Chintan Patel

Chief Technology Officer
Cisco UK & Ireland

As Chief Technology Officer for Cisco in the UK & Ireland, Chintan oversees technology engagement and partnerships with clients, industry, government and academia to help accelerate the adoption of digital technology.

With over 22 years of global experience in the industry, he leads a diverse community of engineers, architects and technical leaders across multiple functions in Cybersecurity, Cloud, IT Infrastructure, Hybrid Work and Emerging Technologies.

He mentors those early in their careers and continues to champion the need for broader digital skills in society through STEM subjects.

As a frequent industry speaker, he is quoted in the press and media with the likes of Sky News, the BBC and CNBC, he has appeared on platforms such as TEDx and SXSW, and authored multiple papers and blogs covering many technology topics and future technology trends.

He is a member of the UK Government's Digital Skills Council and an Entrepreneur in Residence at Brunel University. He has been recognised three times as one of the top Asian Pioneers in UK Tech by Diversity UK.

Follow @chintancsco for latest views and perspectives, or find Chintan on our global Cisco Blogs site.

Articles

Security
How AI is tipping the scales in favour of the defenders

2 min read
Chintan Patel - May 16, 2024 - 1 Comment

Rapid developments in AI are transforming businesses of every size and sector, and reduced barriers to adoption have resulted in unprecedented efficiency gains. While it’s necessary to upscale data centres…
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Cisco UKI
Achieving Distance Zero – a new frontier in hybrid working

2 min read
Chintan Patel - April 9, 2024 - 0 Comments

98% of meetings today include at least one remote participant. Although the concept of the workplace has evolved significantly, remote workers still don’t always feel included in discussions on the
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Cisco UKI
Unleashing GenAI’s transformative potential

2 min read
Chintan Patel - March 20, 2024 - 0 Comments

With the potential to add $4.4 trillion to annual global GDP, the race to harness the power of GenAI is well and truly on.
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Security
Putting secure AI firmly on the agenda

7 min read
Chintan Patel - March 4, 2024 - 0 Comments

Over the past month, I’ve had the chance to speak to organisations both public and private who consistently raise the challenge they are facing with the rise in AI usage…
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Cisco UKI
Bringing post-quantum cryptography to communications networks

4 min read
Chintan Patel - November 10, 2023 - 1 Comment

The step change in computing power that quantum computing promises to deliver has immense potential for innovation. Yet with all progress in technology, there is space for disruption that…
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Cisco UKI
Bringing healthcare connection to the most remote communities

5 min read
Chintan Patel - September 5, 2023 - 1 Comment

A pilot of telemedicine innovation off the west coast of Ireland works to improve access to quality care, reduce healthcare costs, and enhance patient outcomes.
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Innovation
The Internet Turns 40: What Lies Ahead?

4 min read
Chintan Patel - January 1, 2023 - 0 Comments

January 1st 2023 will mark 40 years of the Internet. But what exactly is the ‘Internet’ and what does it mean to us?
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Digital Transformation
Five Reasons Why You Should Come to Cisco Live EMEA in Amsterdam

2 min read
Chintan Patel - November 23, 2022 - 0 Comments

Amsterdam is calling! Here are five reasons why Cisco Live EMEA in Amsterdam is an event you should not miss.
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Digital Transformation
Reimagining our urban spaces at Canary Wharf

3 min read
Chintan Patel - November 2, 2022 - 1 Comment

Canary Wharf Group believe that technology can revolutionise the way we work and live, enabling communities to thrive in a safer, healthier and more welcoming environment, where smart buildings and
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Innovation
The Scarf That Binds Us

2 min read
Chintan Patel - July 27, 2022 - 0 Comments

Welcome to the ‘Connected Scarf:’ a first-of-its-kind project in partnership with Man City Football Club, in which sensors embedded in an iconic football scarf track and measure physiological data from
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