CISCO SYSTEMS, INC.

The Board recognizes that a robust and constructive performance evaluation process is an essential component of Board effectiveness. As such, the Board conducts an annual performance evaluation that is intended to determine whether the Board, each of its committees, and individual Board members are functioning effectively, and to provide them with an opportunity to reflect upon and improve processes and effectiveness. This annual performance evaluation is designed to identify any themes or issues that have emerged. The Nomination and Governance Committee oversees this process, which is led by the Lead Independent Director. As part of this process, the Lead Independent Director conducts discussions with Board members to obtain their assessment of the effectiveness and performance of the Board and Board members. The Board considers the results and ways in which its processes and effectiveness may be enhanced.