Corporate Program
Cisco Systems
Program overview
How Cisco Systems's supplier diversity program works.
Cisco is committed to building a diverse and inclusive supply chain that drives innovation.
Accepted certifications
Which certifications Cisco Systems recognizes.
To register on Cisco Systems's supplier portal as a diverse supplier, you need to hold at least one of the certifications below. Each link goes to the full guide for that certification: eligibility rules, application steps, and the issuing body.
Categories of spend
What Cisco Systems sources from diverse suppliers.
Registration process
How to register as a Cisco Systems supplier.
Apply through Cisco Supplier portal. Networking and IT experience valued.
Go deeper
The complete guide to becoming a Cisco Systems supplier.
A founder's guide to becoming a Cisco supplier: how onboarding really works (Smart Buy on Ariba, D&B), which diversity certifications Cisco recognizes, and a realistic on-ramp.
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Before you apply
Confirm certification before registering with Cisco Systems.
Cisco Systems's supplier portal requires a current diverse-business certification at registration. The quiz cross-checks which certifications Cisco Systems accepts against the ones your business qualifies for, so you don't waste time pursuing a certification this buyer won't recognize.