Reflecting on Cisco Live 2025: Insights from MLR’s Technical Director
Attending Cisco Live for the eighth consecutive year highlights MLR’s commitment to staying at the forefront of networking technology. For our technical team, it’s more than just an event—it’s an opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of new product innovations, refine troubleshooting skills, and connect with a global community of experts. Bringing this expertise back to our customers ensures we continue to provide cutting-edge solutions and first-class support.
A Diverse Range of Workshops and Learning Opportunities
This year, our team had the opportunity to attend a wide variety of workshops and technical sessions, covering everything from fundamental networking concepts to advanced topics in AI-driven automation, security, and infrastructure design. The event caters to all levels of expertise, allowing our engineers to deep dive into specific areas of interest, participate in hands-on labs, and engage directly with Cisco’s technical specialists. The DevNet Zone proved to be particularly valuable, offering insights into automation and integration—key areas that will shape the future of network management.
Exploring the Role of AI in Networking
A major theme this year has been the transformative impact of AI on networking. By attending dedicated sessions and exploring the AI Hub in the World of Solutions, we have gained a deeper understanding of how AI is set to revolutionise the way networks are managed, secured, and optimised.
Enhancing Troubleshooting Skills in Key Technologies
Another important focus for our team has been enhancing troubleshooting capabilities, particularly in Cisco SD-WAN. With several engineers attending hands-on sessions covering campus network design, VXLAN/EVPN fabric setup, and secure access APIs, we have gained deeper technical insights that will help us continue delivering the highest level of support to our customers.
Networking, Reflection, and the Social Aspect
Beyond the technical aspects, the social and networking opportunities at Cisco Live are just as valuable. Having time to reflect on the day’s workshops, share insights, and discuss real-world applications with peers in a more informal setting is an essential part of the experience. Whether through evening events, casual meet-ups, or impromptu discussions with fellow professionals, these moments help cement new ideas and strengthen our industry connections.
Looking Ahead
As always, Cisco Live has been an invaluable experience, providing our team with fresh insights, new skills, and a renewed enthusiasm for the ever-evolving world of networking. We look forward to applying everything we’ve learned and continuing to support our customers with the latest advancements in Cisco technology.
