. Deploy computer vision, smart inventory management, and dynamic pricing models that respond instantly to in-store conditions.
Manufacturing
Self-optimizing production lines with real-time analytics. Run predictive maintenance, quality inspection, and process optimization models directly on the factory floor for immediate action.
Your Edge Journey
Start where you are. Scale where you need to be.
Whether you’re modernizing a single factory or deploying AI across thousands of distributed sites, Cisco’s modular edge platform grows with you. Pre-validated blueprints and zero-touch provisioning mean you can go from pilot to production in weeks, not months.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is AI at the edge?
AI at the edge refers to running artificial intelligence and machine learning workloads on infrastructure deployed at or near the point of data creation—such as factory floors, hospitals, retail stores, and remote sites—rather than sending all data back to a centralized cloud or data center for processing.
Why does edge AI need specialized infrastructure?
Edge environments face unique constraints including limited space, harsh conditions, intermittent connectivity, and strict latency requirements. Cisco’s converged edge platform is purpose-built with ruggedized hardware, modular compute, and integrated networking to handle AI workloads reliably in these challenging environments.
How does Cisco secure AI workloads at the edge?
Cisco provides multi-layered zero-trust security at the edge, including tamper-proof hardware with secure boot, encrypted data in transit and at rest, deep telemetry for real-time threat detection, and policy-based access controls that protect AI models, data, and devices from the hardware layer up.
How do I get started with edge AI?
Cisco offers pre-validated blueprints and zero-touch deployment so you can start with a single edge site and scale to thousands. Contact our team for a consultation to assess your current infrastructure and map out an edge AI deployment plan tailored to your industry and use cases.
Bring AI to the edge of your business
The edge is where your data lives, your customers interact, and your operations run. Our team can help you deploy a secure, AI-ready edge platform that delivers real-time results.
- Full-stack converged compute, networking, and security
- Zero-touch deployment with pre-validated blueprints
- Centralized management with Cisco Intersight
- Response from a certified Cisco specialist within one business day
