Mitel’s Chapter 11: Another One Bites the Dust?

Another Telecoms Giant Stumbles

Another week, another big-name telecoms vendor filing for bankruptcy. This time, it’s Mitel, reportedly preparing to file for Chapter 11 as it drowns in debt and plummeting loan values. Their $235 million loan? Trading for a fraction of a cent on the dollar. Ouch.

What Does Chapter 11 Mean for Mitel?

But let’s be clear—this isn’t a “lights out” moment. Chapter 11 means restructuring, not liquidation. Mitel will keep the lights on while it figures out how to clean up its financial mess. Sound familiar? It should. Avaya did it (twice). ConvergeOne did it. The UC space is littered with companies taking on too much debt, making the wrong acquisitions, and then scrambling to hit reset.

What Does This Mean for Mitel Customers?

So, what does this mean for customers still relying on Mitel? Uncertainty, for starters. A bankruptcy filing isn’t exactly a confidence booster when you’re looking for a stable communications provider. Will their service remain reliable? Will they continue to invest in their platform? Will their support teams still be around in a year? These are the real questions businesses should be asking.

The Bigger Picture: A Shifting Telecoms Market

Meanwhile, there’s a bigger lesson here: the telecoms market is shifting fast. Old-school vendors weighed down by legacy infrastructure and debt are struggling, while modern VoIP solutions offer cost-effective, flexible alternatives—without the baggage.

Why Viendo is Different

At Viendo, we’re different. We’re debt-free, owner-led, and run by people who actually understand the industry. We don’t have investors dictating our every move—we make decisions based on reality, not just spreadsheets and EBITDA. That means we focus on what really matters: delivering reliable, cost-effective, and future-proof communications solutions for our customers.

Time to Re-Evaluate Your Options

If your business is still tied to Mitel, now is the time to explore your options. VoIP solutions are more affordable than you think, and switching could save you a serious headache down the road.

Book a free consultation with us to find out what your options are: Book a meeting or call us on 0330 107 5654.