Mitel Successfully Completes Acquisition of Unify in Transaction with Atos
Mitel Finalizes Acquisition of Unify, Elevating Combined Company to #2 Globally in Enterprise UC and Setting the Stage for Continued Expansion
The recently completed transaction with Atos has propelled the unified Mitel and Unify entity to the second position worldwide in enterprise Unified Communications (UC). This strategic move reinforces regional dominance, securing the top position in EMEA for both enterprise UC and DECT, while also claiming leadership in UC, DECT, or a combination thereof in over 20 countries. Boasting a collective customer base exceeding 75 million users across 100 countries, the newly formed company establishes an extensive go-to-market presence with over 5,500 resellers, service providers, technology partners, and strategic alliances.
Mitel’s and Unify’s combined communications and collaboration portfolio is now poised to offer enhanced choice and flexibility to a broader clientele spanning diverse regions, verticals, and size segments. The completion of this acquisition aligns with Mitel’s commitment to advancing global business communications and solidifies its position as a leading force in the industry.
Sunnyvale, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Mitel, a global leader in business communications, proudly announces the successful conclusion of its acquisition plans to integrate Unify, the Unified Communications and Collaboration (UCC), and Communication and Collaboration Services businesses (CCS) of the Atos group. The terms of the transaction remain undisclosed.
The transaction solidifies the combined company as a global force in the unified communications (UC) sector, securing the second position in global market share for enterprise UC. It enhances regional leadership with the number one spot in Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) and over 10 individual countries. Additionally, Mitel strengthens its global leadership in multi-cell Digital Enhanced Cordless Telecommunications (DECT) and secures the leading position for DECT in EMEA, Latin America, and 19 countries.
The Mitel and Unify merger results in a combined customer base exceeding 75 million users across 100 countries. The expanded community includes over 5,500 resellers, service providers, technology, and strategic alliance partners, poised to assist organizations in modernizing their communications capabilities to meet the evolving needs of the workplace.
Tarun Loomba, President and CEO of Mitel, assumes the role of President and CEO for the combined company. Marcus Hänsel, CEO of Unify, is appointed Chief Sales Officer, leading Mitel’s global sales and services functions. The executive teams of both companies collaborate, bringing expertise to various roles and strengthening the company’s workforce to over 5,000 employees worldwide.
The acquisition adds Unify’s voice platforms, collaboration, and contact center products to Mitel’s portfolio, broadening the company’s ability to offer choice and flexibility to customers. The combined entity aims to provide greater value in core verticals like healthcare, public sector, hospitality, and financial services through specialized solutions and integration capabilities.
Mitel and Unify customers can expect continuity in services, with the commitment to notifying them of any future plans, upgrade opportunities, and new capabilities. The integration process aims for a smooth transition for resellers and strategic technology partners, with a unified partner and alliance program on the horizon.
The company is actively working on integrating go-to-market processes, portfolio roadmaps, and organizational structures to create a world-class set of offerings and programs. Mitel plans to unveil its vision for integrated portfolio and partner programs in early 2024.
Source: MZA Ltd CY 2022 Analysis
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