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Cisco Support Services

What is Cisco Support Services?

Cisco Support Services is a reactive support offering for Cisco hardware and software that resolves faults against agreed SLAs. Options range from hardware-only to engineer-assisted, delivered direct with Cisco or via boxxe, with third‑party maintenance available for EOL assets.

It includes access to Cisco software downloads and, depending on the service procured, Cisco TAC. Many packages also include Network Intelligence for deeper visibility.

Why choose our solution?

When uptime matters, you need more than a standard support line. We combine Smart Bonding, Network Intelligence and a 24x7 UK NOC to speed resolution and surface insight.

Resolve faster

Resolve faster

Smart Bonding links our ITSM platform directly to Cisco for quicker handling, with most requests fixed by boxxe before TAC is needed.

Visibility that guides action

Network Intelligence provides vital health insights, helping teams understand issues and act decisively.

Cover every asset

Cover every asset

Choose direct Cisco support, PSS with boxxe 1st/2nd line, or third‑party maintenance for EOL—so your entire estate is protected on your terms.

Proven credentials

Proven credentials

Delivered by a UK NOC with vendor‑qualified engineers, approved parts and a vendor‑recognised support model, underpinned by a 4* SDI service desk.

The benefits of Cisco Support Services

Our service reduces downtime and accelerates fault resolution through integrated tooling and tight vendor alignment. It gives you access to software updates and Cisco TAC (where entitled), while our NOC provides round‑the‑clock UK coverage. You also gain estate‑wide insight through Network Intelligence for better decisions and long‑term value.

1

Resilience & uptime

Reduced downtime thanks to our method of service delivery and tailored SLAs that fit your environment.

2

Speed & efficiency

Faster resolution via Smart Bonding with UK‑based, Cisco‑qualified resources available 24x7, you can be assured of the efficient handling of your incident.

3

Visibility & insight

Network Intelligence delivers vital health insights so teams can prioritise, plan and justify actions with confidence.

4

Assurance & trust

Vendor‑recognised model, approved parts and vendor‑qualified engineers—plus a 4* SDI service desk to ensure quality.

5

Choice & flexibility

Delivery options ranging from direct Cisco support to EOL third‑party maintenance, with co-delivery a speciality, multi‑year discounts are available.

Why your organisation needs Cisco Support Services

Unplanned outages, ageing kit and limited internal bandwidth put service levels at risk. You need faster fixes, predictable costs and a model that covers every device—including EOL.

Minimise downtime

Integrated processes and Smart Bonding help resolve incidents quickly.

Control cost exposure

Control cost exposure

Fixed support costs over the contract term provide peace of mind.

Cover EOL and mixed estates

Cover EOL and mixed estates

Third‑party maintenance uplifts base support where needed.

Match SLAs to business impact

Match SLAs to business impact

Tailored response levels instead of “one‑size‑fits‑all”.

Cisco Support Services explained

Comprehensive, flexible and vendor‑recognised support for your Cisco estate

Cisco Support Services is a reactive service designed to resolve issues across Cisco hardware and software within agreed SLAs. It can be procured as hardware‑only or with engineer support, and delivered either direct with Cisco or via boxxe for a cost‑effective model. For end‑of‑support equipment, approved third‑party maintainers extend coverage so your whole estate is protected.

Service models

  • All in‑life equipment is “backed off” to Cisco, either directly to SLA or via an approved third‑party top‑up. This preserves entitlements to software updates and access to Cisco TAC where required.

  • boxxe PSS – With PSS, boxxe provides 1st and 2nd line support before escalation to Cisco TAC, combining speed with vendor alignment, all underpinned with access to our Network Intelligence platform.

  • EOL coverage – Third‑party maintenance provides an effective option for end‑of‑support hardware.

Entitlements, tooling & insight

  • Software downloads – Access downloads from cisco.com as entitled by your contract (via your CCO ID).

  • Smart Bonding – Our ITSM platform integrates with Cisco to speed incident handling and resolution.

  • Network Intelligence – Gain vital insight into network health; included with PSS as standard.

