The extension of I3A's PTP standard by CIPA is an excellent illustration of the value of cooperation between organizations, and across national boundaries. Such synergy benefits our industry as well as our customers.

Despite the lower value ratings Cisco received in our survey this year, the truth is that organizations are reluctant to change vendors, and if they do, there has to be a very compelling case for doing so. Unlike in the router market, there doesn't appear to be a shake-up going on in the switch market. Vendors that make an organization's short list are likely already installed in that network.

Despite the lower value ratings Cisco received in our survey this year, the truth is that organizations are reluctant to change vendors, and if they do, there has to be a very compelling case for doing so, ... Unlike in the router market, there doesn't appear to be a shake-up going on in the switch market. Vendors that make an organization's short list are likely already installed in that network.

Like the Security Council, I take at face value their promise to offer full cooperation.

We're from all different organizations and it's important for us to show the community that we're united. That's why we do the unity step.

Deborah brings extraordinary experience to this position. Her expertise and strong track record of implementing best practices among organizations will be tremendous assets to the company.