Cisco combines SMB engineering teams
Cisco Systems has combined the engineering teams for all its small and medium-sized business (SMB) products, forming a single group to develop products for the Cisco and Linksys brands.
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I think this will end up
I think this will end up being a good move both for Cisco and its smaller Linksys-focused partners. It's TOUGH trying to run a successful channel program for very small technology providers.However if you're trying to reach non-technical small business owners without in-house IT, engaging with smaller partners is usually the most cost-effective way to get there.