Quality & coverage

Support is delivered by a UK‑based NOC that operates 24x7, with vendor‑qualified engineers and approved parts under a vendor‑recognised model. Services are delivered via the UK and available globally, subject to Cisco’s availability matrix, all underpinned by a 4* SDI rating.

Credentials

boxxe is a Cisco Gold Provider and Meraki Technology Partner with masters‑level accreditations in Enterprise Networking and Security. We own outcomes end‑to‑end—from incident triage to vendor escalation and hardware RMA—building trusted, long‑term partnerships.

Development process phases

  1. Setup & coverage – Confirm assets and align SLAs; ensure all in‑life kit is backed off to Cisco or topped up via approved third parties.

  2. Tooling & entitlement – Enable Smart Bonding and confirm software download/TAC entitlements.

  3. Operate & resolve – boxxe provides 1st/2nd line support and escalates to Cisco TAC when required.

  4. Insight & improve – Use Network Intelligence to understand health and prioritise remediation.

  5. Renew & optimise – Flex delivery options (including multi‑year discounts) to match budgets and risk.

Summary

  • Resolve faster: Smart Bonding and a 24x7 UK NOC accelerate fixes.

  • Cover more: Choose direct Cisco, PSS or third‑party EOL support to protect every asset.

  • See clearly: Network Intelligence surfaces vital health insights.

  • Trust the experts: Vendor‑recognised model, qualified engineers and proven credentials.

Contents

What you get

You receive a Cisco‑aligned support service that keeps your network running and your teams informed.

  • Fault resolution within agreed timeframes.

  • Access to Cisco software downloads and TAC (as entitled).

  • 24x7 UK‑based NOC with vendor‑qualified engineers.

  • Network Intelligence insights.

  • Tailored SLAs and delivery options, including EOL coverage.

  • Multi‑year options and discounts.

  • Single point of contact under a vendor‑recognised model.

What our customers say

A quick note of thanks regarding the promptness of sorting out the Cisco Duo installation for us. Mark was a pleasure to work with (at distance) last week – he is highly knowledgeable, and his approach was very professional, giving us a high degree of confidence that the solution was being set up in the most appropriate way for us here at BCUHB.

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

We know boxxe Group will always deliver. As a hospital, we're dynamic and sometimes need to act quickly to support transformation. Often time is of the essence. With boxxe Group, we can pick up the phone and they will help... boxxe Group employees are technically sound; they follow best practice and instil confidence. They have good account management and excellent ties with Cisco.

Matthew Poxon
Head of Networks
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

“The education sector is under more pressure than ever before to become more sustainable, evidence sustainability outcomes, and cut costs.

Our trailblazing collaboration with Cisco and boxxe will make a radical difference to schools and academies across Cambridgeshire, setting the pace for educational institutions across the country.”

Barry Cauldwell
Head of Technical Operations
The ICT Service

Key strategic partnership

Cisco Support Services

Our strong partnership with Cisco underpins service quality and entitlement.

boxxe is a Cisco Meraki Technology Partner

FAQs

Get quick, practical answers to help you decide with confidence.

Yes. Our NOC operates 24x7 in the UK, led by vendor‑qualified engineers and approved parts under a vendor‑recognised model.

Yes—access to TAC and downloads is provided where entitled by your chosen service package and contract for all in-life equipment.

Incidents are prioritised based on severity, and with Smart Bonding with our ITSM platform, integrates directly with Cisco for faster handling, and whist Cisco is always available, the vast majority or requests are fixed by boxxe without TAC engagement.

Yes. We can support EOL hardware using approved third-party maintainers.

Absolutely. Response SLAs are tailored to your needs rather than one‑size‑fits‑all.

Delivered via the UK and available globally, subject to Cisco’s availability matrix.

Get Cisco Support Services — resolve faster, more clearly

Keep your Cisco estate resilient with 24x7 UK support, Smart Bonding and Network Intelligence insight.

  • Tailored SLAs and delivery options, including EOL coverage.

  • Vendor‑recognised model with approved parts and qualified engineers.

  • Access to Cisco downloads and TAC (as entitled).

  • Single point of contact; faster fixes via Smart Bonding.

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