Intel and Cisco Introduce Industry-First AI Edge System
Cisco Unified Edge combined with Intel Xeon 6 SoCs unveils a cutting-edge AI infrastructure designed to enhance performance and security. This solution minimizes network load by processing AI inferences directly at the data source.
The Rise of Edge Computing
Edge computing is rapidly emerging as a vital platform, especially with increasing demands for agentic and physical AI workloads. Enterprises across industries such as retail, manufacturing, and healthcare need flexible infrastructure that can scale and manage data near its origin.
Innovative Integrated Platform for AI Workloads
Intel and Cisco have collaborated to create a pioneering integrated platform tailored for distributed AI tasks. Leveraging Intel® Xeon® 6 system-on-chip (SoC), this system unites compute, networking, storage, and security closer to the edge, enabling real-time AI inferences and responsive workloads.
“A systems approach to AI infrastructure – one which integrates hardware, software and an open ecosystem – is essential to the future of compute, from the smallest edge device to the most complex data center,” said Sachin Katti, Chief Technology and AI Officer and General Manager of Intel’s Network and Edge Group.
“Together with Cisco, we’re redefining what’s possible: delivering a unified, secure, and scalable infrastructure that is purpose-built to handle the next decade of complex AI workloads generating real-time intelligence where it is needed most.”
Key Benefits of the Solution
- Enhanced AI performance and security at the edge
- Reduced network traffic through local, real-time inference
- Scalable infrastructure adaptable to multiple industries
- Integrated approach combining hardware, software, and ecosystem
Author's summary: Intel and Cisco's joint platform delivers a unique, scalable AI infrastructure that brings powerful, real-time edge computing capabilities closer to data sources across various industries.