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TDL Gentek and Mitel Announce Canadian Distribution Partnership
Trenton, Ontario | January 19, 2025 - TDL Gentek today announced a strategic distribution partnership with Mitel, a global provider of business communications solutions. Under the agreement, TDL Gentek will distribute Mitel’s unified communications and collaboration portfolio to partners across Canada. The partnership streamlines Mitel’s presence in Canada while providing service providers, MSPs, ITSPs, and system integrators with local access to Mitel solutions, supported by Canadian inventory, technical expertise, and enablement resources. “Mitel is a proven communications leader, and this partnership strengthens our unified communications portfolio with a solution our partners already trust,” said John Williams, Vice President, Sales at TDL Gentek. “Our role is to make Mitel solutions easy to deploy and support in Canada, with stocked inventory, local warehousing, and hands-on technical resources.” Focused Canadian Distribution As part of the agreement, TDL Gentek will serve as Mitel’s Canadian distribution partner, providing a Canada-based route to market for Mitel solutions. Partners will benefit from streamlined procurement, local technical enablement, and go-to-market support aligned to the needs of the Canadian channel. TDL Gentek will distribute Mitel hardware, software assurance, and subscription services. “We are very pleased to be working with TDL Gentek moving forward,” said Steve Loebrich, Head of Channel and Distribution Sales at Mitel. “Beyond the clear operational and market advantages this partnership delivers for our Canadian partners, we see a strong alignment in our cultures and a shared commitment to partner success. TDL Gentek brings an exceptional leadership team and a deep understanding of the Canadian market, and we look forward to working closely together to expand access to Mitel’s modern communication solutions. For our customers, this partnership ensures they have the secure, specialized tools needed to connect their workforce and customers in today’s ever-changing environments.” For Media Inquiries Tina Furlan | TDL Gentek | mediarelations@tdlgentek.com About TDL Gentek TDL Gentek is Canada’s premier distributor of connectivity and technology solutions. With more than 45 years of experience, TDL Gentek is a stocking distributor supplying broadband, unified communications, networking, security, and installation solutions to service providers and channel partners across Canada. About Mitel Mitel is a global leader in business communications, providing businesses with advanced communication, collaboration, and contact center solutions. With more than 70 million users across over 100 countries, Mitel empowers organizations to connect, communicate, and collaborate seamlessly, with the flexibility and choice they need to thrive, both now and for the future. Through proven experience and innovative solutions, Mitel delivers communications without compromise. For more information, go to www.mitel.com and follow us on LinkedIn.
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Get Summer-Ready with Omada & VIGI
Streamline your deployments. Maximize the season. Summer is the best time to get ahead with on-site work—and that means it’s also the perfect time to upgrade your customers’ networks and surveillance systems. Whether you’re working with schools, MDUs, retail, or hospitality clients, TP-Link’s Omada and VIGI lines are built for fast, clean installs that are easy to scale and even easier to manage. Why It Works for Installers With better weather and more site access, you’ve got a limited window to get ahead on key projects. Omada and VIGI are designed to help you move faster and deliver value that sticks—without constant callbacks. Omada: Unified Network Management in the Cloud Set up once. Manage from anywhere. Centralized cloud control with Omada SDN Zero-touch provisioning speeds up deployment Full product lineup: APs, switches, and gateways Ideal for multi-site projects and growing businesses VIGI: Surveillance That’s Built for Pros Smart. Compliant. Reliable. NDAA-compliant hardware Full-colour cameras with smart motion detection 4-8 channel PoE NVRs for quick, clean installs Compatible with a wide range of business environments Smart Combo for Summer Projects From school refreshes to hospitality upgrades, Omada + VIGI delivers a powerful, streamlined solution your clients can count on - and you can deploy with confidence.
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Navigating Tariffs: How a Truly Canadian Distributor Gives you the Competitive Edge
With tariffs in the spotlight again, Canadian businesses need a distribution partner that plans ahead—not one that reacts at the last minute. Whether tariffs get implemented or delayed, the best way to stay competitive is through smart sourcing strategies that minimize exposure, reduce costs, and keep inventory stable.
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Are You Making the Most of Your Value-Added Distributor Partnership?
Many VARs/MSPs never realize the full value of a hardware distributor. Unlike wholesalers or broad-line distribution, distributor programs foster partnerships that transcend the transaction of goods. These programs make the distributor a Value-Added Distributor (VAD). These programs provide resources and services that help partners deploy products as well. Yet many partners never engage in these programs, likely due to a lack of awareness. So here are a few distributor programs worth exploring within your partnerships.
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5 Compelling Reasons Why Canadian Businesses Should Choose a Canadian Distributor
Finding the right distribution partner is crucial for the success of any reseller, MSP business. While international distributors may seem like an attractive option, there are significant drawbacks that Canadian businesses should consider. In this blog post, we'll explore reasons why opting for a Canadian distributor is a smart choice.
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The Impact of DDoS Attacks on IP-Based Businesses
In the modern digital landscape, where businesses are heavily reliant on the internet to conduct operations, Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks have emerged as a potent threat that can cripple even the most robust online enterprises. DDoS attacks can have severe consequences for IP-based businesses, disrupting their services, damaging their reputation, and causing financial losses. In this article, we delve into the world of DDoS attacks and explore their profound impact on businesses operating in the IP-centric environment. Need DDoS Protection? Visit TDL Gentek to Speak with a Corero DDoS Specialist.
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Six Considerations for Your Next Tower Purchase
Tower climbers are the backbone of telecom operations, managing installations, operations, and maintenance of telecom systems at great heights. Their work is crucial for keeping networks running smoothly. This article highlights key considerations for selecting towers and staying competitive this tower season.
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TDL Gentek Signs on as CaaB Distributor, Expands IaaS Hosting Solutions Across Canada
CaaB, a leading provider of Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) cloud solutions, is thrilled to announce that TDL Gentek, a respected Canadian distribution leader, has partnered with CaaB to become its distributor in Canada. This strategic collaboration will allow TDL Gentek’s extensive network of resellers to offer CaaB’s fully white-labelled IaaS hosting platform, allowing partners to deliver private-branded cloud solutions with superior performance, flexibility, and affordability to their end customers.
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