KPMG India, a prominent professional services firm in the country, has joined forces with Cisco, a global leader in enterprise networking and security, to establish a strategic partnership. This collaboration aims to offer Indian organizations a comprehensive array of services tailored to address intricate business obstacles and expedite their journey toward digital transformation.

Through the integration of KPMG India's business acumen with Cisco's technological proficiency, the strategic partnership aims to pinpoint optimal blends of products and services that seamlessly integrate into clients' IT frameworks. This collaboration will foster pertinent and efficient solutions in cybersecurity, 5G, network and cloud transformation, contact center operations, digital experience monitoring, and comprehensive observability across stacks. These efforts are geared towards empowering customers to elevate their digital adaptability and competitive edge.

“Together with Cisco, we aim to help our clients accelerate digital transformation in areas of 5G and cybersecurity and other allied areas. This alliance will give both firms access to complementary skillsets and an expanded market opportunity.  As we look to help customers identify, understand, address, and overcome the complex business challenges that arise when embracing new technology, our alliance will act as a beacon of trust complemented with trustworthy technology”, said Yezdi Nagporewalla, Chief Executive Officer, KPMG in India

Akhilesh Tuteja, Partner and Head, Clients and Markets, KPMG in India said, “Today businesses are looking for solutions that are simple, easy to deploy, agile and future ready. Not just that, they need to leap-frog from their current legacy business to new models enabled by the cloud and powered by disruptive technologies. For the same they would need access to a diverse set of external skills and expertise from across the vendor ecosystem. The alliance between KPMG in India and Cisco will aim to help businesses understand the impact of digital on their strategy, products, services, customers, and employees, and assist to unlock maximum value to gain competitive advantage”.

Daisy Chittilapilly, President, Cisco India & SAARC said, “As a digital-first India takes shape, the promise of technology has never been so clear. As new use cases continue to emerge, customers today are asking for solutions that are not only digital; they must also be secure, intelligent, and sustainable. To foster customer success and unlock possibilities in the new world, we are delighted to partner with KPMG in India. Together we will provide solutions with the simplicity, agility, and resiliency businesses require to power an inclusive and sustainable future for all’’.

Panish PK, Managing Director, Partner Business Group, Cisco India and SAARC said, “As technology fuels how we live, work, consume and connect, digital experiences have become a critical customer touchpoint. We are excited to partner with KPMG in India to provide solutions that not only navigate the complexities of today’s digital landscape but also pave the way for a resilient future. With a focus on emerging technologies such as 5G, network transformation, observability, and cybersecurity, we aim to empower our customers with the tools they need to unlock new opportunities in the digital-first world and enhance their competitiveness in the global market”.