The R&A and Cisco Announce Multi-Year Network Infrastructure Partnership

The R&A and Cisco have announced a multi-year partnership making Cisco the Official Network Supplier of The R&A and its Championships. Cisco will deploy AI-ready secure network architecture at The Open and the AIG Women's Open, as well as at The R&A's new global headquarters in St Andrews, Scotland, opening later this year.

At The 154th Open (July 12-19, Royal Birkdale), nearly 1,000 Cisco Wireless access points will be deployed across the course, including Wi-Fi 7 access points in the media centre and other high-priority areas. The network will support routing, switching, wireless, and network security across the Championship.

The R&A's new St Andrews headquarters will deploy Cisco Wireless Wi-Fi 7 access points, Cisco C9350 Series Smart Switches built on Cisco Silicon One, Cisco Firewalls, Cisco cloud-managed smart cameras, and Cisco Collaboration Devices.

Cisco's expertise and world-leading technology will help strengthen the foundations that underpin our Championships and organisation. From supporting the critical technology operations at The Open and the AIG Women's Open to enhancing connectivity for fans, broadcasters, players and media, this partnership will help us deliver world-class experiences while ensuring that they remain secure, resilient and future-ready, says Neil Armit, Chief Commercial Officer, The R&A. As we prepare to open our new global headquarters in St Andrews later this year, Cisco will also play an important role in creating a modern, connected workplace for our staff and stakeholders. Together, we are investing in the infrastructure and innovation that will support our long-term purpose to open golf to the world.

As AI transforms every industry, sports organisations need the right technology foundation to harness its full potential. Together with The R&A, Cisco is proud to help create a more connected, secure and intelligent future for golf - one that respects the traditions of the game and embraces what's next, says Gordon Thomson, President, Cisco EMEA.

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