Welcome to the latest edition of our monthly news recap.
Now, whether you're ready to switch your latte from pumpkin spice to gingerbread or not, the final quarter of 2025 has arrived. We know these last weeks of the year always seem to fly by. The good news is that we're here to make it quick and easy to catch up on everything Mitel so that you can save time for other items on your Q4 to-do list.
October brought us a flurry of news and events, including the conclusion of Mitel Next on the Road across the United States and our annual Innovation Day. We also announced significant news about the manufacturing of Mitel phones. Our CEO talked with No Jitter, and we continue to explore the impact of AI on business communications.
Ok, let’s get to the news!
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1. Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung: „Made in Germany“ statt „Made in China“**
Last month, Mitel announced its phones will now be made in Germany. The decision strengthens supply chain resilience, ensures faster delivery for European customers, and upholds the company’s world-class engineering standards. Publications including SupplyChain Digital and UC Today covered the news. While in Germany, this article from Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung examined how Mitel’s move aligns with current manufacturing trends and why advanced automation is a crucial part of the equation.
2. No Jitter: New Mitel CEO: It’s Time For Us to Listen and Engage
After just over a month on the job, Mitel’s new CEO, Mike Robinson, sat down with No Jitter’s Matt Vartabedian to discuss his early days in the role and the importance of listening to and engaging with customers, partners, and employees. He also explains how he sees Mitel’s position in the evolving UC marketplace, and where his loyalty lies when it comes to college basketball.
3. The AI Journal: AI and the Future of Business Communication
In this piece for The AI Journal, Mitel’s CTO, Luiz Domingos, shares his latest insights on how artificial intelligence is transforming business communication. He emphasizes both the opportunities and challenges of this shift, as well as its impact on the way organizations operate and connect.
4. UC Today: Hybrid UC: Mitel’s Strategy for Evolution, Not Revolution in the AI Era
This past month, Mitel’s Mark Duff joined UC Today’s Christopher Carey for a conversation on Mitel’s approach to unified communications (UC) and how it is centered on gradual evolution rather than disruptive changes. They also discuss how Mitel is integrating AI into its existing frameworks while ensuring a seamless user experience and continuity.
5. Solutions Review: Cybersecurity Awareness Month Quotes and Commentary from Industry Experts in 2025
October was significant for Mitel’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Bill Dunnion. Not only was it Cybersecurity Awareness Month, but he was also named a Top Global CISO by Cyber Defense Magazine for his work at Mitel and with the Canadian Cyber Forum. If you want to get a sense of Bill’s expertise, check out his contribution to this Solutions Review article, where he discusses emerging threats, especially those targeting critical infrastructure.
That’s all for this month! Don't forget to check the Mitel newsroom for the latest updates.
