Reimagining Collaboration

At WebexOne, the future of intelligent collaboration took center stage as Kenneth Pan, CVP at Microsoft, joined Snorre Kjesbu, SVP & GM from Cisco to announce a major step forward in redefining the hybrid work experience. This collaboration is about more than technology — it’s about creating secure, intelligent, and effortless experiences that empower people and organizations everywhere.

Hybrid work is here to stay, and organizations need solutions that are adaptable, secure, and designed for people. By bringing the Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform (MDEP) to Cisco’s RoomOS devices, we’re delivering a unified foundation that simplifies IT management, accelerates innovation, and ensures consistent, high-quality experiences across the workplace.

This partnership reflects a shared vision: enabling businesses to thrive in a world where flexibility and intelligence are essential. Together, we’re building an ecosystem that helps IT teams stay in control while giving employees the tools they need to connect, create, and succeed - wherever they work.

Voices from the Leaders

Juha Kuosmanen, Head of MDEP at Microsoft:
“This collaboration is about shaping the future of work. By combining Cisco’s innovation with Microsoft’s secure platform, we’re creating an open, intelligent ecosystem that empowers IT teams and delivers seamless, human-centered experiences for employees.”

Rich Bayes, Sr Director, Product Management, Cisco Collaboration Devices:
“Partnering with Microsoft allows us to give customers choice, flexibility, and performance. Together, we’re delivering solutions that are powerful yet simple to manage, helping organizations future-proof workplaces.”

What’s Next

The first wave of Cisco devices running MDEP will begin rolling out in 2026, with more details to follow.
Stay tuned for updates as we continue to innovate together!

Read more in the Cisco Press Release: Cisco.com