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    Data meets speed: Cisco powers McLaren’s championship bid

    By Nikita JiangNovember 26, 2024No Comments2 Mins Read
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    • Cisco enhances McLaren F1 Team’s performance with advanced networking and data analytics
    • The partnership showcases tech’s role in sports, including eSports and virtual fan experiences

    What happened

    The Formula 1 (F1) annual Grand Prix took place in Austin, Texas on November 24. In the race, McLaren F1 team finished 4th and 5th in Austin. Cisco’s technology supported McLaren’s success this season.

    Although Cisco partners with many alliances and teams, its partnership with McLaren is the most comprehensive. McLaren uses Cisco’s network, security technologies, Webex, and the recently acquired Splunk observability platform. McLaren started working with Splunk around five years ago. In 2019, the team met with Splunk, where software engineers led analysis of suspension data.

    McLaren chose Splunk because it handles low-latency, high-volume data. This collaboration uses Cisco’s network, security tools, and Splunk’s platform to optimize McLaren’s operations. A key highlight is using Splunk to analyze low-latency, high-volume suspension data, improving performance in both racing and esports.

    Also read: Finance platform Airwallex transforms team McLaren’s supply chain payments
    Also read: Cisco’s strong AI focus boosts revenue forecast

    What it’s important

    Cisco’s partnership with McLaren demonstrates how advanced technology is revolutionizing sports. The integration of Splunk’s data analytics and Webex communication tools offers a blueprint for leveraging technology in high-stakes environments like Formula 1. This trend extends beyond large corporations. For instance, smaller racing teams, such as Formula E startups, often adopt cost-effective data tools like Dash Race Analytics to improve performance without exceeding tight budgets. Similarly, esports teams have integrated low-cost AI solutions like Scribe to analyze player performance, mirroring McLaren’s dual use of technology in physical and virtual spaces.

    The impact of these partnerships is far-reaching. They show how technology can transcend traditional applications, creating opportunities for businesses, sports teams, and even individual athletes to excel through innovation. However, reliance on tech also raises concerns about competitive parity, as resource-limited teams may struggle to match giants like McLaren. Balancing innovation with accessibility will shape the future of tech in sports.

    Cisco Dash Race Analytics McLaren F1 team Scribe Splunk The Formula 1 Webex
    Nikita Jiang

    Nikita Jiang is a dedicated journalist at Blue Tech Wave specializing in culture and technology. She holds a Bachelor's degree from King's College London and a Master's from the University of Manchester. Connect with her at n.jiang@btw.media.

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