Jeetu Patel, executive vice president and chief product officer at Cisco, joins theCUBE at MWC25 Barcelona for an insightful discussion on platform thinking and technological synergy. The conversation, conducted by theCUBE analysts Dave Vellante and Bob Laliberte, delves into Patel's strategic objectives at Cisco, the transition to a single product organization, and the implications of integrating network and security systems. Patel emphasizes Cisco's dedication to enhancing customer value through tightly integrated yet loosely coupled systems, aiming to enable seamless technological ecosystems. Key takeaways from this interview include Cisco's application of platform thinking to reduce marginal costs, benefiting both the company and its customers, as explained by Patel. The discussion also highlights Cisco's growth in AI, infrastructure provisioning for AI, and the launch of AI Defense. The interview underscores the importance of open ecosystems, partnerships, and continuous innovation in providing cutting-edge solutions. Patel articulates Cisco’s focus on transforming into the world's largest startup, maintaining speed and scale in tandem, and integrating AI and customized infrastructure into their offerings. Find more SiliconANGLE news and analysis at Follow theCUBE's wall-to-wall event coverage at Learn about the latest theCUBE events here: #theCUBE #theCUBEresearch #MWC25 #Cisco #AI #PlatformThinking #Innovation 00:00 - Intro 00:07 - Embracing Change: Integrating Platforms and Fostering Collaboration 02:57 - Synergy in the Digital Realm: Open Platforms, Collaboration, and Innovation 05:49 - Shaping the Future: Jeetu Patel's Vision for Simplifying Infrastructure with Cisco's AI Strategy 07:52 - AI's Influence on Security and Networking: Defense and Data Traffic Dynamics 10:36 - Innovative Growth and Product-Centric Culture at Cisco 13:12 - Service Providers and Agile Services Networking 17:03 - New Monetization Opportunities for Service Providers 19:45 - Cisco's Evolution: A Journey Forward