How Cisco is bridging the global 'digital divide' to connect the world

How Cisco is bridging the global 'digital divide' to connect the world Klawe Rzeczy Francine Katsoudas, EVP and chief people, policy and purpose officer at Cisco, talks to the BBC about digital inclusion Francine Katsoudas, EVP and chief people, policy and purpose officer at Cisco, enters the BBC's Executive Lounge to talk about how technology can foster equality, safety and innovation. She's leading Cisco's Country Digital Acceleration programme, which partners with business and government leaders to steer national digital agendas as well as support local communities through tailored ethical, innovative technology solutions. Courtesy of Cisco Part of bridging the digital divide is ensuring everyone has access to equal and innovative solutions in fields such as healthcare What has been your biggest win in digital inclusion? Cisco by the numbers 25% : Percentage of countries worldwide participating in Cisco's CDA programme 1,300+ : Completed or active digital inclusion projects launched in participating countries to narrow the digital divide across industries, citizens and residents 86% : Reduction in the timeframe from cancer diagnosis to treatment due to the adoption of Cisco's digital inclusion practices in Norwegian healthcare, one of Cisco's marquee initiatives In terms of your specialty ­– people, policy and purpose – what opportunities and challenges do you see on the horizon in 2024?