Unify is the unified communications and collaboration (UCC) and communication and collaboration services businesses (CCS) of the Atos group. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Mitel said it now has a combined customer base of more than 75 million users in over 100 countries and an expanded community of more than 5,500 resellers, service providers, technology, and strategic alliance partners. The combined business also has 5,000 employees globally.
Tarun Loomba, president and chief executive officer of Mitel, will serve as president and chief executive officer of the combined company. Marcus Hänsel, chief executive officer of Unify, has been appointed chief sales officer and will lead on sales and services globally.
Mitel’s additional executive team members will continue in their respective roles with Unify executives from product, operations, marketing, IT, finance and more bringing their expertise to Mitel’s senior leadership team.
Tarun Loomba, president and CEO, Mitel, said, “This is a transformative milestone for the Mitel and Unify teams and for the broader communication and collaboration industry. Unify brings a strong geographic footprint, rich portfolio, deep enterprise expertise, and talented team that perfectly complement Mitel’s strengths.
“I am truly excited about the future we will build together and the critical communications innovation we will deliver for our customers, partners, and employees.”
Mitel will add Unify’s voice platforms, collaboration and contact center products, devices and endpoints, and associated intellectual property to its portfolio. The company said this will extend its ability to deliver choice and flexibility for customers.
The combined company will also be able to deliver greater value for customers in core verticals such as healthcare, public sector, hospitality, and financial services through a depth and breadth of specialised vertical solutions and integration capabilities.
Marcus Hänsel, chief sales officer, Mitel, added, “I am very optimistic about the potential that lies ahead for customers, partners, and employees.
“It has been a privilege to lead Unify to this pivotal moment as a resilient, profitable and growing business, and I am confident that the union of our two organisations will not only strengthen our market position but also drive innovation, growth, and lasting success.”