Cisco Systems reported strong third quarter 2016 results with revenues of $12 billion, a 3% increase from the previous year, and net income of $2.3 billion. CEO Chuck Robbins stated that Cisco executed well despite challenges and is transitioning its business towards more software and subscription offerings. Cisco provided an outlook for the fourth quarter of 2016 with revenue growth expected between 0-3% and non-GAAP earnings per share forecast between $0.59-0.61.