Cisco and MGM Resorts International signed a Whole Portfolio Agreement (WPA), empowering MGM Resorts with the majority of Cisco’s software portfolio, the companies announced Monday.
WPA between Cisco and MGM Resorts International includes cybersecurity, software defined networking, and other services
The WPA includes cybersecurity, software defined networking, software defined-WAN, digital experience assurance, full-stack observability, data center, and services.
This agreement also spans 5.5 years, benefiting guests and employees across all of MGM Resorts’ properties. Of course, the deal will enable the automation of MGM Resort’s network as well.
Additionally, the WPA will facilitate future location services and next-generation machine learning applications in the gaming and hospitality industry. Cisco technology is expected to deliver uptime and security for guest experiences.
“Guests expect world-class hospitality from MGM Resorts. … Technology helps us deliver,” said Branden Newman, Chief Technology Officer, MGM Resorts International.
“The new agreement with Cisco will give our employees the technology, speed, and agility they need as we continue to deliver amazing guest experiences at all MGM Resorts’ destinations.”
Cisco’s portfolio can be utilized to reduce emissions, improve resource efficiency, and enable more circular business models
Furthermore, both companies will ensure MGM Resorts’ employees have secure access to all applications. In accordance with MGM Resorts’ sustainability philosophy, Cisco’s portfolio can be used to reduce emissions, improve resource efficiency, and enable more circular business models.
“At Cisco, we securely connect everything to make anything possible,” said Scott Herren, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Cisco.
“We are excited to continue our partnership with MGM Resorts in this next phase of their digital transformation. … Cisco aims to help MGM Resorts navigate into the future and simplify processes to drive innovation at scale.”
In addition to Cisco being the worldwide technology leader, the company securely connects everything to make anything possible. As a matter of fact, the company’s purpose is to power an inclusive future for all customers.
This includes reimagining their applications, powering hybrid work, securing their enterprise, transforming their infrastructure, and meeting their sustainability goals.
