Cisco's supplier requirements
Cisco has set clear supplier sustainability requirements designed to ensure every vendor supports responsible business practices. For suppliers, this means demonstrating credible progress on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors, from emissions tracking to ethical labor practices.
By aligning with these standards, suppliers strengthen their partnership with Cisco and stay ahead of global compliance expectations.
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About Cisco
Cisco is a multinational technology conglomerate known for its networking hardware, software, and telecommunications equipment.
Cisco's climate goals
Reach net-zero GHG emissions across its value chain.
Cisco's ESG reporting requirements
Cisco requires suppliers to commit to environmental stewardship, including reporting on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, water use, and waste management. Suppliers must set public GHG reduction targets, report annually to CDP, and work towards zero waste at manufacturing sites. High-water-use suppliers should develop a water stewardship plan. Cisco also mandates compliance with environmental laws, particularly for suppliers in mainland China, where pollution violations must be managed and reported. Suppliers are expected to publish sustainability reports using GRI standards, covering supply chain environmental data.
For Cisco’s full supplier expectations, view their Supplier Guide.
Common challenges for Cisco's suppliers
Many vendors struggle with:
How Greenplaces helps Cisco 's suppliers
Our tools support vendors through data collection and reporting, helping Cisco’s suppliers simplify climate disclosure compliance and respond confidently to procurement requests.
